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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A garage is convenient for many reasons. If you have a garage, you don’t have to scrape your car in the icy, snowy winter months. A garage also offers a safe place to store your belongings. However, building a garage may not be the most practical or attainable option for you. Surprisingly, it may not
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Father’s Day is just over a week away and for a gift that Dad is sure to love, you can’t go wrong shopping at Home Depot! My own dad is a handy type and so even when I was younger, I knew that he’d appreciate some new tools to use around the house. And as
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Since I’m lucky enough to live in a house with a big backyard, one of my favourite summer activities is gardening. While some women tend to favour flowers, I’ve always preferred practical plants and so gardening for me involves starting and growing fresh vegetables and herbs to feed my family through the sunny summer months.
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For many sports fans, hockey is a way of life. Express your love for your favourite Canadian NHL team by displaying your pride in the very windows of your home. Whether you are a fan of the Toronto Maple Leafs, the Vancouver Canucks or the Calgary Flames, there are countless customized roller shade options available
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I’ve always felt that June is a good month for checking basic home security before the bustle of summer begins, and I’m clearly not the only one that feels that way since June is both National Safety Month and Home Safety Month. Personally, I like to take advantage of the warmer weather to check the
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Maybe it’s because I live in a province that’s known for harsh winter weather, but as far as I’m concerned, there is nothing more wonderful than being outside once warm weather has arrived in Saskatchewan. In fact, for the last two weekends I’ve been in the back yard relaxing in a lawn chair reading almost
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With spring here at last, the time has come to do some spring cleaning and this year, Church & Dwight is here to help! From laundry to dishes and bathroom to living room, the company has all kinds of products perfect for powering through your spring cleaning routine! I have to admit that one of
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When I was a child, I was never quite sure what I wanted to be when I grew up. Or rather, I always knew what I wanted to be, but my decision changed with each passing week. Back then I was sure, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that I could be absolutely anything I
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After a long winter and an even longer wait for warmer weather, Saskatchewan is finally starting to get some of that sweet sunshine that I love so much and that means it’s time to head outside! I love being able to get outdoors again, but after a long winter indoors, I do sometimes flounder when
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I still remember how exciting it was for me when my boys started learning to pedal a tricycle, but it was also a long process, especially since in the beginning I had to be bent down behind the tricycle pushing it to help my boys figure out how to use it! At the time, I
Despite the fact that my mother and father were both lawyers and often worked long hours with minimal free time, neither one of them ever really embraced the concept of “convenience food.” I think it was partly a result of my mom being born in Europe and raised with a more European upbringing and partly
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Jason Priestley may be best known for his role as teen heartthrob Brandon Walsh, but these days he has plenty of other work keeping him busy. From his guest appearance on Package Deal to directing his first full-length feature to publishing his memoir, there’s always a lot on the Vancouver-born actor’s plate. Even so, he
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The tax deadline is drawing near, people are filing their paperwork and for many, tax season means a refund cheque coming in the mail! It can be tempting to take that money and use it to buy a much-coveted item like that new flat-screen television, but I’ve found that one of the most beneficial moves
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I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser. I have incredibly soft skin and it’s something that I want to maintain for as long as possible. So I’m quite proactive about making sure that
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Mommy Kat and Kids wanted to thank all of our awesome fans, so we decided to partner up with a whole bunch of different bloggers and businesses for a Playstation 4 giveaway! I know how many families would love to have a Playstation for themselves and we thought that we’d help one more family have
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I make no secret of my dislike of cleaning. In fact, it’s one of the absolute last things that I would choose to do when given the option to do something else. But like it or not, it has to be done and in a province that gets as muddy as Saskatchewan does once winter
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For more than eight weeks now, I’ve been using the Olay Regenerist Luminous skincare line, which is designed to even skin tone and fade dark spots for a more radiant, glowing complexion. I recently shared my “after” photo and my experience having a professional photo shoot and video experience in Toronto. This week, I’ll be
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If there’s one thing I love, it’s a good debate but to really develop an interesting conversation, a great topic is essential. As a mother, I have a lot of opinions when it comes to parenting and recently I learned about a fun new debate and discussion site that’s full of great topics called Discuss.
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When I gave birth to my oldest son, I was determined to breastfeed right from the beginning. My mom had breastfed all five of her children, sometimes for quite extended periods, and I didn’t even really consider not doing the same. I think I assumed it would be easy because it always looked so easy
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It may be officially spring but here in Southern Saskatchewan, there’s still plenty of snow and ice! In fact, it was -15 yesterday and I sure wasn’t happy about it! But I know that winter can’t hold on forever, and when the weather finally warms up, my boys are going to have a whole lot
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If you haven’t done your taxes yet, the April 30 deadline is closer than you think. Do you know what credits and deductions you can claim? Do you know which parent should claim childcare expenses? If you have a lot of questions about your taxes, you’re not alone. Last year, H&R Block Canada received more
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The weather is finally warming up and that means it’s time to break out shorts, sandals and sundresses! I am a huge fan of summer fashions but when the time comes to bare a little extra skin, to me that means it’s also time to make sure that skin is silky smooth! While I was
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Tax season is here and if there’s one thing that I’ve learned running my own business, it’s that being organized makes the process of doing taxes a whole lot easier. One of my best investments to help streamline my tax process was a big box to hold receipts and documents I would need to file
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A good night’s sleep is something that is simultaneously essential and elusive for so many parents. Whether we’re struggling to get our children to sleep or trying to get a proper night’s rest ourselves, we tend to have problems getting the sleep we need. Recently I flew to Cincinnati for a very special P&G All
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Every hockey parent knows that it’s not just a child that makes sacrifices in order to play on a team, it’s the parents too! From early morning practices to long drives to games to hours spent in a cold arena cheering on your child, it’s no small job being a hockey parent! But it can
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Even though March has arrived, winter is not letting go easily this year. In fact, just this morning Southern Saskatchewan had six inches of snow and temperatures of minus 30. When winter hangs on like this, staying healthy is important, so it’s time to be a warrior, with a little help from Church & Dwight!
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For eight years, TD Canada Trust has earned the J.D. Power Award in customer satisfaction, topping the Top Five banks in Canada. As a TD credit card holder, I can easily see how they were able to achieve this feat. Going beyond simply offering great service, TD often provides additional perks and incentives to make
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At 33 years old, I am outgoing, self-confident and comfortable with my appearance. But I wasn’t always that way. The high school years are a hard time for many girls and I was no exception. I obsessed over my body, convinced myself I was too fat dozens of times and tried pretty much every fad
As a grammar nerd, this comic from Webdonuts creator Mike Gruhn makes me giggle every time I see it!
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The day my oldest son was born, my days of sleeping in until noon ended forever. But it wasn’t just my own sleep that became an issue once I had children. I had to learn about the baby sleep schedule of my boys as well. And understanding the sleep needs of a newborn is no
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My boys are both old enough that they’re pretty much independent when it comes to bathroom routines. From using the toilet to brushing their teeth, they don’t really need Mom’s help anymore. (Though their aim sometimes could use some work!) Building that independence has taken time and effort, especially when it was time to brush
Pets are more than just a furry friend, they are an important member of the family. Our beloved Siamese-cross Racer has been a great addition to our household and we can’t wait to celebrate her presence in our family on February 20th with Love Your Pet Day and Pets Plus Us. Pets Plus Us is
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It’s time to start the long weekend smiling with another WebDonuts cartoon by the talented Mike Gruhn!
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When my first son was born, I soon learned this major life milestone would impact me in more ways than one. Aside from the joys of motherhood, it would also change my tax situation for the better. If 2013 was an exciting year for you thanks to a first child or first home, here’s a
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Recently I had the chance to learn about Now Resorts & Spas and share all the amazing amenities that the company’s four resorts have to offer. If I get the most comments on my post, I’ll win a trip to a Now Resorts & Spas property of my choice AND get to give a trip
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One of the biggest challenges for making Valentine’s Day romantic when you’re a parent is time. Let’s face it, the average parent just doesn’t have a lot of it to spare! But with just a few quick preparations, sitting down to a delicious and romantic dinner on Valentine’s Day is a moment that any couple
A few weeks ago I discovered WebDonuts, an online single-pane cartoon created by Mike Gruhn. He very generously gave me permission to share his cartoons with all of you. I think they’re absolutely hilarious; hope you like them too! I’ll be sharing one of my favourite WebDonuts cartoons each week, but make sure you check
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With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, now is a great time to sit down with the kids and create a fun craft for a loved one. And if you’re in need of a little inspiration, you’re sure to find it with these twelve easy Valentine crafts for kids!
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One of the things I love about my mom is that she always answers honestly any question that’s asked of her. Once when I was about eight, I asked her if we were poor. She just looked me in the eye and said yes. (But no, we wouldn’t have to sell our house and live
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There’s nothing better than a great pair of sunglasses and when I find a style I love, I wear it all year round. There’s just something about the way that sunglasses combine function and fashion that make them one of my very favourite accessories, and while I do have a few cheap pairs of sunglasses,
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There aren’t many people that don’t love the fabulous Ford Mustang and this year the car is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a brand new redesigned look that will have Mustang fans clambering to take a look! I recently received some pictures and information about the new 2015 Ford Mustang and it is one gorgeous
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A few years ago I decided that I didn’t like the concept of New Year’s Resolutions. I found that too often people seemed to set themselves up for disappointment by thinking of a resolution as something that had to be started immediately, and that faltering at any point meant that they had failed. That’s why
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I often say that I think of the New Year as a time to set goals rather than resolutions. My goals change every year. Sometimes a goal gets renewed for another year. But the most important thing is taking the time to evaluate and see how I can create the best life possible for myself
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It’s a brand new year and Nicole by OPI wants to give you the chance to brighten up your look with the Nicole by OPI Selena Gomez nail lacquer collection! This line of fourteen nail lacquers inspired by actress and singer Selena Gomez is sure to add fun and spunky personality to your wardrobe in
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Earlier this year I had to check out the fabulous JourneyLite Select travel system from Evenflo. This travel system has so many great features for parents and their infants and the top one for me was its lightweight design. I still remember how unpleasant it was to tote around the heavy infant car seat that
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People from all income levels are feeling the pinch of a sluggish economy. The cost of goods and cost of living keep rising, but wages do not keep up with costs. The purchasing power of the dollar continues to decrease. Ten years ago it was possible to fill a cart with groceries for $50. Today,
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If there’s an iconic symbol on the Internet, it has to be the Google logo. The classic red, blue, yellow and green lettering is instantly recognizable and something that always makes me grin. Yet part of the reason the logo is so distinctive is because Google is so creative about altering it to celebrate different
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I love the look of carpet in a room, but I don’t love how dirty it gets and how hard it can sometimes be to care for, especially if you don’t have a quality vacuum cleaner. Carpet adds warmth and comfort to virtually any room, but proper care is extremely important to ensure the lifespan
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For holiday-ready tresses this year, LaCoupe orgnx has a nourishing line of hair care products featuring Argan Oil that will leave your hair healthy, touchable and ready to style! I have recently fallen in love with Argan Oil for both healthy hair and healthy skin. And enjoying its nourishing benefits is easier than ever with
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