• Printables

    Positive and Cheery May Colouring Page Activity

    April 29, 2018 - By 

    Well, hello there May. I have been missing you. What could be more positive or relaxing than a May colouring page activity? I know many of you love the printables and colouring pages here, so it’s time to share this happy printable page with you too. May heralds the start of summer adventures, so bring it on. Mother’s Day is also in May and I enjoy having time to spend that day with my family. That’s one of my favourite things actually. Dropping all the work and other stuff and having lunch or dinner with my family.       If…

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    Food

    Wildly Good Instant Pot Chicken Chimichangas

    April 26, 2018 - By 

    Instant Pot Chicken Chimichangas are so cheesy good, with a kick that you can’t help but want to make them again and again. If you enjoy Mexican food with a bit of heat then this is for you. While I have to pace myself with foods like this, I truly love them every so often. Easy Instant Pot Recipes Are Golden The Instant Pot has revolutionized cooking for so many people recently. Between it and the air fryer I am not sure how we ever cooked meals before. Anyways this is one you are going to need to pin for…

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    How to Save on Grad Dresses and Prom Dresses

    April 25, 2018 - By 

    Is it possible to save money on grad dresses or prom dresses? Absolutely. No need to break the bank just because it’s graduation time or prom time. Hard to believe, but my youngest is graduating grade eight in June. Which as we all know means shopping and potential to ruin the budget. But shopping for prom dresses and grad dresses doesn’t need to break the bank. Here’s how we saved money on grade 8 grad dresses for both of our girls. I’ve been a bargain hunter most of my life. It’s extremely rare for me to pay full price on…

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    parenting

    What Happened One Crazy Weekend with Robot Baby

    April 23, 2018 - By 

    On Friday I became a grandma. My oldest daughter became a Mom and Ainsley an aunt. Which by default then made my husband a grandpa. Robot Baby Lucas joined our family this weekend. And it was nostalgic, fun, comical and a little bit crazy bringing a pretend baby home. But it was also a whole lot more than that too. The road to toy robot baby Lucas began last year when Payton, then 15, told me she wanted to take a parenting course at school. She was giddy over the prospect of having Robot Baby for a weekend in grade 11. Initially I…

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    Earth Day Every Day with these Great Books

    April 19, 2018 - By 

    Every year, people around the globe celebrate Earth Day. On this day, people often reflect on the environment, what’s happening to it, and how they can make a difference. It’s also a day all about loving the planet and remembering that it’s home to some of the most amazing creatures and places. All that is wonderful, but I think it would be so much better if we had the planet on our mind all the time. I’d love it if every day were Earth Day. That’s why I’m excited about these two Earth Day books I got for the kids…

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    Buying Sheets – What You Need to Know

    April 18, 2018 - By 

    Buying sheets can be a comforting thing or an exercise in frustration. After all, there’s nothing better than a nice, cozy bed. It makes such a welcoming environment when you lay down, and your bed wraps you up in a restful hug. But not all sheets are created equal. Sheets use varying types and qualities of thread to make them last longer or feel softer. It’s more involved than you might think. So let’s take a look at what you need to know when buying sheets. Buying Sheets is About More than Thread Count Thread count gets a lot of…

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    Travel

    Mont-Tremblant National Park – The Beauty of the Laurentians

    April 17, 2018 - By 

    Quebec may be one of my favourite places on earth. It’s naturally splendid, resource rich, and always makes for a memorable trip. Plus, it’s no secret I love to be close to the mountains. Mont-Tremblant National Park, Parc National Du Mont-Tremblant, is a spot I had not seen until this past year. With its many rivers and magnificent Laurentian Mountains Mont-Tremblant National Park has something to engage every member of your family. On a press trip last summer I had the chance to visit the Laurentians and Mont-Tremblant National Park. This breathtaking park offers the full beauty of The Laurentians on display for…

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    Food - Giveaways

    Perfect Coffee at Home with Breville Precision Brewer

    April 16, 2018 - By 

    Waking up to perfect coffee that’s ready to drink is pretty much the best way to start any day. Now you need not be a barista to be able to make the perfect pot of coffee. Great coffee at home on demand is the name of the game with the Breville Precision Brewer Thermal. There are a few things I am constantly striving to perfect here in my home. One is meatloaf. My family likes meatloaf and it’s simple so I enjoy making it, but am always striving to get the perfect balance of flavours and spices. The other is…

  • Printables

    Star Wars Word Search Printable For Kids

    April 15, 2018 - By 

    It’s been awhile since a really good Star Wars movie came out. And I know that there are still many little and big Star Wars fans out there. So, in advance of May the Fourth this year I decided to share this original Star Wars Word Search with you. I know you sometimes geek out over Star Wars products and merchandise. So I thought you might love this too. I think this particular word search is a bit challenging. It has several of the characters and vehicles in it. But challenges are good, as I always tell my kids. So good…

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    Giveaways

    This Sterling Silver Jewellery Tells a Story

    April 13, 2018 - By 

    Citrus Silver sterling silver jewellery tells a story about you. Isn’t that what you want your jewellery to do? When you choose a piece from Citrus Silver, you get a one of a kind sterling silver hand-stamped necklace, that captures your personality or personal philosophy. There’s something lovely and empowering about that. High quality pieces from this Canadian jewellery brand range from gorgeous wrap bracelets to fashionable necklaces and earrings too. I received the Citrus Silver sterling silver Fierce necklace last week and I haven’t take it off. It shows no sign of tarnishing, which to me speaks of the…