Author Archives: Amanda

It’s a Sizzling Summer Cash Giveaway

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I don’t know about you and your family, but we spend more money during the summer months than we do the rest of the year. Whether it is on special treats for the kids, summer camp or family vacations, we seem to need extra money compared to the rest of the year (Christmas aside, of course). This year, our family isn’t doing a typical vacation because we have had some major expenses with our house and purchasing a new vehicle. I know if I were to win some money, I would likely put it towards a day trip or two … Continue reading →

Why Not #TrySomethingFresh with Your Family This Summer! #Ontario {#GIVEAWAY}

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During the summer months, many families are on the hunt for fun ideas to experience together. Thanks to ARM & HAMMER™, you can learn of some fresh, new ideas for you and your family. If you live in Ontario, some fun opportunities include: Ontario Place – A fun and entertaining hybrid attraction, Ontario Place carnival classics like Bumper Boats and mini golf as well as thrill rides an eco-learning center, and an IMAX theatre featuring Nature documentaries, fantastic fun for the entire family. Algonquin Park Take a family canoe trip immersed in classic Canadian scenery and a never ending expanse … Continue reading →

FREE Printable Allergy Cards for Restaurants

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Wheat Allergy Card

Does your child have a food allergy? Eating at restaurants can be a rather stressful experience when your child has a food allergy, especially when it is a serious one! I have discovered that I have an allergy to Flax Seed. While there is no official test (that I have been able to find) for this type of allergy, I am certain I have one due to the reaction that I have every time I consume Flax Seed. Now I can say from first hand experience just how scary food allergies really are and I would never EVER wish a … Continue reading →

4th of July Craft Ideas for Kids ~ #ArtsyPlay {LINKY}

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4th of July

While I realize that most of you are Canadian, this week we have decided to share some 4th of July Ideas for kids. Many of the ideas are fun regardless of where you live, so please enjoy some fun together regardless of where you live! Congratulations to our Top 3 posts from last week! If you missed them, check out these wonderful ideas. Last week’s Top 3 Clicked on Links were: Quick DIY Fishing Game from Glittering Muffins Aluminum Can Dimensional Star from Crafty Journal Summer Bucket List from Such a Mama This week, we have some exciting 4th of … Continue reading →

Carving Out Some Time for ME with Summer TV #StreamTeam

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Parenting is a 24/7 job, right?! Yes, this is true, but that doesn’t mean that we have to completely lose ourselves as individuals 24/7. One way that I love to chill and wind down is to watch tv with my hubby. We love to binge watch shows and currently, our favourite show to watch together is Orange is the New Black. We are well into Season 2 on Netflix and really enjoying it! I absolultely LOVE Netflix because it means that I don’t have to schedule my tv watching around shows, I can watch them at my own convenience. I … Continue reading →

I LOVE Canon Digital Cameras! #30SummerDays {GIVEAWAY}

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From as long as I can remember, I have always loved photography. To be specific, I LOVE to take photos! I love taking photos of people, nature and food. When I met my husband, I was SO excited to learn that he owned a GOOD camera, the kind that could be taken out of Auto Mode and would take amazing photos. His camera was a Canon and I almost instantly became comfortable with the Canon interface. When we had my daughter, I quickly learned that carrying around a HUGE camera was not always feasible, so we bought a Canon “point … Continue reading →

Canada Day Activities for Kids ~ #ArtsyPlay {LINKY}

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This week, we are sharing ideas for getting your children excited about Canada Day. We are also hoping that some of you may link up your educational ideas about teaching your children about our beautiful Country! If you plan on celebrating Canada Day with fireworks and sparklers, please teach your children about safety and here is a brilliant idea for keeping your children’s hands safe when using sparklers. Congratulations to our Top 3 posts from last week! If you missed them, check out these wonderful ideas. Last week’s Top 3 Clicked on Links were: July 4th Sensory Bin from The … Continue reading →

Campfire Peanut Butter Cup S’mores

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Peanut Butter Cup S'mores

Do you enjoy campfires during the summer? Do you typically roast marshmallows? What is a campfire without roasted marshmallows, right?! I’ve got a new twist on the roasted marshmallows and it is called Campfire Peanut Butter Cup S’mores! The Peanut Bureau of Canada prepared the fixings for me and some fellow bloggers to make our own over a hot campfire and they were the most delicious treat ever! My only advice is make sure you bring enough for seconds and you have plenty of wet cloths available for afterwards! Oh and parents, practice saying the words “NO MORE Campfire Peanut … Continue reading →

ABC Activities for Preschoolers ~ #ArtsyPlay

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As a former Kindergarten teacher, I’ve always adored fun and crafty ABC activities as a first introduction to the alphabet and letter sounds. There are so many creative ways to engage children in ABC learning at a very young age, starting as early as 1 – 1.5 years of age! Perhaps during the VERY early years, the children see it more as fun art, but as they grow, the creative, fun and tactile experiences will provide them with a fun and engaging learning platform to be introduced to early literacy skills. Congratulations to our Top 3 posts from last week! … Continue reading →

Three Cook Books Featuring Chicken, Slow Cooker and Vegan Recipes

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Burrito and Stroganoff

As a cookbook collector and someone who cooks chicken for dinner 80% of the time, I was very interested in receiving the 125 Best Chicken Recipes cookbook by Rose Murray from publisher Robert Rose. I am always on the hunt for new chicken recipes to keep our menu interesting and to keep my family from chicken boredom! 125 Best Chicken Recipes has many easy to prepare recipes that are great for weeknight meals. One aspect of the book that I really liked was that many of the recipes include ingredients that I would normally stock or buy. I am not … Continue reading →