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    Inside Out Movie – Add This to Your Christmas List Now #TMMGG2015

    November 19, 2015 - By 

    Since my one daughter’s play ended, we’ve been getting back to family movie night here. That means we’ve had some enjoyable evenings snuggling together, watching highly amusing and sometimes really moving movies. One week ago we watched Max, which I highly recommend for anyone over 7 or 8. It was a great show about dogs used in war. This past weekend we watched Inside Out, which we all loved. Inside Out is a comical and really witty romp through one little girl’s mind. Do you ever wonder what’s going on in someone’s mind? Disney-Pixar’s “Inside Out” takes an exciting and…

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    What’s This Minivan Driving Mom Doing at Daytona International Speedway? #LoveDaytonaBeach

    November 17, 2015 - By 

    Fast cars have never really been my thing. I’m more of a minivan driving Mom who, up until recently, never got a speeding ticket in her life. I didn’t grow up with Nascar nostalgia. So how did this happen? How did I end up touring Daytona International Speedway on a recent trip through Central Florida’s Daytona Beach area, and more importantly how did I find myself enjoying the experience, even plotting a return one day to see more? Well, let’s see….where should I start? Sometimes I find myself in odd places. Sometimes I am incredibly surprised that I enjoy doing something I…

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    Netgear Arlo 4 HD Camera Set and Keeping Your Home Safe #ad #BBYConnectedHome

    November 16, 2015 - By 

      What’s more important than safety this time of year? Or any time of year for that matter? Knowing your home, or home office, is safe whether your loved ones are indoors, or out with you, can often be the difference between worry and peace of mind. That’s why this Best Buy exclusive Netgear Arlo 4 HD Camera Set is a must have for your connected home. I am a gadget girl at heart and anything that makes my life easier, with the help of great technology, makes me happy. This year I discovered a small gadget that synched with…

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    RSVP Now and Join us Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. EST for World Vision Canada Gift Catalogue Twitter Party #MeaningfulGifts

    November 13, 2015 - By 

    Are you starting to feel the spirit of the season yet? I don’t know about the rest of you but as much as I love summer (it’s my favourite season) there’s something absolutely lovely about cuddling by a fireplace staying indoors and watching a good TV show, or curling up with your children while flipping through the latest holiday gift catalogue that arrived at your home. We have been doing a lot of that lately here as the temperatures dip. I am happy to say we’ve already chosen a few gifts from the World Vision Canada gift catalogue so that we can…

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    Tomorrowland Film is a Hit for The Whole Family #TMMGG2015

    November 4, 2015 - By 

    The Tomorrowland film is one of the best movies I’ve seen in quite some time. It’s also one of the last movies I watched at the theatre. That shows you how often I get out! Luckily if you are like me and rarely are able to get to the movie theatre now you can watch Tomorrowland at home. Tomorrowland is one of those movies that exudes everything that’s great about a family film. With a ton of action, adventure, and heart, the Tomorrowland film has something for everyone, from kids to adults. The Tomorrowland Film is Perfect for All Ages One of my…

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    5 Car Care Tips for Winter

    November 2, 2015 - By 

    These car care tips will help you keep your car safe and sound through the coming winter months. I know. It’s only September, and nobody wants to think about winter yet, but we have to. Winter can be brutal on our cars, so these car care tips are just the thing to keep our babies running smoothly and safely. Car Care Tips to Keep Your Ride in Shape There are a few car care tips to follow before the winter months arrive that will keep your car in good working order over the course of the cold months. That’s especially important…

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    5 Alabama Attractions You’ll Love #Travel

    November 2, 2015 - By 

    Alabama attractions are many and varied. If you’re traveling to Alabama, you’ll be able to enjoy the beauty of the terrain, as well as the white sand beaches, historical sites, museums, and more. There’s something for everyone among the many Alabama attractions to choose from. Alabama Attractions – There’s so Much to See Most people think of fields full of cotton, soybeans, or cows, and beaches too, when they think of Alabama. And while all of that is true, there are actually lots of Alabama attractions to take in if you travel to the state. These attractions range from the U.S.…

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    active family travel - family - Health - parenting - Travel

    Flying with a Senior – 5 Tips to Make it Easier #travel

    October 31, 2015 - By 

    Flying with a senior relative can be difficult. The waiting and pressure change can be harder on an older body. That’s exacerbated even more if the senior has a medical issue, or a failing memory. These tips for flying with a senior can make the trip easier on them and on you as well. 5 Tips to Make Flying with a Senior Easier Flying with a senior is no easy task. We all know how uncomfortable flights can be on us. Now imagine flying with an older body that’s already sore and achey on a good day. Now don’t think for…

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    4 Steps to Winterize Your Garden

    October 26, 2015 - By 

    After the final harvest of the year, it will be time to winterize your garden. I promise not to be surprised or offended if some of you don’t know that winterizing the garden is a thing. It seems like a lot of people don’t. However, when you winterize your garden, you get a great head start on the next growing season. Winterize Your Garden for an Amazing Spring When you winterize your garden, you get a spring with less work, more planting, and healthier plants. Here’s how. Don’t Throw Out Spent Veggie Plants This is important. I see so many gardeners…

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    15 Creative DIY Origami Crafts for Kids

    October 26, 2015 - By 

    Origami is the ancient Japanese art of folding paper. I happen to know this because I have a teenager who loves origami and Japanese culture in general. Traditional Japanese origami – paper folding began during the EDO period. The most commonly known form of Japanese origami is the paper crane. My teen folds these all the time and can also make origami bowls, plates and cups which is a party trick she tends to use when other kids are over. [tweetthis]Which of these origami crafts for kids will you try first? [/tweetthis] These ideas are totally appealing to the crafty…