One of the things I love about my house is the fact that the yard is big enough for a garden. I enjoy growing my own vegetables each year for so many different reasons. The taste is so much better, I don’t have to worry about pesticides and chemicals on produce and I can save […]
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I’ve lived in a small town in the Saskatchewan prairies for my entire life and no matter where the future takes me, I’m sure that the lush Qu’Appelle Valley and the endless farmland fields will always feel like home. But while I may have always lived in the same small town (and even in the
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My mom always told me that she potty trained all five of her children with help from a popular book called Potty Training in Less than a Day. While she said potty training using the book’s method really took about a week, she still found the results impressive. So in later years when I was
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If there’s anything that can make a bedroom feel instantly more inviting, it’s a good comforter set. And until recently, that was something that was noticeably absent from my bedroom. I had high quality Egyptian cotton sheets and a comfy pillow-top mattress but my blankets were noticeably blah. So when Maple Harbour gave me the
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With the end of June just one week away, plans for summer have already begun for most families. And for many, that means planning for summer camp! I still have so many great memories of attending overnight camp as a child and I learned plenty of fun skills too. But while I brought back a
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While I’m pretty happy with my body overall, I’m always interested in finding new ways to tone up a little more, burn extra fat and improve my general health. And when I can find an easy and fun way to do that, I’m even happier. I’d heard of FitTea products before and I always thought
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With summer vacation less than a week away, I’m already planning fun activities my boys and I can enjoy during the next few months. And since Saskatchewan summers are pretty hot, that’s sure to include lots of time playing in the water! Spending the day at the beach, visiting the local splash park and even
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When my youngest son was a toddler, I learned about balance bikes for the first time. While I liked the concept, I have to admit that the idea of buying a bike with no pedals that would be used for just a year or so seemed like a bit of a waste. I couldn’t help
If there’s one thing that almost any man can use, it’s good shaving products. And with Father’s Day coming up this weekend, Crabtree & Evelyn has some fabulous products to help you give Dad a gift he’ll love. The company sent me the Crabtree & Evelyn Duo Gift Set to check out and I knew
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Warm weather is here to stay for another year and that means that my boys are spending a lot of time outdoors now. While I love all the extra physical activity that they’re getting, there’s something else that I have to deal with as a result of all that outdoor play…dirt! Like most kids, Zackary
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Living in rural Saskatchewan, I am no stranger to mosquitoes. Some years there don’t seem to be too many and avoiding the outdoors during dawn and dusk is enough to tolerate the itch-inducing pests. Other years the mosquito population is so high that the bugs end up preventing all kinds of outdoor fun. This year
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Since I suffer from both virus-induced asthma and seasonal allergies, I’ve come to appreciate just how helpful air purifiers can be. While I don’t get too many allergy outbreaks, the ones I do get are terrible and often cause a full day of sneezing, wheezing, itchy eyes and congestion. The Airfree P1000 air purifier seemed
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Summer is a time to show off your brightest look and while I love doing that by adding fun punches of colour to my wardrobe, I also like having a bright, beaming smile and healthy skin to compliment my colourful wardrobe! This year, P&G has revamped two of its most popular products to help add
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With summer days quickly approaching, I’m already eagerly looking forward to all the fun outdoor activities in the future. From camping trips to days at the beach, there’s so much to love about summer! Of course part of the fun of any outdoor adventure is capturing the moment so that my boys and I can
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A few years ago, I discovered Piggy Paint, a non-toxic and eco-friendly children’s nail polish. I had a blast testing out the colours with my nieces and appreciated the fact that they weren’t being exposed to potentially harmful chemicals. In fact, I couldn’t help but wish there was an adult version of the polish that
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I’ve mentioned before how much my youngest son loves animals, and I know he’s not the only one. There’s something about the idea of interacting with a living creature of another species that kids seem to find absolutely fascinating. Of course, not every parent is willing to put up with the work of having a
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Father’s Day is just a few short weeks away now and if you’re searching for the perfect surprise for a husband, father or any other important man in your life, a gift from Saddleback Leather is sure to be a hit. I discovered this small company with a cult following about a year ago and
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I love playing around with different makeup looks, so I’m always excited when brands I already love and use release new cosmetics for me to try. This month, P&G has three fabulous products that will help you show off your star style, and they’re ones that I couldn’t wait to try! The first is an
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I am a huge fan of barbequing and once the weather is warm enough to eat outside, I’ll sometimes use the barbeque all week long. From chicken and steak to hot dogs and hamburgers, it’s a sure-to-please meal if it’s been on the grill! But I’m not a fan of the big, doughy hamburger and
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It took me a long time to develop a personal sense of style, but now that I’ve finally discovered what looks I especially love, I show them off whenever I get the chance. And I’m secretly very proud of the fact that I’ve raised my boys to have that same love of fashion and showing
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It’s been quite some time since I’ve discovered a great new children’s musician, but recently I was lucky enough to discover the upbeat music of award-winning Canadian singer Jessie Farrell. Her new children’s CD, Take Me Outside, is a collection of thirteen fun songs that are perfect for celebrating the beauty and magic of spring.
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Living in a small town, I tend to do a fair bit of driving in a typical week. From extra-curricular activities to the big weekly grocery-shopping trip to dropping my boys off with their dad on the weekend, running around in the car is just a fact of life. Recently Ford Canada gave me the
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After a long winter, my boys and I are very much enjoying the warm weather and long days of spring. But spring is also a great time for learning and NCircle Entertainment has some great new DVDs that are perfect for exploring some of the science behind the season. Perfect to pull out on a
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My youngest son absolutely loves animals and has a huge collection of plush animal friends to prove it. From a favourite fluffy bear to a wide-eyed monkey to a cute floppy-eared puppy, all of Benjamin’s animals have to be carefully arranged on his bed before I tuck him into bed each night. Yet even with
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Years ago I had a waffle iron that I used every few months, and to be honest, I pretty much hated it. It was awkward to store, hard to clean and invariably made a mess every time I used it. I would either put in too much batter and end up with spills all over
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It’s no secret that I love to shop online. In fact, in just a few short years I’ve gone from being a hesitant newbie to a self-proclaimed online shopping pro. But as much as I love shopping online, I love saving even more! I learned shortly after making my first few Internet purchases that I
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I always find it interesting how I never realized until I became a parent just how much my mom did for me when I was growing up. Raising children is rewarding, but it’s also exhausting and a mother’s work is never done when it comes to caring for them! This Mother’s Day, Helpling.com, a fabulous
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Now that warm weather is here to stay, I’m slowly coming out of hibernation and pulling out the fun dresses and cute shorts I haven’t been able to wear for months. Of course, that means it’s also to time for me to ensure my legs are soft, smooth and ready to show off! Like most
There are a few products that I absolutely refuse to use on my children, and one of those is chemically based sunscreen. I fully believe in the importance of sunscreen, but with so many naturally derived and mineral based alternatives to commercial formulas, it just doesn’t make sense to me to choose a product containing
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About a month ago I had the chance to review the new Live Clean Coconut Milk Shampoo and Conditioner. I’m a huge fan of coconut so it wasn’t a big surprise that I loved these products. But even if I hadn’t been such a fan, I’m sure I’d still love this shampoo and conditioner since
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There is nothing I love more than a really good body scrub. With salt to slough away dead skin cells and oil to moisturize for the softest, smoothest skin imaginable, what’s not to love! FarmHouse Fresh has long offered some of the best body scrubs around and if you want to treat yourself to a
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One of the things I loved most about becoming a homeowner was the chance to dress up my decor with small touches that showed off my own personal style. From cute throw pillows in the living room to themed wall art in the bedroom, finding those special decor items let my house feel like a
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I’ve mentioned before how breakfast has always been a struggle for me. Even before I had children, I tended to skip the all-important morning meal and after I became a parent, the problem got even worse. I’ve been working hard to change that this year and recently Weetabix challenged me to take my new healthy
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Believe it or not, it’s almost Mother’s Day and if you’re wondering what to get for your mother, you’re not alone! Every year I find that shopping for my mom gets harder and harder, because there’s really not much that she needs. But this year, shopping got a whole lot easier because any woman is
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About a year ago, I received my very first high efficiency washing machine and dryer. And as soon as I washed that first load of clothes, I was a convert. The machine gave my clothes such a thorough clean and when my heat and water bills arrived at the end of the month, I saw
Ever since I was a child, I’ve loved cooking and baking. And perfecting new techniques when it comes to creating delicious dishes is always a fun experience. A few years ago I broke away from traditional iced birthday cakes and tried my hand at creating a fondant masterpiece for my son’s Super Mario Bros. birthday
As my boys grew from infants to toddlers to active school-aged boys, there were many products that made caring for them easier. But one of my absolute must-have brands in the house has always been Playtex. The Playtex Mealtime bowls, plates and cutlery prevented so many messes in the house thanks to the sturdy design
While I’ve never been a big fan of strong scents, it only took one use for me to completely fall in love with the Lush version of Downy Unstopables when I tried adding the scent booster to my laundry. The light scent of vanilla and lavender was delicious and I especially liked using it when
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My boys are big fans of breakfast cereal and I’m always excited when I find a new variety that’s fun for them but still has ingredients I like. So I was pretty excited when I learned that Barbara’s, the maker of delicious organic crackers and cookies, had recently branched out and started offering two tasty
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My boys’ first experience with Mexican food was a taco party made with an Old El Paso Dinner Kit, and while we’ve tried all kinds of different Mexican delicacies since then, Old El Paso tacos are still their favourite. Benjamin loves a soft taco and Zackary likes the crunchy shells, but both boys agree that
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I’ve often commented on how much I love the Fisher-Price line of toys, not just because they’re designed to provide educational fun for children but also because they are so timeless. My very first toy ever, bought when my mom was eight months pregnant with me, was a Fisher-Price Happy Apple and that jingling plaything
My home may be old and need a lot of updates, but it’s also full of memories. The house in which I’m raising my boys was my home as a child and every room is full of stories from my own youthful days. In a few months, I’ll be moving away and leaving this memory-filled
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One of my favourite things about springtime is doing a little pampering and refreshing of my look after the harsh winter months. No matter how careful I am, I often suffer from dry skin, limp locks and cracked lips when the winter winds are wailing. Spring is a chance for me to indulge a little
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Last year I discovered the convenient and luxurious towel warmers offered by WarmlyYours, a company specializing in providing heating systems and products to the United States and Canada. I loved the freestanding design of the towel warmer and the fact it didn’t require any installation, but I was also intrigued by some of the other
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It’s no secret that I love to dress up. Being a work-from-home mom means that there are some days I will quite literally lounge around in pajamas all day long. But since dressing up isn’t a common occurrence for me, I take every available opportunity that I get to style my hair, put on a
When it came to choosing baby products for my boys, I was pretty picky about what I put on their skin. My family has a history of eczema and allergies, so I didn’t want to risk any potential irritation. That being said, I do love products that have a light, sweet scent. It made finding
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From the hottest new video games to the coolest construction toys, my boys love everything fun and trendy. And while keeping up with the newest fads is too much for me, I recently discovered an easy way to surprise my boys with the latest toys and games. Nerd Block Jr. subscription boxes contain an assortment
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Every child dreams of being a superhero at some point, but I’ve always thought one of the best lessons we can teach our little ones is that it doesn’t take superpowers to be a hero. Everyday kids can do extraordinary things too! That’s a concept that Barbie is embracing with this month’s launch of the
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I absolutely love my pet cat, Racer. I hadn’t wanted a pet at first but she adopted me as soon as she walked into the house and quickly won me over with her quirky personality. But my family also loves to travel and that can be a challenge for a pet owner. Some families prefer
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Teaching kids about healthy eating is important, but it can also be challenging! As much as my boys enjoy raw vegetables and fresh fruit, they also like fries, burgers and sweet desserts. Finding a balance between the healthy food and the junk is a constant job in this house! T-Fal Canada understands that teaching kids
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There’s no better way to welcome spring than with a fun new toy for the kids and recently GEOSPACE gave me the chance to check out two of its top new toys that are guaranteed to provide hours of fun. The GEOFLUX is a unique strip of twisted metal that transforms from a simple circle
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As much as most kids love getting older, growth also brings new experiences and new responsibilities. And while that’s a very exciting thing, it can also be pretty scary! Our family is preparing for a move to Ontario later in the year and while my boys are excited to live in a new place, they
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For over a year I’ve shared information about some of my very favourite P&G products and why those products are a must in my household. And thanks to my relationship with P&G Canada, I’ve learned so much about the work that goes into making the best and most effective products possible. Innovation has been a
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I’ve always enjoyed the challenge of doing my taxes, but it was after I started my website that I grew to enjoy it even more. Despite the fact I generally have to make payments at the end of the year, I look at those payments as a testament to the hard work I’ve done and
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Cleaning has never been my forte. In fact, keeping my house clean and organized is probably one of the biggest challenges I’ve faced as a parent. Over the years, I’ve managed to settle into a routine that ensures basic chores are done each day. But even so, I’m always looking for new shortcuts that will
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As somebody that loves to cook, I have a passion for food and choosing a favourite meal is no easy task for me. But, there are a few dishes that I especially love, and one of those is a thick and juicy ribeye steak cooked on the barbeque. The rich taste of beef is one
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Staying connected when I travel is something that’s important to me not just because of my business, but because it lets me share special moments with loved ones at home and also communicate easily with the other people I’m with. When I took my boys to Mexico recently, I shared my experience using Roam Mobility
As a work-from-home mom, dressing up is not really a part of my daily routine. In fact, I fully admit that I am one of those parents that sometimes walks my boys to school wearing pyjama pants. (Okay, okay, I sometimes pick them up after school in pyjama pants too!) Getting dressed just to sit
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I’ve loved coconut ever since I was a child. In fact, I used to sprinkle it on top of cereal in place of sugar in the mornings and often have a spoonful straight out of the package for a quick afternoon snack. But it wasn’t until I was an adult that I learned more about
Even though I don’t wear jewellery every day, I do have a few special pieces that I wear now and again. From my favourite dual-tone tree pendant to my funky wood bracelet, adding a fun accessory to my outfit just gives my look an extra bit of flair that helps me feel especially pulled together
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With my oldest soon turning nine, I’ve realized that it will likely soon be time to find him a cell phone of his own. For the moment he gets by without one just fine since we live in a small town. He can walk or bike anywhere he needs to go, he knows the house
When I was in my teens, snowboarding had just become one of the trendiest winter sports in Canada and I wasn’t about to be left out of the fun. I bought a second-hand board from a friend, outfitted it with a good pair of boots and bindings, and hit the slopes. But I soon learned
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Despite spending most of my time at home, I do have a bit of a passion for fashion and there’s nothing I love more than the chance to dress up. Whether I’m enjoying drinks and appetizers with a group of local ladies or a fun dinner out with a close friend, if I’m going out,
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When I was young, the basement in our house once flooded quite badly. I don’t remember all the details but I do remember that so many important things were ruined, from personal documents to papers from my parent’s law practice to cherished memorabilia. For years after that, if we needed something and couldn’t find it,
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I’ve said many times in the past that I don’t much like the concept of a New Year’s Resolution. I find that people tend to end up having an “all or nothing” attitude when they make resolutions, which results in many giving up completely at the first misstep. However, I do think that the new
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Financial literacy is something that I take very seriously, in large part because it’s something that took me some time to master. Bad financial decisions in my early to mid twenties meant a few years of struggle, plenty of learning and, eventually, a determination to help my boys develop good financial habits so that they
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When my boys were toddlers, they loved Baby Gourmet Squoosh Snacks. In fact, they enjoyed eating the squeezable pouches of pureed organic fruit right up into their school days. And why not? The pouches are portable, mess-free, healthy and taste great! But unfortunately, since the products are targeted towards infants, they have a design that’s
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It’s a new year, which means it’s time for a new start and for me, that means expanding my knowledge with some great new books! My Kobo Glo is an essential in my life and for 2015, I’m loading it up with all kinds of great hit titles I want to read! The biggest challenge
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The holiday season is officially over and I have to say that I loved every minute of it! Visiting with friends and family is a huge part of our holiday season and that means that I have some extra work to keep my house looking its best. This year, American Standard helped me give my
With Christmas just ten days away and holiday parties on the calendar, everyone’s getting ready to dress up and put his or her best face forward! And P&G has some great tips and products to help both men and women look and feel great this holiday season. Here’s the company’s favourite ways to get ready
A few years ago I invested in a programmable thermostat and I noticed a difference in our energy bill right away. But I must admit that I don’t use it quite as much as I should. I love that the heat automatically turns down at night to help save money, but I often forget to
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For forty years, The Rubik’s Cube has been a top gift choice during the holiday season. The best-selling puzzle in history provides endless hours of entertaining fun for kids of all ages, even though it’s generally sure to inspire some frustration as well! And this year, in celebration of the cube’s 40th Anniversary, Rubik’s is
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Mornings are always a little rushed with two kids to get ready for school each day, and when the holiday season arrives, the morning is even busier. In addition to packing lunches, making breakfast, quizzing my oldest on his spelling words and checking the boys’ agendas, there are holiday forms to fill out, craft materials
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When it came to using an eReader, I was a tough sell. I loved the feeling of holding a book in my hands and voraciously turning the pages. But one Mother’s Day weekend I was thinking about how to spend some gift cards I’d collected, and I decided to purchase a Kobo Glo. Within days
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Our small-town pharmacy is a Rexall store and I have to admit that before it joined the Rexall franchise, I hadn’t heard of the chain before. But it didn’t take me long to be won over by the great selection and low prices that Rexall offers. Now, Rexall is making a good thing even better
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One of my favourite companies when looking for gifts for little ones is Cloud B, and that’s partly because I know just how important a good night’s sleep is not just for babies, but for their parents too! My boys loved climbing into bed and looking at the softly lit stars created by their Cloud
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With so many gift options consisting of tech devices, video games or battery-operated toys, it can be hard to really encourage creativity and imagination in kids when choosing Christmas presents. But those gifts that let kids build, use their hands and learn are often the most popular ones and that’s why Kiwi Crate has made
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Living in Saskatchewan, the best way to deal with our icy winter weather is to embrace it! That means instead of hiding indoors when the temperature drops, my boys and I are outside shoveling snow, making snow angels, sledding and hiking. But all that outdoor winter fun can be exhausting…and leave my muscles aching! Thankfully,
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During the stress of the holidays, there’s nothing better than relaxing with a fun game, and one of my very favourite companies for top-quality fun, Big Fish Games, has three fabulous new hidden object games that are sure to provide plenty of entertainment over the Christmas season. Recently I had a chance to check out
I live in a province that’s subjected to some of the hottest summers and the coldest winters in Canada. In fact, among provincial capital cities, Regina has the current record for both the hottest day and the coldest day ever recorded. But while I’ve grown up braving the cold weather with a grin, I have
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Christmas is fast approaching and if you’re still trying to find that perfect gift for a friend or family member, there’s one place you need to check out! CardSwap is a company I’ve loved for a long time because it lets me buy gift cards to favourite stores and earn rewards when doing so. Even
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Due to the nature of my job, I have to travel fairly often and while I am sometimes able to take my boys with me, other times I have to leave them with family while I’m away. I know that they have a great time while I’m gone, but I also know they miss some
I love listening to music on my phone, but finding a convenient way to share it with others isn’t always so easy. And now that Christmas is coming up, I’m even more motivated to find a way to blast some music; it is Christmas carol season after all! The LuguLake Bluetooth Speaker Stand looked like
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As soon as we get close to the end of the year, I start planning my goals for the New Year ahead. While I don’t exactly make New Year’s Resolutions, I do set a list of goals for myself that I plan to accomplish in the coming months. This year, keeping my home and business
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Eco-friendly is a word that I think about a lot when it comes to things like food or cleaning products. But I must admit it’s not a word I’ve thought about much when it comes to personal care items like the bamboo products from Ecoy, or when it comes to fashion accessories. So, when I
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Living in a house that doesn’t have much carpet, but that has three different levels to clean, vacuuming is a chore that I don’t enjoy very much. Lugging the vacuum up and down the stairs, plugging it in, unplugging it, moving it again…by the time I’ve finished vacuuming the small amount of carpet my house
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If there’s one company that immediately springs to mind when it comes to holiday shopping for kids, it’s Mattel. Boys, girls, toddlers and tweens can all find a favourite toy among Mattel’s incredible collection. In fact, my oldest son once went through a Hot Wheels phase that lasted for years and even had me hunting
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It’s almost time for holiday celebrations and that means for many families, holiday visiting! I love having my family come to visit but it does mean that the house needs some extra preparation. But this year, P&G Canada is here to help with some helpful tips and ideas for making any home feel hotel-luxurious for
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One of the most frustrating things about headphones and earbuds is that the connector often breaks before the headphones themselves do. In fact, on a recent plane trip I had to hold the connector of my favourite pair of earbuds into the outlet through my entire flight because it wasn’t registering otherwise. That’s why when
I’ve always felt that one of the best ways to live a healthier lifestyle is to make simple, sensible food choices rather than obsessing about the exact amount of calories and fat in certain foods. Natural, organic food is always a good choice for fuelling the body and that’s why I love discovering the newest
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Shopping for gifts for infants can be tricky because they grown and change so fast. When I pick out a toy, I want it to be fun for a little one right away, but I also want it to be useful for more than just a few months. Fisher-Price has always done a great job
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If there’s one thing I’ve gained a lot of experience with in the last few years, it’s home renovations. And painting always seems to be a big part of that. Since buying the house in which I was raised, almost every room has been renovated and painted. The kitchen, bathroom, living room and both boys’
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It takes a special combination of elements for a toy to really appeal to a toddler. Bright colours, music, lights and plenty of interactive pieces help to keep little ones entertained for hours at a time and VTech has been an expert at creating toys that fit those requirements for a long time now. This
If there’s one time of the year that’s hard to stay organized, it’s the holidays. Between stocking up on festive food, shopping for gifts and taking advantage of some of the awesome deals available, shopping during the holidays is lots of fun, but it can also be pretty frantic! This year, the YP ShopWise app
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I am a sucker for stylish kitchen décor and I especially love pieces that have a vibrant and unique design. I find that by combining colourful accessories with my more classic white plates, I can create an original table look that stands out and lets me express my individuality. That’s why I fell in love
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The holidays are fast approaching and with so many of my family members being almost as technologically connected as I am, there’s one gift that I always know will be well received: a good set of headphones. I know personally I often struggle to find a pair of headphones I really like so coming across
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I didn’t wear makeup very often in my younger years, and when I did I wasn’t very good at applying it. But over the last five years or so I’ve found a few products that I absolutely love for the way they enhance my features while still looking natural. I’ve officially become a cosmetics convert,
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It may only be early November, but I’m already dreaming of a white Christmas. While I always get tired of the snow before winter is over, the first few magical days of seeing the ground covered in fluffy white flakes just feel magical to me. And of course, it just wouldn’t be Christmas without snowy
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For a Christmas gift that really gets kids excited, there’s just nothing better than a remote-controlled device. Last year, the Sphero took the holidays by storm with its innovative app-controlled design that let users control the toy’s movements with their smartphone. This year Orbotix, the company that created the Sphero, is at it again with
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There are a few dinners that I can always be sure my boys will eat and Old El Paso tacos are a meal choice that Zackary and Benjamin always devour. They would happily eat tacos every day if I let them, but I like a little more variety in my meals. And while I enjoy
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