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    Getting Rid of Fruit Flies – 6 Natural Approaches

    April 16, 2019 - By 

    Getting rid of fruit flies. If you have a kitchen, then chances are, you’ve Googled this. These pesky little critters can come into your home via a bad piece of fruit you got at the store or even just follow you in when you open the door. Fear not! Getting rid of fruit flies is easier than you think. 6 Tips on Getting Rid of Fruit Flies Getting rid of fruit flies naturally is better for you, your family, and the environment Rather than putting out baits, trying sprays, or calling a pest control service, simply follow these tips, and…

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    Easy Gooey Homemade Smores Cookies

    April 15, 2019 - By 

    Homemade Smores cookies are my latest easy family treat. OH MY, is there anything much that is yummier than melted chocolate and ooey gooey marshmallow? I can’t think of much else that is as melt in your mouth tasty as this little chocolate flavour punch. Nothing evokes a camping state of mind faster than a mention of homemade campfire smores. But, let’s be honest it’s not always super simple to set up a campfire and start roasting those smores. So what’s a sweet tooth to do? Well, how about smores cookies? Homemade Smores Cookies What’s your favourite camping memory? We…

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    Make Cooking Easy with the Best Toaster Oven from Hamilton Beach

    March 21, 2019 - By 

    If you have teens, then I suspect you know my pain. They sometimes struggle with this desire to be independent coupled with a desire to let’s just say, conserve energy. Oh occasionally they shock and amaze whipping up a big recipe in the kitchen unexpectedly. But more often than not I still hear: Mom what’s to eat? Do we have any …fill in the blank here. So, what’s my solution to that? Sometimes I find it helps to stack the deck in my favour. I load the fridge with easy healthy snacks and I often wash and prepare vegetables and…

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    Time For a Canadian Turkey Meal Makeover

    March 13, 2019 - By 

    This post has been sponsored by Canadian Turkey which means I received compensation. What’s in your lunchbox lately? Is it time for something new? Why not give Canadian turkey a look again. I have a great idea for a new recipe that will help you fall for turkey and love your lunch again. Canadian turkey is a protein source that should be in everyone’s diet. Grown by farmers right here in Canada, this turkey is healthy, delicious, and easier than you think to incorporate into so many of your favorite dishes. In fact, Canadian turkey is an easy way to…

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    15 Cute and Sweet Easter Cupcakes

    March 5, 2019 - By 

    Ah Spring can you be any sweeter? Well, with these fun treats and easy Easter cupcakes, the answer is yes. You can make your Easter celebrations special and fun for all and sweet, of course too. Here are 15 adorable, cute and sweet colourful cupcakes to share with your kids, your family, or your child’s Easter bake sale. Whatever you need them for they will do the trick. The Sweetest Easter Cupcakes Easter Chick Cupcakes - Amanda's Cookin' Orange Vanilla Bean Easter Bunny Cupcakes - Tastes of Lizzy T Vegan Easter Cupcakes - Elephantastic Vegan Cadbury Egg Cupcakes - Pizzazzerie…

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    To Hibernate or Not This Winter?

    January 25, 2019 - By 

    I don’t know about you but winter months tend to bring out the outdoor enthusiast side of me. Maybe that’s weird but it’s how we cope here in my family in Ontario, Canada. We head out to ski, or travel, or combine the two and take a trip to somewhere snowy. But, that said I know many friends who hibernate right now, spending their days dreaming of travel, or reading a book curled up with tea or coffee and a comfy blanket.   Others spend the hours cooking, baking or crafting. The winter crafts and recipes are everywhere right now…

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    Whimsical Elf Inspired Cupcakes Scream Decorate Me

    December 22, 2018 - By 

    These whimsical Elf Inspired cupcakes are easy cupcakes for kids to make and decorate. They will remind everyone of the joy of being a kid. The best part – you really only need to bake the cupcakes and set them on the table with a bunch of toppings in a bowl and company, or kids, can do the rest of the work. What’s your favourite Christmas movie? One of mine is Elf. I am a sucker for movies with Will Ferrell. Yes, I know he’s a big goofball and it’s not highbrow humour by any stretch at all. BUT it’s…

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    How to Make Easy and Healthy Kale Chips Now

    December 19, 2018 - By 

    I woke up this week craving Kale Chips. I know, I know. Who does that? Well, apparently I do, so because I was craving them for a couple of days and kale was on sale I took a break Wednesday morning and made a batch of tasty kale chips. Frankly, there isn’t an easier recipe around. This kale chip recipe takes Kale, Olive Oil, Salt and Pepper. That’s it. Four simple ingredients and they are done. Easy, peasy lemon squeezy. Dozens of Kale Chip Recipes Kale was on sale this week so I grabbed a huge batch of it and washed…

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    The Coffee Lover’s Ultimate Gift Guide

    December 10, 2018 - By 

    Are you barely functional without the morning java? Live for a latte? Incoherent before that second cup of Joe? I feel you. Me too. The good news is that if you have a friend like me, they are extremely easy to buy for any time of the year. Get them specialty coffees or coffee related gadgets and they will be happy as clams. My Ultimate Gift Guide for Coffee Lovers This gift guide is specifically for all of you who love your morning brew and can’t get by without it. You love the lattes and the Americanos and Espressos too.…

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    103 Best BBQ Gifts for Grill Masters

    November 29, 2018 - By 

    Looking for the biggest list of BBQ gifts around? Well, lucky for you I have everything you need right here. Do you have a Barbecue crazy guy or gal to buy for this year? Me too! That’s why I pulled together this kickbutt list of everything imaginable for barbecue enthusiasts and people who just love to grill. You know that guy who stands out there in the dead of winter with snow coming down and still fires up the Barbecue. I love a good barbecue so I am not complaining. My Father-in-law was like that. He would barbecue any time…