It’s so very hard to believe that there are only 10 days left until school goes back. A wee bit sad about that. Our time vanished much too fast and yet, there were some very fun times. A week at the cottage. Our first ride on the subway in Toronto. A weekend in Toronto. For me, there was Blogher 12 and a great work trip to New York City. For my kids there was drama camp, riding camp, learning to ride a new bike, visiting Toronto and of course the baby guinea pigs!! My oldest girl got to sleep in…

This is a regular photo meme hosted over at Tara’s View of the World. Link up and share the love. We just got back from the cottage.

What could be sweeter this time of year?  A couple of short weeks ago, I attended this tiny affair called Blogher 12. One of the amazing sponsors was Hershey’s and they had this fabulous suite they called Camp Bondfire where we were able to indulge a love of S’mores and sit and relax on the 42nd floor of the Hilton New York City, Avenue of the Americas. It was indulgent and fun and made me crave more S’mores. So, lucky me, when I got home I also received this great gift pack of all you need to make S’mores. I…

It may seem early for this fleece offer from Ink Garden, but the cool weather is right around the bend. The personalized picture will make a great gift for anyone. Grandparent’s day is right around the corner in September and this would make them so very happy.

    Many families spend a fortune on back to school shopping, often on school supply demands they have little choice about. Mix in the needs of the ever growing children who need bigger clothes and August ends up being a very cash strapped month for many families. Thankfully, many states have instituted tax-free shopping periods during the month. Even though this great giveaway ends at the end of August, it could be a welcome relief to three families who have taken advantage of these tax holidays.  Meg’s Moxie and Deals From MS Do have teamed up with some other…

At the beach, cutest tow truck I have ever seen. Wordless Wednesday is a photo meme. I often link up at Tara’s View of the world. 

How do you like your coffee?  I am a double double Canadian girl. Timmie’s in the morning makes me happy. Oh, and don’t get me started on my Tassimo. It will be a great hardship for me going to the cottage and not having it nearby. But that’s okay. I will tough it out. Because one of my favourite creamers will come with me and that makes everything better. a Rafflecopter giveaway For months I have been seeing this Natural Bliss by Coffee Mate on line and I have been anxiously awaiting a taste. Last week at Blogher 12 I…

The Odd Life of Timothy Green is a movie about infertility, adoption, special needs and a wee bit of magic. You can see why I was literally vibrating with glee in anticipation of seeing it. All the themes I deal with and wrestle down daily. It might be a stretch to call it a brilliantly acted film, but it is entertaining, heart-warming and a bit of an emotional roller coaster as you can see by the trailer. I was fortunate to be invited to the preview in New York City and the after party on a rooftop patio in Manhattan.…