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Help Kids Stay Fit with the T-Fal ActiFry and Healthy Cooking for Healthy Kids Program

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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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Try the P&G Best New Product Award Winners and Put the Best to the Test

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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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Keep Your Bathroom Fresh Easily with New Lysol Click gel Toilet Bowl Cleaner

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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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Lose Postpartum Weight Safely with FitTea #PostnatalFatburner Herbal Supplement-Giveaway

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When I gave birth to my oldest son, I had plenty of energy throughout the pregnancy and my body bounced back from the experience quite quickly. I was one of those women that walked out of the hospital in her pre-pregnancy jeans, and with the extra calories I burned breastfeeding I was soon in even

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Teach Kids to Give Back with These 3 Easy Tips-Giveaway #CleanWater #PGMom

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If there’s one life lesson that I want to be sure to teach my boys, it’s that little actions can end up having a big impact on our communities and on the world. Last year, P&G and Walmart partnered to demonstrate that fact with the Clean Water campaign. For each participating P&G product purchased at

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Keep Tackling New Year’s Goals with Products from Church & Dwight-Giveaway

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The New Year’s countdown might feel like it was ages ago, but that’s no excuse to step away from your goals and give up on your mission to bigger and better things! Continue to make this the year you overcome challenges, achieve the unexpected and build new relationships…or renew old ones! Personally, I’ve decided that

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Keep in Touch When You Travel with Que Smartphones and Travel Plans from Roam Mobility-Giveaway

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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

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Everyone Should Try These 7 Unique Experiences at Universal Orlando Resort

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While there is plenty to do in Orlando, Florida, there are a few destinations that are special favourites with visitors and one of those is Universal Orlando Resort. Movie fans are sure to fall in love with the parks immediately, and the rides will put smiles on the faces of any thrill-seeker. If you’re heading

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Let Pantene, COVERGIRL and Crest Glam Your Look for Valentine’s Day Date Night

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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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Surprise Your Kids with Easy Heart-Healthy Valentine’s Day Snacks

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When I was younger, we usually got one or two treats at most on Valentine’s Day. In the morning, we had a special breakfast of heart-shaped Jell-O. Since it was a once-a-year treat we were always very excited about digging into the red jiggling hearts. Later that day, we each received a small heart-shaped box

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an Italpasta Red Wine Spaghetti Recipe

209 Comments / Main Dishes, Recipes /

Since I love to cook, making a delicious meal for Valentine’s Day is something I really enjoy. And even though I’ll be going out for Valentine’s Day dinner this year, the fact the celebration falls on a weekend means that I can still whip up something delicious and romantic on either Friday or Sunday instead.

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Nourish Your Hair with New Live Clean Coconut Milk Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner-Giveaway

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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

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Share Your Helzberg Hints for a Chance to Win Diamond Surprises this Valentine’s Day

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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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Warm Up This Winter with an Easy Vegetarian Spinach Lentil Vegetable Soup Recipe

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If there’s one meal that I absolutely adore, it’s soup. I’m a bit of a soup addict and whether it’s a thick and hearty chowder or a light vegetable-filled broth, I simply can’t get enough of it. There are some varieties of canned soup that I quite enjoy but to really satisfy my craving for

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Downy Softness and Great Fashion Will Make You Want To Rip Your Clothes On This Winter

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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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Top 5 Tax Benefits for Canadian Families Filing an Income Tax Return from TurboTax

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Filing taxes is something that I’ve always done myself, and to be honest I really rather enjoy it. While it does take a lot of work, it’s also a chance for me to see how well I’ve done financially in the previous year and how my business has continued to grow. But one of the

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Protect Valuables from Theft, Fire and Flood with the SentrySafe Alarm Safe-Giveaway

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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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Three Tips for Keeping Children Safe Through Life’s Seasons and Stages

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One of the things that always amazes me about being a parent is how many different stages my boys have already gone through. From the helpless days of infancy to the days of testing their independence, it’s no small job keeping them safe sometimes! While I haven’t been through every life stage and season yet,

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Kids and Parents Will Both Love New Kids Gourmet Slammers SuperFood Snacks-Giveaway

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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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Give Your Bathroom a Quick Makeover with an American Standard Speed Connect Faucet-Giveaway

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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

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Even Santa’s Christmas Runs Smoother with Help from Canadian Tire #CTSavesSanta

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There’s no way around it, especially for a parent…holiday shopping can be stressful! Whether it’s finding the exclusive toy your child has been dreaming about for weeks or shopping for that one person on your list that has everything, Christmas can sometimes take its toll amidst all the fun! But for more than ninety years

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Surprise Your Loved Ones with Last-Minute Homemade Feel Good Holiday Treats from Nature’s Path

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Christmas is pretty much here and if you’re looking for a last-minute gift, Nature’s Path has some easy gift recipes that are sure to delight! Featuring Nature’s Path Love Crunch – Gingerbread, these treats are quick, festive and delicious. Even better, some are vegan, making them a great choice for those with dietary restrictions! Even

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Giving TOMS this Christmas Helps Give Essentials to Those in Need

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Between kids clamouring for presents, parents rushing around to special events and all the other hustle and bustle that the holidays bring, it can sometimes be easy to forget that so many people are wishing for nothing more than a hot meal or a warm coat for Christmas. But Christmas is, above all else, a

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The Martello Café Stilista Primeo System is the Perfect Christmas Gift for Coffee Fans

253 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Men, Women /

It’s no secret how much I love coffee, and up until now I thought I’d tried just about every possible way to brew up the perfect cup. But making a really good espresso is one of those things that I’d just never managed to master. Traditional espresso machines are so hard to operate, and capsule

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Make Your Holidays Sweeter with the Free Pure Via Tune in to Pure Recipe and Song Book Featuring Jewel

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There’s nothing sweeter than the holidays and this Christmas Pure Via wants to help you enjoy those simple pleasures that make life so sweet in a very special way! I’m already a huge fan of Pure Via since this naturally sourced sweetener made from Stevia lets me bake up tasty holiday treats without adding extra

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Get Ready for Holiday Party Season with Beauty and Grooming Essentials from P&G-Giveaway #PGMom

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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

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Surprise Your Disney Frozen Fan with Amazing Holiday Gifts from Showcase

60 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children /

Gifts from the hit Disney movie Frozen have been one of the hottest trends of the holidays this year and if you’re still looking for that perfect Frozen toy for your little fan, Showcase has you covered with Canada’s largest selection of Frozen merchandise! These are my personal top four favourite Disney Frozen toys available

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Give the Gift of Classic Fun with Rubik’s Cubes and Pro Packs

154 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Reviews, Tweens and Teens /

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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Canadian Tire is Spreading Joy to Children’s Hospitals Across Canada

223 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide /

Christmas is the season of giving, but it’s also the season of giving back and this year Canadian Tire has embraced that spirit in a very special way: by bringing holiday cheer to children that aren’t able to spend the season enjoying festive activities with friends and family. The company recently decorated nine children’s hospitals

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Kids Sleep Better with the Cloud B Charley the Chameleon Toy-Giveaway

125 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children, Reviews /

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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Give Your Kids the Gift of Creativity with Kiwi Crate Subscription Boxes

56 Comments / Coupon Code, Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children, Reviews, Tweens and Teens /

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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Warmest Wishes for a Winter-ific Season from Gravol and Rub A535!

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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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Do Your Christmas Shopping in Style with the Showcase Holiday Gift Guide

31 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children, Men, Women /

If you’re struggling to get started on your holiday shopping this year, there’s one destination that can take you from start to finish no matter who’s on your shopping list. Showcase has identified the top ten gift-giving trends for 2014 and there really is something on here for everyone! Here are the ten most coveted

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Treat Yourself to Holiday Relaxation with New Hidden Object Adventures from Big Fish Games

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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

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Prepare to Be Dazzled at the Cirque du Soleil Dralion Performance Coming to Regina December 10

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There’s simply nothing better than a Cirque du Soleil performance and in just a few days, the hit show Dralion is coming to Regina! One of the show’s jugglers, Vladimir Pestov, was recently at Queen Victoria Estates seniors’ home to share a sneak peek of some of the dazzling acts that can be expected. The

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Kids Can Listen to Their Favourite Books Again and Again with the Sparkup Magical Book Reader-Giveaway

109 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children, Reviews /

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

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Brighten Your Holidays with this Simple Black Forest Oreo Mini Cheesecakes Recipe

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It’s no secret that I love all things cheese and because that applies to dessert too, I am a huge cream cheese fan. Since Kraft unveiled the new Philadelphia Chocolate Brick Cream Cheese last month, I’ve been having a blast using it to create decadent treats like these Double Chocolate Oreo Cookie Balls. But when

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Fashion is Eco-Friendly with the Stylish Bags and Purses from Canopy Verde

134 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Reviews, Women /

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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Support Healthy Blood Sugar Levels with Natural Products from Orange Naturals

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November is World Diabetes Month and even though nobody in our immediate family suffers from diabetes, my boys do have a history of it in their family and it really makes me think about what they’re eating each day. With so much sugar in the food that we eat, making sure that my boys aren’t

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Revolutionize the Way You Clean with the Hoover Air Cordless Vacuum-Giveaway

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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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Find the Perfect Gift for Kids of All Ages on the Mattel Holiday Toys Website

112 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children, Reviews /

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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Celebrate the Holidays with Exclusive New Toys from Build-a-Bear Workshop-Giveaway

216 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children /

In this house, it’s just not the holidays without at least one or two new fun-filled toys from Build-A-Bear Workshop! Whether we’re choosing a special stuffie for one of the cousins or I’m treating the boys to a new cuddly friend, Build-A-Bear has been a part of our Christmas for years now. And this year

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Cut the Cord and Enjoy Your Music with Jabra Step Wireless Bluetooth Stereo Earbuds-Giveaway

203 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Reviews, Tweens and Teens /

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

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Check Out These 4 Must-Visit Family Attractions in Calgary, Alberta

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Calgary, Alberta is a fun-filled city with plenty of entertainment. And it’s also one of the top family destinations in Canada. There are all kinds of family-friendly activities available in the city but if you’re looking for some sure-to-please activities, these four Calgary attractions are ones that you have to experience. Calgary Zoo School-aged children

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Toddlers Love Learning with the VTech Go! Go! Smart Animals Zoo Explorer Playset-Giveaway

212 Comments / Holiday Gift Guide, Infants and Children, Reviews /

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

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Add Colour to Your Kitchen with Denby Monsoon Dinnerware and Kitchen Decor

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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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Watch How to Train Your Dragon 2 and Let Kids Have Fun with Downloadable Activity Sheets Too-Giveaway

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There aren’t many children that don’t love the hit DreamWorks movie How to Train Your Dragon, and now the fun is continuing on Blu-ray and DVD with How to Train Your Dragon 2! If your kids haven’t seen the newest adventures of Hiccup and Toothless, you’ll want to pick up a copy of the movie

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The New #TOMSforTarget Collection Supports Those in Need this Holiday Season

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There’s nothing that makes me happier than when two brands I love team up to create positive change in the world. And this week, that’s exactly what’s happening at Target Canada this week thanks to a fabulous new partnership with TOMS footwear! I’ve always loved TOMS’ dedication to providing a pair of shoes to a

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