Category Archives: giveaway

Thursday, July 30, 2015

Set Your Children up for Success with Reading Materials from @Owlkids

From as far back as I can remember, if you wanted to find me you just needed to go where the books or crafts were and there I’d be. Even when we went on our annual summer roadtrip* to Florida… «more»

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Monday, July 13, 2015

Win with Family Pizza Night

They say that good things come to those that wait. I’m pretty sure that whoever “they” are weren’t talking about me or my family pizza night but the statement is true all the same. After a year of hosting regular… «more»

Sunday, July 5, 2015

Make Couponing a Part of your Money Saving Tips!

Have you ever seen the TLC show “Extreme Couponing”? In a nutshell, Americans go grocery shopping and rack up a bill of thousands (yes, THOUSANDS) of dollars and after they apply all their discounts, they end up paying around… «more»

Monday, June 22, 2015

Get Everything you Need for Canada Day and Every Day at Giant Tiger

We like to party. A lot. In Mexico, we often go to 1, 2, 3 or even 4 parties in one day. One day. While life in Canada isn’t quite the same, Canadians still know how to party; weddings, anniversaries,… «more»

Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Weekly Zoo Update (June 2)

Family Update On Thursday, I attended the United Way Ottawa Annual Awards Gala. To say that I simply “attended” isn’t quite right as I was inspired, empowered and engaged by each and every person in the room. As well, it… «more»

Friday, May 29, 2015

Attend an Orchestral Performance for Kids at the National Arts Centre @canadasnac

Growing up, both Ed and I regularly attended Arts and Culture events; ballets, operas, plays, orchestral events (remember that time I played the toy drum). Since meeting, we’ve attended several operas* such as Les Contes D’Hoffmann at L’Opéra Bastille in… «more»

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Weekly Zoo Update (May 26)

Family Update On Wednesday, I shared some much anticipated pictures of The Kids and how their friendship grows stronger every day. On Friday, I pledged to donate $1 a Day for the Next 365 Days to Canadian Charities in need.… «more»

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

Weekly Zoo Update (May 19)

Family Update On Friday May 8, Nanna arrived for Mothers Day weekend. Before she even had her coat off, Ed and I were halfway to Finnerty’s for our monthly “Date Night”. Sunday breakfast was a real treat as I didn’t… «more»

Monday, May 18, 2015

Teach Your Kids Balancing Skills with the Scoot and Ride 2-in-1 Scooter

Summer is here! I’m not sure what that means for you but for us, since we live on a 15-acre property that means a lot of mowing, gardening and playing outside for The Kids. They love to play soccer, swing… «more»

Friday, May 15, 2015

All-Natural DIY Craft Kits for Creative Kids @KissNaturals

Growing up, if I wasn’t at home reading a book, you could find me up in a tree or playing sports in our school playground. If I wore pink before the age of 30, there are no pictures to prove… «more»

Child Safety	10 Things to Consider When Buying a Car Booster for Your Child
Canadian	Organic Kids Clothing
Arts	Shaw Festival
Mexico	Locked Out of The House
Travel	Heading to Walt Disney World - May 6, 2017
Parents	Valco Baby Stroller
Loss	Loss of a Child
Charity	#1DollaraDay Campaign

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