One of my favourite memories from my young adult years was relaxing in a dorm room with my best friend Sarah as we chatted, watched movies and cooked up yummy treats. It was a completely new experience to me, since I’d always lived in a house with a yard before. But great décor and some […]
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I’ve always found that summer seems to fly by, but this year that’s been even more true than usual! Since we sold our house at the end of July, packing and moving took up the first half of the season. And now, before I could blink, it’s almost time to start school again! With all
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There are just a few more weeks of summer left and if you’re looking for a way to make the most of it, then consider taking off on a last-minute weekend getaway. Whether you favour a trip to the beach or decide to explore that local Bed & Breakfast that you’ve heard about, even a
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One of the worst things about a minor ailment is often the hassle involved in getting treatment. Mild medical conditions like acne or seasonal allergies likely won’t cause any harm if left untreated, but they are incredibly frustrating at their worst and can certainly make comfortable day-to-day living much harder! Unfortunately, finding solutions often involves
Summer and indulgence just go together, especially when it comes to getting dressed up and heading out for some fun! Whether you prefer stretching out to relax on the beach or heading off for a few cocktails with friends, beautifying in preparation for a little indulgence is part of the fun! That’s why Church &
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It’s less than a month until the new school year starts and if you’re stocking up on school supplies, you’ll want to consider adding the Master Lock 5900D SafeSpace portable safe to your shopping list! It’s a great way to help students keep their valuables secure whether the items are in a desk or a
I didn’t realize until we started packing up to move out of our house just how much unneeded items my boys and I had accumulated. From toys to clothes to dishware, I found so much that just wasn’t being used anymore and so wasn’t needed. But I knew that some of our items might be
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If there’s one thing that makes using a sippy cup even more fun, it’s having the cup adorned with a favourite character. That’s why little ones love the new Playtex PlayTime cups featuring Batman and Robin, Thomas & Friends, Superman and My Little Pony! With a Twist ‘n Click Leak-Proof Seal, the cups are perfect
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I love almost everything about summer, but it does cause some extra challenges when it comes to keeping my kids healthy and happy. Days spend outdoors are fun but they result in plenty of bug bites, bruises and scrapes as well! This year, I’ve been turning to products from Orange Naturals to help treat my
I’m a huge fan of garage sales and in a small town, there are a lot of them. In fact, one of my favourite summer activities is cruising around town looking for deals at local garage sales. I especially like looking for kids’ toys and over the years, I’ve found some great ones! Since my
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After such a long cold winter, summer is finally here! In fact, in Saskatchewan we’re in the middle of a heat wave that’s been going on for almost a month. And believe me, in a province that sometimes has snow on the ground for a full nine months, I am not complaining! The warm weather
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This post is sponsored by RANA. Opinions expressed belong to Mommy Kat and Kids and are NOT influenced in any way. View full terms and policies for more information. Anyone that’s ever lived with a person that snores knows just how frustrating it can be. After a long day, there’s nothing more blissful than crawling
My parents separated when I was quite young, and after my dad remarried I didn’t see him very often throughout the year. But one day that my siblings and I always spent with our dad was Father’s Day, and it was always a day we enjoyed. Thinking about how much I’ve grown since those early
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I’ve always had a hard time shopping for my dad. He never requests a specific gift and being over eighty, he seems to have everything he wants already. To top it off, his reaction to any gift is pretty mellow so even when I’m sure I’ve found something that he’ll love, it’s hard to know
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When I visited the P&G factory in Cincinnati, one of the highlights of my trip was visiting the P&G Heritage Centre and learning more about the history of the company. When the husbands of two sisters decided to join forces and create Proctor and Gamble, nobody could have predicted the empire that would result. But
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I’ve always had a tendency to go a bit overboard when it comes to my boys’ birthday parties. It’s partly because I like choosing a theme and seeing what kind of creative ideas I can tie to it. It’s partly because I love seeing how impressed kids are with the food, games and decorations. But
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Getting married is one of the biggest events in life, with the big day alone often taking months of planning. But staying safe and secure during all the important marriage and newlywed moments is something that doesn’t occur to many couples. Master Lock has some great tips and products to help ensure that happy couples
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Despite the occasional cold or stuffy nose, my boys and I tend to be pretty healthy and I’m very happy about that. Considering the fact that the last time our family had to visit the emergency room, the wait was over six hours, it’s not an experience I enjoy. And most of the time, going
I do my best to feed my family healthy and nourishing meals and for the most part, I think I do a pretty good job. But sometimes deciding which foods are the best choices is tricky. I try to always glance at food labels and check the amount of sugar, protein, fibre or other nutrients
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Shoppers Optimum Points have been one of the most popular loyalty programs in Canada for years now. And for a limited time, a fabulous partnership between Shoppers Drug Mart and P&G is giving you a new way to earn even more Shoppers Optimum Points! Until May 22, 2015, purchase select brands at Shoppers Drug Mart,
With Mother’s Day just having passed, moms around Canada finally had the chance to kick back and enjoy some much-needed rest and relaxation. And having recharged a bit myself, I’ve realized that moms have a very common tendency of putting themselves last. But when it comes to being a parent, taking care of ourselves means
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Every Mother’s Day, a select group of Hollywood’s most popular moms gets a fabulous gift basket created by the L.A. based marketing firm Distinctive Assets. Packed with the hottest designer items for both mom and baby, it’s always exciting seeing which brands make their way into the gift basket each year! This year celebrity moms
Over the last few years, with a lot of work, I’ve managed to build up my savings quite a bit. Initially, I kept all the money in a basic savings account at my regular bank. I didn’t even realize how foolish that was until a friend suggested I look into banks that paid a higher
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There’s so much to love about spring, but one of my all-time favourite things about the season is the return of fresh, local spring produce. From tart stalks of rhubarb to locally grown asparagus, there are so many delicious flavours to enjoy in the spring! However, I’ve recently learned that keeping that delicious fresh produce
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Last week I shared an easy and fun kitchen organization project I created using nothing but my HP Stream 11 laptop, labels printed on my HP Envy 5530 printer and some cute mason jars. I loved the way these simple labels not only helped me organize my kitchen but also added some personality to my
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As much as I’m enjoying Saskatchewan’s unseasonably warm weather this spring, I’m not enjoying the early onset of our seasonal allergies that comes along with the sunshine and green grass! I’ve mentioned before that I tend to favour natural solutions for allergies and so this year, in addition to some other techniques, I’m treating my
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April is National Oral Health Month and as most people know, oral health is a topic I’m pretty passionate about! As if dealing with my own problem teeth wasn’t motivation enough, having both of my boys undergo dental surgery as a result of childhood caries made me especially dedicated to keeping their teeth strong and
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Getting ready to tackle spring cleaning can be discouraging, especially if you’ve got a lot to clean up and declutter. But this year, Church & Dwight has some ideas to help make the process easier! Here are four tips that will help you breeze through your spring cleaning! Tip #1: Call in extra troops Fighting
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The sun is shining, the snow is gone and warm breezes are blowing…there’s not much doubt about it; spring is finally here! And while I wish that meant nothing more than outdoor fun and games, it also means it’s time to get my house organized! This year, HP Canada helped me tackle the goal of
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One of the things I love about having kids is getting a glimpse into the way their minds work. When my oldest son was about four years old, he created an imaginary friend named Tixer. Tixer, Zackary told me, was a ghost from the olden days that had come to live with us. Tixer was
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Even though every parent knows that keeping babies properly secured in a car seat is important, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that three out of every four car seats are installed incorrectly. I know that I often wondered if I had properly secured my boys’ seats in the car, and also questioned when
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Every year since I was in my early teens, I’ve had mild seasonal allergy issues. But though I refer to my allergies as mild, the truth is that I only use that term because my symptoms are fairly infrequent. I may just have three or four really bad instances of sneezing, stuffiness and itchy eyes
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The deadline for filing income tax is almost here and if you still haven’t filed, TurboTax Canada is the quickest and easiest way to ensure that you get the job done on time. There are plenty of benefits that Canadian families can claim and often, those benefits are specific to certain provinces. Make sure you
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Even though paying income tax is a pain for many people, the taxes we pay are what allow us to live such a comfortable life and that’s a privilege many don’t have! But there’s no question that it can be frustrating filing all that paperwork and potentially paying a large amount of money owed too.
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My boys have a week off for Easter Break shortly and I have to say that I’m a little bit torn between putting together a fun little family getaway or just staying close to home. But no matter which choice I make, planning is key. That’s why when I’m deciding between a vacation and a
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Even though I love a sweet treat as much as anyone, I can’t help but feel like kids get far too much chocolate and candy during most holidays. And with Easter quickly approaching, the store shelves filled with hollow chocolate bunnies and marshmallow-filled eggs already have me picturing just how much unhealthy food my boys
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Spring cleaning is not something that I normally enjoy very much, but this year is definitely an exception to that! I’m preparing for a move to Ontario sometime after the summer and that means that not only do I need to do a lot of purging and packing, I also have to ensure that my
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There’s nothing like spring to bring out my inner creativity, and this year I had the chance to really show off my springtime style with a fun trash to treasure spring makeover project! Giving an outdated item new life is something I’ve always enjoyed, both because it saves money and because it lets me put
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Many families across Canada are celebrating March Break this week, a time to celebrate the end of winter and head off on an adventure! My boys and I are no strangers to travel but even so, keeping healthy on the road can sometimes be a challenge. Both boys occasionally have stomach troubles when they’re sampling
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Low self-esteem is something that I understand pretty well. I went through a very awkward phase in my early teens and it wasn’t until my mid-twenties that I embraced my self-worth and became the confident woman I am today. I have to admit that when I gave birth to my two boys, I hoped that
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March Break kicks off for many today and if you’ve got fun plans for the coming week, make sure to include AIR MILES Reward Miles in your plans! There are so many great ways to earn AIR MILES whether you’re taking a vacation or enjoying some fun times at home. These are my top three
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Even though the long winter is finally reaching its end, there are still some cold days left before families can run and play outside. Since so many of us are trapped indoors, it’s a great time to cuddle up and spend some extra time with a beloved cat! Sadly, according to the Ontario SPCA, nearly
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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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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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I am one of those odd people that loves tax season, and this year is no exception. I’ve always done my taxes myself and enjoy both the challenge of the process and the chance to see how well I’ve done in the year. There are all kinds of life events that can make a difference
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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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Tax time is in full swing here in Canada, and that means that it’s time to organize paperwork and start filling out forms to ensure the maximum possible refund, or the minimum possible payment! This year I’ll be using TurboTax to help me file online and I’m so excited to finally see for myself how
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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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Even though I’m at a fairly good weight for my size, I’ve known for some time that I really need to implement a proper fitness routine. In the past, when my weight started to creep up or I started to feel heavy and low on energy, I’ve invariably turned to diet changes to correct the
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Growing older is a fact of life, but it does create new challenges too, especially where safety is concerned. Even something as simple as a short walk to get the mail can be hazardous for a senior that has minor mobility issues. And a house that’s perfectly functional in early years may need modifications to
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I have to admit that I have a bit of a hoarding tendency. To me, objects are memories and whether I’m looking at the grotesque clay mask I made in art class in Grade 7 or the railroad spike I found while crossing the old trestle with a group of friends in Grade 9, seeing
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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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While I know how easy it is to get off track when tackling a new challenge, I was surprised to learn that most New Year’s Resolutions don’t last beyond the end of the month. Sticking with a new goal can be hard but this year, Church & Dwight has a few tips to help make
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While I don’t usually make specific New Year’s Resolutions, January for me has always been a time to reflect on the successes of the past year and make new goals for the year ahead. This year, there are a few different aspects of my life that I aim to improve and one of those is
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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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If there’s one thing that people love it’s a nutritious, filling snack that ticks all of the boxes. From lunches, desserts and tasty treats all the way to beverages and more, staying on top of snack time can be a hard task to tackle. Luckily, with so many options available at local grocery stores, supermarkets
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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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Running a website, it goes without saying that I’m on my phone a lot. But if ever there was a time to put down the phone and focus on the present, it’s during the holidays. And this year my amazing phone company TELUS challenged me and a few of my friends to put down our
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As much fun as the holiday season is for families, it can also be stressful and not just for adults. I’ve noticed that for the last week or so my boys have had shorter tempers than usual as they prepare for Christmas concerts at school, rush around to their final activities before the holiday break
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Recently I had the chance to enjoy a holiday movie extravaganza with my boys thanks to Staples Canada. The company sent us a holiday movie kit that contained a variety of fun items including a Roku 3 Streaming Media Player so that we could use our favourite online services to enjoy all the movies we
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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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With winter weather here, it’s time to make sure that your car is ready for the snow. I have to admit that aside from changing the oil, I used to often forget that I needed to do anything to be ready for winter driving. But then I learned that it really just takes a few
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When we first got our cat, Racer, I wasn’t too enthusiastic about adding a pet to our home. I had enough to handle with a preschooler and a newborn in the house and didn’t want to have to worry about feeding and caring for anyone else. But within a few months, I couldn’t imagine life
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November is Financial Literacy Month and on November 4, 2014, Gail Vaz-Oxlade, a woman that has made it her mission to educate Canadians on Financial Literacy, hosted the first ever Use Your Common Cents Day. The event was designed to empower Canadians to use their common sense when it comes to everyday spending and save
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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
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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If there’s one thing that I’ve struggled with as a parent, it’s setting reasonable chores for my boys. I’m not a fan of cleaning so it’s taken me years just to be able to set a reasonable schedule for myself, never mind monitoring anybody else! But, at the same time, I know my boys are
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Once the holidays roll around, it’s easy to get caught up in the fun of creating a wish list of gifts that you dream of receiving. But for a truly enjoyable holiday season, making sure your Holiday Safety Wish List is checked off is a much more important task! Keep your home, possessions and loved
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One of my favourite things about the holiday season is watching holiday movies and there are so many to choose from! While I can watch almost any holiday movie and enjoy it, I do have a few special favourites and so do my boys. Zackary loves the silliness and high energy of Jingle All The
Friendly, fashion-forward and just a little freaky…that’s the best way to describe the ghoulfriends of Monster High! These quirky characters are a huge hit with school-aged girls and now the Monster High crew is enjoying new adventures in the recently released movie Monster High Freaky Fusion! Here’s a brief synopsis of the movie: During the
Calling all ghosts, ghouls and goblins! This All Hallows’ Eve, while wicked witches are brewing their cauldrons and zombies are creeping through the night, we suspect that you and your kids will be chanting “trick or treat!” With all the candy enjoyed this Halloween, it’s important to take care of those pearly whites. Luckily with
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Reading Eggs provides a comprehensive range of online reading lessons and e-books that teach kids ages 3-13 the literacy skills needed for a lifetime of reading success. Over 90% of parents using Reading Eggs report a noticeable improvement in their child’s reading skills because the program makes learning phonics and basic reading skills fun. Your
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The incredibly popular new animated feature Mr. Peabody & Sherman is available today on Blu-ray and DVD, and 20th Century Fox is in the mood to celebrate! So what’s the best way to enjoy the release of this fun-filled movie with your kids? With some Mr. Peabody & Sherman activity sheets of course!
I still remember how shocked I was the first time I learned that Canadians throw out an average of 13% of the groceries they purchase. I was only a teenager at the time and the thought of all that wasted food was incomprehensible to me. But as an adult, I’ve experienced firsthand how easy it
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For the last few years, I’ve slowly been updating my century-old house and it is no small job. Walls have been replaced, new flooring has been put down, wiring has sometimes needed work…the process has sometimes seemed endless but bit by bit the house is looking better and better. And while some of the work
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There are few feelings more horrible than being the victim of a crime, even when it’s a fairly minor one. Living in a small town means that for the most part, I’ve been protected from that feeling but even in a more rural area there is still a need for crime prevention. In fact, my
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With both my boys in school for full days this year, we’ve embraced the back-to-school routine pretty happily. My oldest, between extra-curricular activities and playing with friends, is often out of the house more than he is in it during the week. And my youngest, despite some worries on my part, absolutely loves Kindergarten and
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If there’s something that makes a regular day extra special for parents and kids alike, it’s going out for a nice dinner. And when I want to treat my boys to a night out, Boston Pizza is our favourite destination. I love the variety of pizza, pasta and burgers available and the boys love choosing
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Fall for our family is a return to routine, from full school days to extra-curricular activities, but it is also a time to clean and organize my home for the coming months. There are a few different jobs I schedule for the fall and this year, preparing for cold weather will be even easier with
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Living in Saskatchewan, it goes without saying that tailgating is a big thing when football season kicks off. And recently I had the chance to visit the Regina Farmer’s Market and see how Ford Canada is helping to turn tailgating into an eco-friendly experience with the help of the 2014 Ford C-MAX Hybrid. While the
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I still remember when I got my first smartphone. It was an HP Palm Pre 2 and while it had a lot of cool features, it didn’t have the large app library and added functionality that iPhone and Android products offered. Still, I used the phone for all kinds of different notes, sharing and schedules
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A few weeks ago I shared some of the character traits that make me a Savvy Spender. Whether I’m buying or selling, it’s all about minimizing expense and maximizing profits for me! And that’s why I fell in love with UsedRegina.com as soon as I discovered it. There are so many things that make shopping
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With school almost back in session, having the latest tech gear to help stay connected can make life easier for parents and kids both. And this year Samsung has the perfect back-to-school solution for any family with the Samsung Galaxy Tab4 tablet! This tablet features a vivid WXGA display with a 16:10 screen ratio that
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Every once in a while I get the chance to attend an amazing event right here in my home province of Saskatchewan and it just so happens that today is one of those days. Because Katy Perry is coming to the Credit Union Centre in Saskatoon on August 28, 2014 at 7pm CST and I’ll
Pantene has always been a company that believes in women and recently Pantene has been on a mission to inspire women everywhere to embrace their inner strength with the #ShineStrong movement. The movement and the message are summed up in the new Pantene commercial! As part of the campaign, I took part in the fun
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There are all kinds of different issues that can occur when a person decides to have a baby and right now, the options for couples that are having trouble conceiving are fairly limited. Various herbal supplements and dietary changes are sometimes thought to help, but there isn’t much solid evidence as to their effectiveness. And
It’s almost time for my boys to head back to school and that means that I want to make sure our family is all feeling healthy and energized for the days ahead. From back-to-school shopping to those first long days of classes, there’s no more important time to ensure that we’re eating right, getting lots
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If there’s one thing that I love, it’s saving money. And one of my favourite ways to do that is to buy and sell secondhand items. There are all kinds of ways to find the perfect BIG deal, and when it comes to finding fab deals, I fit the profile of Savvy Spender perfectly. Buy
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Your children are the most important part of your life, and keeping them as safe as possible is a constant in any parents’ day-to-day routine. Your house is the place thought to be the safest for your precious bundles, but in fact, homes can be filled with more potential hazards than the outdoors. And a
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Clean water is something we often take for granted here in Canada, but considering a lack of clean water causes more deaths that AIDS and malaria combined in developing countries, we really should be thinking a lot more about how lucky we are to have safe water to drink. A few months ago I shared
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Whether they’re toddlers, mid-size models or teen versions, kids and swimming pools go together like milk and cookies. Regardless of the ages of your kids, you can ensure that everyone stays safe in and around your pool all season long. Read on for common sense tips that will maintain a safe environment for everyone who
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Get ready to shake your tail feathers! Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment takes you deep into the Brazilian Amazon Rainforest for the most fun you’ll have all summer, as Rio 2 debuts on 3D Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD. Just in time for summer vacation, this hilarious family adventure will samba its way into your home
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It took me a few years and a lot of tough lessons, but at 33 I have become a fairly efficient money manager. Planning for the future and striving for financial independence is such an important part of being an adult, and while there are all kinds of ways to do that, they don’t all
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It’s been awhile since I shared one of my favourite comics from Webdonuts creator Mike Gruhn, but he had me laughing out loud with this one so I just had to post it!
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Getting all the essential nutrients in a day can be a challenge for anyone, and when you’re a parent of a picky eater, the challenge becomes even greater. I try my best to make sure that my boys are getting the vitamins and minerals they need for good health but when I can do that
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Summer vacation may have just begun, but I like to get prepared for the next school year early so that I can enjoy the summer stress-free. For me, part of back-to-school preparation means helping my boys keep their gear safe at school and fortunately, with a little help from Master Lock, that’s no problem at
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When I want to know absolutely anything, I fire up my laptop and search the Internet for an answer. Whether I’m looking for a cute new spring outfit or I want to find a substitution for semolina flour, I know that I’ll be able to find what I need online somewhere. But it never occurred
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We are lucky to live in a country that’s full of opportunities, and as a parent, I’ve seen firsthand how many different options I have when it comes to helping my children grow and develop. But all that choice can be overwhelming too as I struggle to decide what opportunities are worth the investment of
With school almost out and lazy summer days quickly approaching, there is only one thought at the forefront of my mind right now…enjoying plenty of barbequed treats and summer meals out in the sun! But first, a little cleaning and preparation can help ensure that your family get-together is fun for everyone. Break out the
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Growing up in small-town Saskatchewan, one of my earliest memories was driving down gravel roads in my dad’s old Ford truck. He had an acreage on the edge of the Qu’Appelle valley and there were times we’d go driving on roads that were little more than tracks in the grass. On the top of the
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