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    Christmas Bookmarks Printable

    November 17, 2016 - By 

    So what are you reading? Right now I am reading Karma Brown’s second novel, The Choices We Make. It’s a page turner. Are your kids huge readers like mine are? Need some cute and festive Christmas bookmarks then? My kids love books and we are always scrounging for bookmarks so here are some festive Christmas bookmarks for you.   My youngest is actually all about the books and my older daughter whips through books so quick, it’s not economical to buy them. I know that sounds weird but last year I bought her a novel she wanted and by 1…

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    Fairy Tales are Real with The Irish Fairy Door Company

    November 16, 2016 - By 

    There’s something about fairies and fairy tales that captures our imaginations. Remember when you were a kid? Remember how badly you wanted fairies to be real? The thought of fluttering wings and pixie dust was intoxicating with the possibility of something magical just out of sight. Well, now fairy tales are almost real thanks to The Irish Fairy Door Company. They bring the magic of fairies right into your home.   Fairy Tales Come Alive with The Irish Fairy Door Company The Irish Fairy Door Company helps fairies relocate into homes and gardens all over the world with their Irish…

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    Zambia Travel – Tips for the First Time Visitor #travel

    November 15, 2016 - By 

    Zambia travel is a once in a lifetime, worthwhile, experience. With gorgeous vistas, the famous Victoria Falls, the Zambezi River, wildlife and the friendliest people you can imagine, Zambia might be one of the most remarkable places on earth. If you’ve never been to this exotic location, then the idea of Zambia travel can seem overwhelming. Here are some suggestions to make your trip to Zambia an epic one. Zambia Travel – Must See Locations When traveling to Zambia, there are some can’t miss places to see. These are the iconic stops that are exciting and known the world over. All…

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    Chocolate Free Playmobil Advent Calendars

    November 15, 2016 - By 

    We have enjoyed sharing advent calendars with the kids, from the time they were very small. But candy and chocolate advent calendars haven’t always appealed to me as a parent. I am pretty sure I once wrote about the time my daughter found her advent calendar gift from Grandma and ate the entire thing in 10 minutes. With Playmobil Advent Calendars you don’t have to worry about that. Playmobil makes some incredibly high quality toys. Their Playmobil Advent Calendars are every bit as amazing and unique as their toy sets. There are several options, from Christmas on The Farm to Christmas in…

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    Under Five Day at Simonga Clinic in Zambia

    November 14, 2016 - By 

    About an hour outside Livingstone, sits Simonga Clinic, the first of several clinics we will visit while in Zambia. Simonga clinic is busy already with under five day. Babies breastfeed while toddlers play with each other tugging on clothing, and scoping visitors out warily. A tiny girl in pink tries to drag Mom’s purse across the concrete floor to show a friend. She bursts into tears when Mom lifts the bag out of reach. Another toddler wanders over to the immunologist in our group and he waves repeatedly engaging, until she holds out her hand for a high five. Then he is suddenly…

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    $400 US – Ho Ho Holiday Cash Giveaway #HoHoHolidayCash

    November 14, 2016 - By 

    Everyone can use extra cash during the holidays. I haven’t shared a big cash giveaway in months so I figured it was time to share some love with readers here again. It’s your lucky month, or at least it could be. Here’s a chance for you to win $400 US to help with the Christmas presents and other expenses this time of year. It’s that time of year. Time to make your list and check it twice and we want you to have some extra money to make your Holidays a little easier. Jen from Ninjamommers and Jennifer from 1Heart1Family have…

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    OH SO Good Broccoli Cheddar Soup Recipe

    November 11, 2016 - By 

    Broccoli cheddar soup is one that I know many people love. Soups at this time of year are perfect for many reasons. They are easy to cook and sometimes easy to share. Cook them in a big batch and save some broccoli cheddar soup for later too. Serve this beauty in a bread bowl and it is really a scrumptious and healthy meal. Perfect for one of those chilly Fall, or Winter Days. I love soups in the cooler months because it seems like I am always cold then. Broccoli Cheddar soup is comforting and it warms everyone up. (Even…

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    Conversations With My Canadian Kids About The US Election Outcome

    November 9, 2016 - By 

    It started this morning when my youngest got a text from a friend that stated: “The World is Ending.” “Mom, what does this mean?” “Well,” I said, “I believe she’s referring to the US election outcome.” Picture a giant question mark hanging between us. “Donald Trump won last night. It was close.” I think she said “No Way” or something to that effect and we ate breakfast in our home, in a suburb in Ontario, Canada. I told the news to my eldest daughter before she left for high school. Because I wanted her to hear it from me first. Throughout the…

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    Gemmies Crystal Creations for Crafty Kids #TMMGG16

    November 9, 2016 - By 

    Gemmies Crystal Creations are the craft du jour for crafty kids this year. If you have a crafty tween or teen then you know the struggle. I am always hunting for things to keep them busy. Oh it sounds nutty, but my thinking is this – give them crafts and things to keep their hands busy and they will be less likely to build baking soda volcanoes in the bathroom. Laugh it up, but that’s exactly what my kids would do. Craft kits like Gemmies Crystal Creations are crucial to my sanity. In fact, craft kits are a big part…

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    Every Child Deserves a Shot at Life -Vaccines Work

    November 8, 2016 - By 

    Every child should have a Shot at Life. All children have a right to health. But, in developing countries around the world many families face overwhelming obstacles to accessing life-saving vaccines. Shot@Life is an organization that helps and advocates for funding to deliver lifesaving vaccines to those in need. I visited Zambia as part of a fellowship with Shot at Life through the UN Foundation recently. It was an  amazing experience. Over the next few weeks I will share posts about that trip and the many clinics and aid organizations we visited. Yesterday I shared my first post about Preparing for…