Today is the first day of a new school year and that means that the season of rushed mornings, homework and extra-curricular activities is here! There are still plenty of relaxed evenings in the average week in our household, but there are also times that I am on a strict schedule between the end of […]
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Getting the family ready to go back to school can be fun but it can also be pretty stressful! Between the crowded stores, complaining kids and time spent travelling from place to place, no wonder some parents shudder at the thought of summer ending! That’s why I prefer to shop online whenever possible. From the
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I absolutely adore good coffee and since I’m the only one in the house that drinks it, I’ve started to use my Keurig almost exclusively for preparing coffee each day. I love being able to make as much or as little coffee as I want and the fact that each cup of coffee I drink
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I am always on the lookout for the best products for my baby and Philips AVENT has such a great assortment of high-quality and effective breast pumps, bottles and other feeding products that it’s always been one of my favourite brands. That’s why I was delighted to be recently chosen as a Philips AVENT Mom.
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Have you ever found a product that you know will be absolutely perfect for your children, but that isn’t available in Canada? So often I look for items that can solve some of the challenges I have with my children and find something that looks ideal, only to find out that it’s not currently shipping
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It always amazes me how quickly summer flies by and back-to-school season arrives, but I have to admit, I can’t help but get excited when I see all the fun new school supplies start to arrive in the stores! From crayons and notebooks to laptop computers, all kinds of products are hitting the shelves! This
I have always been a woman that loves to be on the go and having children didn’t change that at all. Even when my boys were just newborns, I took them out on long walks around the neighbourhood or out to local mom and baby events. It let me get out of the house and
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I am a little bit of a nut about LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics products. LUSH Bath Bombs are my ultimate favourite indulgence and the fact that these skin-soothing, scent-infusing bath time treats are handmade with fabulous essential oils just makes me love them even more. LUSH also carries an extensive line of cosmetics, body care
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The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are a huge hit in our household and from now until August 22, 2103, everyone’s favourite ninjas are fighting crime at a Walmart near you! Right now you can download a fun and free Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles app game that lets you bring the Turtles to life on your
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Lunch-packing woes are something most mothers experience at some point during the school year. I always find that in September I am full of grand ideas about the tasty and healthy goodies I’ll create for my son each morning, yet by October I’m rushing to pack the same tired sandwich and pudding cup into a
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When my oldest son was born, I made plenty of typical “new mom” mistakes and one of the biggest ones was waiting for my baby to fall asleep each night instead of putting him to bed at a regular time. It meant that I was often sitting up rocking my little one until well after
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The first day of school is quickly approaching and whether your child has a few butterflies about heading back or you just want to commemorate the special day, Hallmark has a fabulous range of products that are sure to make the first day of school a memorable one! Recently Hallmark sent me a few of
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Like many Canadians, I’ve seen my monthly bills go up on a fairly regular basis with no real increase in the service I’m receiving. My traditional landline service is no exception. My provider charges roughly $380 a year for a basic service that does not include any long distance or special call features like call
Though my oldest son isn’t quite at the age of having a cell phone yet, I know that the time for him to own one will sneak up on me quickly. I also know from the horror stories told to me that chances are good my energetic son will likely lose, drop, break or maim
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Finding new children’s music is always a treat for me. My boys and I have many tried and true favourites when it comes to children’s musicians and each of my kids has a CD player in the bedroom with a stack of discs beside it. But it’s been some time since we discovered a new
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My boys and I are trying our best to enjoy the last lazy days of summer, but I can’t help but turn my mind towards the upcoming school year too. Zackary will be entering Grade 2, Benjamin will be attending Pre-Kindergarten and both boys need all kinds of supplies for their upcoming days. Lunch gear
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San Francisco is full of iconic sights and this fall, OPI is celebrating the many things that make the City by the Bay such a beloved destination for so many people. The new OPI San Francisco collection contains fifteen colours in shades of blue, brown, red and grey inspired by the landscape and the attractions
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One of my favourite things about cooking is learning new techniques that let me make even more fun food for my family. We all have our favourite dishes but sometimes I want something specific that I haven’t yet learned how to make, or I have a surplus of a certain fruit or vegetable and want
Part of the fun of purchasing a smartphone is the amount of customization that can be done with after-market accessories. There is a wide array of protectors, cases, wallets and stickers to give your phone that personalized touch to match your personality. Truffol is a new entrant to this market with a line of premium
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My boys and I love to snack. Even though three healthy meals are a part of every day, we all love indulging in tasty treats on a weekday afternoon or after dinner on a relaxing weekend. I try to keep the snacks healthy as much as possible but sometimes finding snacks that taste great and
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Living in Saskatchewan, my boys and I are forced to spend a fair amount of time indoors when winter weather arrives. So we spend as much time as possible outside in the beautiful summer months. The fresh air and sunshine are such a treat, but on the hottest days, being out of the direct sun
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August is here and school days are quickly approaching! I am having a blast getting my boys all the gear they need for the upcoming school year and healthy food for lunches and snacks is always something at the top of my list. This year, the new Milk Unleashed shelf safe milk will be right
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With concerns about commercial sweeteners becoming more and more prevalent, one of the hottest new food and diet trends is using stevia-based sweeteners to replace sugar in everything from coffee to baked goods. Canada has a few different brands of stevia-based sweetener available and recently I received a fun iced tea prize pack so that
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When I choose shampoo, body wash and other personal care products for my boys, I have two top priorities in mind. I want the products to be gentle and I want them to be effective. A history of allergies in our family has made me hesitant to use products that are too heavily scented or
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My love of eco-friendly cleaning products is something I’ve spoken about often. I don’t like poisonous chemicals in my house and so I’m always looking for great eco-friendly products that still power through dirt and grime. While I appreciate products that are safe for the environment, the truth is that I’m actually far more concerned
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I absolutely love trying new beauty products and I’ve always found that Avon has some of the absolute best and most innovative skincare, haircare and cosmetics available. And the prices are always fabulous too! Personally, I am dying to try the Avon Ideal Flawless Beauty Balm Cream. BB creams are all the rage right now
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One of my favourite things about summer is the delicious seasonal food. Watermelon, barbecued burgers, fresh garden veggies…there are so many tasty treats to enjoy! And this year, Pepperidge Farm has taken one of the most popular summer foods, S’mores, and incorporated the treat into brand new limited edition Goldfish Grahams S’Mores! Recently I received
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Finding haircare to suit different hair types can be difficult, but fortunately, there are more and more brands that are creating specialized formulas to let everyone enjoy beautiful hair. ProFolla Silk is one of those brands, specializing in haircare for Black and African American hair types. The formulas are enriched with LustrePlex and Emu Oil
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Whether I’m helping my boys keep track of their favourite toys at the park or organize their supplies for school, Stuck on You has been helping me out for the last three years. The Australian-based company has been featured numerous times on my site because its gorgeous personalized labels, backpacks, growth charts and other items
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There is nothing better than a cold and refreshing glass of iced tea on a hot summer day, but as much as I love iced tea, it’s something I rarely buy. Premixed iced tea is full of sugar and powdered mixes are no better. I’ve tried making iced tea from scratch but I never really
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With summer in full swing, making sure my boys aren’t spending all their time in front of the television is a top priority. My oldest is especially prone to trying to spend all his time playing video games or watching cartoons and so I’ve been ensuring he has lots of other ways to entertain himself
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Growing up as a kid it was always a treat to have dinner at a fast food restaurant. Now that I’m older, I try my best to avoid these places and their highly processed ingredients. To me, the quality of what goes into a meal is paramount to healthy eating. As a burger fanatic, it’s
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With the boys home from school now, I am looking for every possible opportunity to keep them entertained. The freedom of summer is wonderful but it’s also leading to some scuffles between the two of them. I’ve already noticed that the busier they are, the less they argue. We have a huge kid-friendly back yard
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I love my century-old house and even though it’s not very large, for the most part it has all the space the boys and I need. In fact, the only area of the house that I really wish was larger was the kitchen. I like to cook and while I manage just fine in the
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One of the highlights of the month for me is always receiving the latest LittleEcoFootprint subscription box full of eco-friendly products for mom and baby. In May, the company celebrated mothers with a great collection of indulgent goodies just for Mom and in June, LittleEcoFootprint decided to celebrate summer with a special Beach Time Fun
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With summer here and kids home from school, finding a way to provide a little extra entertainment is always a good thing. And this summer, NCircle Entertainment, HIT Entertainment and Fisher-Price have a very special set of Mike the Knight products that will be sure to keep younger children captivated! Mike the Knight is the
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I love having a bag hanging near the door that I can grab whenever I need to carry something extra like library books or a few snacks and drinks. But it can be hard to find a good multipurpose bag for general family use. Backpacks are too bulky, purses are too small, and messenger bags
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I love summer fashion because it lets me add light, bright colour choices to my wardrobe. Nicole by OPI prides itself on always offering the latest and trendiest nail lacquers for every season and this year is no exception! The new Notorious Neons Mini Nail Lacquer Kit is bright, vibrant and tons of fun, perfect
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I’ve been doing a lot of work lately organizing my home a little more and clearing out some of the clutter that’s accumulated over the years. Slowly our little century-old house is starting to look more streamlined and organized, but I was having a bit of trouble finding a good way to store the items
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With Canada Day behind us, summer is officially underway and that means that the President’s Choice Summer Insider’s Report has been released! I love checking out the newest seasonal products from PC and so I was very excited to receive a box full of some of the featured items this summer. I was especially pleased
It’s the season of road trips and that means that car safety is a top priority for Canadian families. Michelin has been helping families travel safely in all types of weather for over 120 years and this summer, the company has some handy travel tips for you to keep in mind when you’re planning your
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As an Earth’s Best blogger, I’ve had the chance to test out a lot of fabulous products over the last year, but some have become special favourites in our family. This month I was given a chance to choose three products to feature and with summer here at last, my focus was on easy, healthy
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If you’re putting together a last-minute celebration this Canada Day, Walmart has everything you need for a fun and patriotic day on July 1 so that you can enjoy the long weekend without breaking the bank! Recently Walmart Canada sent me a special bag of Canada Day supplies and the entire fun-filled package cost less
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There is nothing better than a good pair of boots, but the biggest problem I have when shopping for sturdy hiking boots or stylish boots for city wear is that they often take weeks or even months to break in and feel really comfortable. And while I have found boots that feel great right away,
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Is there anything better than pulling on fresh, sweet-smelling, unwrinkled clothes? A crisp pair of linen shorts, a soft cotton t-shirt, that cute new workout top…no matter which outfits we’re wearing, my boys and I want them to look and smell great. Unfortunately, with a hectic schedule and our old washer and dryer, that just
There are so many ways to bond with a new baby but my favorite is definitely bath time. Baby’s bath is something you can easily rush through with an all-purpose wash, a quick drying and a fresh sleeper, but as a busy mother I like to make a special point of slowing the whole process
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Barbeque season is here and while everyone loves that classic burger or hot dog, why not shake things up a bit this summer with some tasty Mediterranean main dishes perfect for the grill from MarcAngelo Foods? From Sweet BBQ Chicken Skewers to Honey Garlic Sausages, there are all kinds of fun choices to get you
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Last month, Hollywood’s most well-known celebrity moms were treated to a special Mother’s Day gift basket from LA-based marketing firm Distinctive Assets. The baskets were packed with exclusive goodies for Mom and Baby including products from Earth’s Best Organic, Credible Cravings, Pact, CCILU and many others. Moms-to-be Penelope Cruz and Jessica Simpson and new moms
I absolutely love the way that the Internet has made managing my household so much easier. I am able to do almost all my business online, from renewing my licence to paying bills to shopping. The only downside is that remembering login information on all the different websites and keeping my various accounts organized can
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Watching a favourite television show used to be a fairly solitary pleasure but with the popularity of social networks such as Facebook and Twitter, watching TV has now become a social experience and a new app called Tubetime is making connecting with friends, discovering new shows and sharing your passion for your favourite program easier
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Having a new baby this spring has been wonderful. We have spent many sunny afternoons snuggling in our backyard hammock, lying in the shade of our poplar trees and, of course, strolling the streets of our small community. Even though this is my third child, I somehow managed to not yet invest in a good
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The energy and positive attitude of children’s musician Joanie Leeds are partly the reason that her CD What a Zoo is one of my boys’ absolute favourites. Now, Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights are back with a brand new, fun-filled CD that kids will love: Bandwagon! This new CD features fifteen tracks of fun-filled songs
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As far as my boys and I are concerned, our stuffies are part of the family. Zackary and Benjamin both have a large collection of stuffed animals and while some of their stuffies are casual friends at best, certain stuffed animals are so important to my boys that the plush toys are carried everywhere. And
There’s nothing wrong with a basic quick shave but for a really luxurious shaving experience, the proper shaving accessories are a must. A good razor really is only the start, especially for a man that has thicker facial hair. Quality face wash, shaving gel and moisturizer can all be just as important! About two years
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From Innovation First International, the makers of Hexbugs, comes a brand new toy that will be a sure-fire hit with car-loving kids. Tagamoto is a hot new car and track system that provides kids with hours of entertainment as they race the tiny toy cars around tracks that can be combined and extended into hundreds
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June is a busy month for gift giving. In addition to Father’s Day and graduation ceremonies, it’s also the most popular month for getting married. And when you’re looking for the best gifts for any of the special occasions that may be on the calendar this month, MemorableGifts.com has all kinds of beautiful and useful
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It took a long time for my boys to be willing to go to sleep without me in the room and even though I’ve finally reached the point that I can cuddle them for a few minutes and then leave before they’ve actually fallen asleep, they still both sometimes have nights in which they’re tossing
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I love trendy new fashion finds and I tend to be a little picky about the clothes I buy. I like clothes that look great and that I will be able to wear for years to come, but that are still current and fashionable. Recently I had the chance to pick out something to review
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Father’s Day is just a week away and Panasonic has a great gift for the man in your life. The new Panasonic ES-ST25K Triple Blade Linear Milano Shaver is a sure-to-please present that will help Dad look and feel great all year long. This shaver is the newest in the Panasonic Milano line of personal
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I tend to be quite frugal and so I’m never too quick to throw anything away. Often something that I don’t use anymore can be used in another way to add new function or style to my home. Whether it’s a fresh coat of paint on an old piece of furniture or converting an old
Us Moms work hard and that’s why getting to relax and indulge on Mother’s Day is always such a treat. LittleEcoFootprint, the company that delivers monthly subscription boxes of eco-friendly baby products right to your door, understands that. That’s why last month the LittleEcoFootprint boxes focused exclusively on moms for a change! I was so
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I recently experienced Disneyland for the first time ever and it was every bit as magical as I had hoped it would be. My boys and I enjoyed live shows, action-packed rides and all kinds of great shopping. And I got to wander the park in style too thanks to the new OPI Couture de
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Laundry is one of those things that almost every busy mom somewhat dreads, and I am no exception. No sooner have I worked my way through the mountain of clothes in the basket than my boys decide that putting on three layers of their best clothes and jumping in mud puddles is a really, really
June is National Safety Month and when it comes to keeping your family’s favourite possessions safe, Master Lock has a huge range of products to help! This month, as a member of the Master Lock Live Secure Safety Squad, I had the chance to review a few new Master Lock products perfect for any family.
I recently had the joy of bringing home my third baby girl. Having a newborn in the home is such a wonderful and exciting time. The whole family is eager to participate in her care routine and I love all the help! My older daughters both like making sure that their new baby sister has
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As a mother that is passionate about the importance of both books and music, I was an immediate fan of the storybook and music CD sets from The Secret Mountain. I reviewed a few of the innovative sets on my site in the past but the new release, Listen to the Birds: An Introduction to
After a long and cold winter, spring is finally here to stay and for most homeowners, that means it’s time to get the front lawn looking lush, green and picture perfect! Canadian Tire has always been my favourite store for all my outdoor lawn and garden needs and this year, the company sent me its
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I couldn’t be happier to announce that I recently completed my nursing degree and I did it while raising children too. In fact, just ten days after finishing my degree I welcomed my third beautiful baby girl into the world. Needless to say, I am almost always doing two things at once. And now that
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Last month I had the chance to review the beautiful Parker IM Premium rollerball pen in Metallic Pink, a pen that was a perfect gift choice for a special woman for Mother’s Day. Now, with Father’s Day just around the corner, Parker has another fabulous giveaway of a pen that Dad will love showing off:
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Today is Sunscreen Protection Day and I have to admit that as much as I understand the importance of sun safety, I am leery about some commercial sunscreens. I don’t like exposing my boys to harsh chemicals any more than I have to and since there are great natural sunscreens available, I prefer using them
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Since my boys first discovered the children’s band Recess Monkey, the trio of teachers with a talent for getting kids grooving, they’ve loved listening and dancing along to the band’s CD Flying. Now Recess Monkey is back with a brand new CD and Deep Sea Diver looked like it would be just as much fun
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As much as my boys love fancy, electronic toys and games, it’s invariably the more simple and classic activities that become their favourites. I love seeing how much Zackary and Benjamin enjoy sitting down to play a board game or act out a story with their favourite toys and I always love finding new games
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It’s time for summer fashion and Crocs Canada has tons of hot styles perfect for the whole family this season! From cute sandals to classic slip-ons, the collection is as comfortable as it is stylish! I was lucky enough to receive the new Crocs A-leigh Linen Wedges to review and having tried Crocs footwear before,
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I am a big believer in the importance of reading and math. Zackary and I used to spend lots of time playing with letters and numbers, talking about the ways they go together and building some of the early learning skills that would lead to reading, writing and mathematics proficiency in the future. Now, at
Bottle-feeding my baby is not my first choice, but for a lot of women it may be their only option or a necessary compliment to breastfeeding at times. In any case, every mother wants to know that her bottles and sterilization methods are going to be safe for her baby. As a working mother I
My love of natural products is something I’ve mentioned often in the past. Because I prefer wholesome and natural food, I’ve never even considered using artificial sweetener. I’ve always thought that it tasted awful and the more I learned about it, the more I started to believe that it was more damaging to the body
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It’s a little hard for me to believe sometimes, but my boys aren’t babies anymore! My oldest is reading, playing sports and going to the library all by himself and my youngest is dressing himself, playing independently and only too eager to remind me that he’s “a big boy.” Going from caring for all my
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I think every woman dreams of that huge closet with neat rows of hangers, perfectly positioned shelves and every item of clothing in place. But the reality is that most household closets have a single hang bar and a single shelf above it. Definitely not the best way to maximize space for most people, but
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Figure skating is such a beautiful sport. The combination of athletic ability, breathtaking tricks and beautiful choreography captivates me every time and I love watching a really good show. Recently Jergens offered me the chance to check out the Saskatoon performance of Stars on Ice featuring some of Canada’s most popular and talented figure skaters
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In many ways, kids don’t get as many chances to fail as they used to. Sports are often played in a non-competitive setting, children are no longer held back at school and because instilling positive self-esteem has become a focus for so many parents, many children no longer learn about how to continue on regardless
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For the first time in years, I had quite a bit of trouble with my skin this winter. I’ve always had issues with breakouts but usually the worst months are the warms summer ones. So I was surprised to suddenly be dealing with acne during the coldest months of the year and then some scarring
I have a larger chest and after six solid years of pregnancy and breastfeeding, I’ve found that I need the bras and swimwear I buy to be fairly supportive if I want to do anything more strenuous than stretch out in the sun. I’m not a very sedate person so a swimsuit that can let
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I love coffee but since I’m the only one in the house that drinks it, I often find myself miscalculating how much I want and then wasting coffee as a result when I make a pot. I have a specialty coffee maker that’s great for creating individual lattes and cappuccinos, but what I really wanted
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I love great shoes of all kinds, but because I walk almost everywhere, comfortable, stylish walking shoes are one of my favourite types of footwear. I have a few different pairs of shoes perfect for a stroll through the streets of my small town, but I had never tried OTZshoes before. So when I got
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In my opinion, one of the best gifts a mom can get is the chance to recharge and spoil herself with a little beautifying. P&G has so many great products for treating Mom to a little at-home pampering and this month the company is sharing a few tips for any mom that wants to relax
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Are you still on the hunt for that perfect Mother’s Day gift? Epson Canada has just what you’re looking for and it’s a gift that’s sure to wow! Whether your mother is a busy career woman, a creative crafter or a stellar scrapbooker, the Epson Expression Premium XP-800 Small-In-One is sure to be a hit!
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Receiving a box of goodies from LittleEcoFootprint has quickly become one of the highlights of my month. Discovering new eco-friendly brands for my family is so much fun and the surprise of not knowing what I’ll receive makes the boxes even better! April was quite easily one of my favourite boxes thus far; I couldn’t
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Is there any better hairstyle than tousled, beachy waves in the summer? For those with naturally wavy hair, it has to be one of the easiest and trendiest warm-weather styles. But unfortunately, my hair doesn’t have even a hint of wave to it and that means that while I can sometimes create a tousled style,
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My boys are at a bit of an awkward age when it comes to choosing movies and television shows at the moment. Zackary’s choices are often a little violent or rude-humoured for Benjamin and Benjamin’s favourites are dull to Zackary. So finding a light-hearted family movie with a great plot is always a welcome occurrence
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Being a mom and being prepared for almost anything just naturally go hand in hand, but even a mom can get tired of lugging around a heavy purse stuffed with items for any eventuality. So what’s a parent with a desire to face the world ready to handle problems with ease to do? Get a
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My oldest son Zackary is only a month away from his seventh birthday and I can’t believe how the time has flown! I can still remember when he was a cuddly baby in my arms and now he’s reading, playing sports and having birthday parties with his friends! I have to admit, I sometimes go
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At 32, I know that it probably won’t belong before I start seeing streaks of grey in my long brown hair. I’ve decided that when that day comes, I will have a lot of fun dying my hair all kinds of vibrant colours, but for the moment I want to enjoy my natural colour while
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May 4th is Star Wars day and this year we had the chance to celebrate the day in style thanks to the fabulous line of Angry Birds Star Wars toys from Hasbro. My boys are huge fans of the Angry Birds franchise and Zackary, my oldest, actually received an Angry Birds Star Wars game for
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Today Walmart Canada asked shoppers across the country to take part in a frugal shopping challenge and I was very excited when I was asked to be a part of it. What made this campaign so fun was that I got to choose from an assortment of challenges to find the one that best fit
Outfitting Two Children for Summer at Walmart Canada #WalmartFrugalHeroes Read More »
With the temperature finally warming, my boys and I are in the mood to enjoy all the pleasures of summer. Recently I received the new cookbook 200 Best Ice Pop Recipes from Robert Rose Inc. and whipping up one of the recipes promised to be the perfect way to enjoy the nice weather. The recipes
200 Best Ice Pop Recipes is Packed with Ideas for Summer Refreshment Read More »
When I gave birth to my oldest child, I had no idea just how many different products a baby needed. From car seats and travelling gear to feeding and diapering essentials, the list seemed to get longer and longer as the weeks went by. Back in those early days of parenthood, my choices in products
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I do not like wasting anything. I’m not obsessively frugal in other ways but seeing food, paper, or anything else wasted is like seeing money being thrown away to me. Money that could pay for a movie night out with my boys or maybe a fun vacation down the road. So I love finding products
New Clorox Smart Tube® Technology Means You Won’t Waste a Drop of Your Cleaner Read More »
When my boys were younger, one of their very favourite toys was our ExerSaucer. They both had so much fun bouncing in the seat and loved being upright so that they could look around the room. Evenflo has simply the best and most interactive ExerSaucers for babies and recently I received the new ExerSaucer Jump
Babies Love to Bounce and Play in the Evenflo ExerSaucer Jump & Learn Safari Friends Read More »
Last month I had the chance to be one of the first Canadians to try the new Schick Intuition Pure Nourishment razor and I loved the sweet-smelling moisturizing bar that let me skip the shaving lotion in the shower. I was also able to give fifty of my fabulous readers the opportunity to try the
Nourish Your Skin! Reader Reviews of the Schick Intuition Pure Nourishment Razor Read More »
A few weeks ago I shared a picture of my new favourite shirt, a 007 t-shirt from the TIFF Shop, and indirectly revealed my love of all things James Bond. I’ve seen most of the movies, read all of the books and have a random collection of 007 merchandise. So when I heard about the
Embrace Your Inner Bond Girl with the New OPI Bond Girls Collection-Giveaway Read More »
