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    The Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship – Seven Things You NEED to Know

    June 13, 2017 - By 

    The Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship is an amazing and entertaining cruise ship vessel. But there were a few NEED TO KNOW things I couldn’t fit into the first post about our experience cruising with Royal Caribbean earlier this year. It’s only fitting that the biggest cruise ship on the ocean (as of January 2017) The Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship demand a couple of posts. Most Asked Harmony of the Seas Questions Here are the answers to your most pressing questions about this cruise ship. Is it too big? Will I wait for everything? What kind of room is best…

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    Celebrate Father’s Day with Hallmark and a Giveaway

    June 12, 2017 - By 

    Celebrate Father’s Day with something a little different this year. This year, instead of a tie, give Dad something unique. That includes the card. Celebrate Father’s Day this year with Hallmark’s Virtual Reality collection of cards and one or more of their unique Father’s Day gifts. It’s a great way to make dad feel special and leave the ties at the door. Celebrate Father’s Day with Something Different Let’s start right at the beginning – the card. The girls and I try to find a different type of card every year for my husband. We usually go for a funny…

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    Father’s Day My Dad Printable for Preschoolers

    June 9, 2017 - By 

    A My Dad Printable is a great way for a child to make a simple craft for Dad this Father’s Day. In fact it is a pretty simple Father’s Day craft. It’s also a cute way for a younger child to practice printing and understanding a few things about Dads. My Dad. What does your Dad do? How old is he? What is his name? These are all good questions for preschoolers and even some toddlers, to be able to understand and answer. These questions help them build a cute craft while reinforcing their concept of identity and roles within…

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    Marvel Universe with DK Canada

    June 8, 2017 - By 

    Marvel universe. That’s where my daughter lives these days. She is obsessed with everything Marvel. She knows all the movies and all the characters. And as a matter of fact she’s lobbying HARD CORE to go to an upcoming comic con in our area, or one far away. She’s really in to it and I’m beginning to embrace that. After all, the Marvel universe is based on comic books, which means she’s excited to read! DK Canada has two books that will fuel her Marvel obsession for the summer. A Great Resource for the Marvel Universe Lover DK Canada is the…

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    Is Your RESP Protected by Deposit Insurance?

    June 8, 2017 - By 

    The cost of post-secondary education in Canada continues to climb. Chances are good you already know this. In fact, I know many of you have been saving or putting money away into a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for years. And, you are not alone. Many parents and grandparents are trying to save as much as they can in an RESP so that kids and grandkids can continue their education after high school without the burden of student loans. RESPs are a great savings tool. There are federal government grants that can help top up your funds and that can…

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    Staying at The Phoenix West II – Brett Robinson Vacation Rentals Alabama Gulf Shores

    June 7, 2017 - By 

    Brett Robinson Vacation Rentals are located all over the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area. Have you ever visited or stayed in the beautiful Gulf Shores Alabama area? If you have, then you are likely already familiar with Brett Robinson condos and beach houses. If you are searching locally, or on the Internet and find a Phoenix named or themed property that is a vacation rental condominium, hotel, or home then you’ve most likely landed on a Brett Robinson spot. Popular Gulf Shores Condos and Beach Houses Brett Robinson Vacation Rentals dominate the rental market in the Gulf Shores Orange…

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    active family travel - Travel

    Atlantis Resort, Bahamas – What to do on Your Bahamian Getaway

    June 6, 2017 - By 

    Atlantis Resort is one of the biggest and most well known resorts in the Bahamas, and it’s no wonder. With so much to see and do and an amazing location, Atlantis Resort will make you feel transported. When you arrive at Atlantis, you’re immediately swept away. Tropical beauty, the prospect of hours of fun, and the magic of Atlantis combine to make you feel like a kid again. But with all of that wondrous beauty and so many things to do, it can be a bit overwhelming. It’s almost an overload of choices for many newcomers to the resort. The…

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    Giveaways

    WIN BIG! $425 USD Summer Lovin’ Cash Giveaway #SummerLovinCash

    June 5, 2017 - By 

    The summer is one of the most expensive times of year for many parents. Don’t get me wrong, I love summer. It’s my favourite of all the seasons. But, by the time I pay my yearly taxes in the spring, and then fix whatever home related repairs are needed, it’s time to pay for the kid’s summer camps too. That exhausts the budget. However I know I am not alone. Many people are in the same boat. That’s why I am offering a cash giveaway right now! I have partnered with several other bloggers to offer this $425 US Cash…

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    Food

    Low Sodium Sweet Potato Fries and Tangy Dip #BornOnTheFarm

    June 5, 2017 - By 

    I am Ontario born and raised. Which means I can handle a challenging snowy winter, and I love to ski and skate, and I enjoy all four of our very pronounced and sometimes short seasons. It also means I have been to a farm many times in my life. Boy, do I know how hard farmers work. Wouldn’t trade places with a farmer for more than a day, ever! My Mom grew up on a farm and I have heard a trillion stories. Her big family, with five brothers, and herself, all had a role to help bring their strawberries…

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    23 Things to Do in Gulf Shores Alabama

    June 2, 2017 - By 

    The Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area of Alabama boasts something for every foodie, adventure lover, outdoor enthusiast, or beach lover you know. Basically there are endless fun things to do in Gulf Shores Alabama as I found out recently when I visited this beautiful area of the southern state. Gulf Shores is very family friendly and would be perfect for solo travel, girlfriend’s getaways, family or extended multi-generational travel opportunities. Desirable camp sites are also plentiful in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area. There’s so much activity and Gulf Shores Alabama outdoor fun can’t be beat. Where on Earth is…