Does Your Child Have A Lazy Eye? {Giveaway}

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Nexcare Eye Patch

When I was a young child, I was diagnosed with having a lazy eye. I was in grade one when they first discovered this as my grade one teacher originally suspected that I might have had epilepsy. I couldn’t see the chalkboard and I would squint and widen my eyes in a unique manner that had her concerned. I was sent down to Sick Kids Hospital where they assessed me with the outcome of having amblyopia (a lazy eye). The treatment required me wearing an eye patch for many hours during the day, including during school hours. This had me … Continue reading →

Road Trip Entertainment for Kids

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ears safe

How do your children keep themselves entertained on road trips? Kids can have a hard time sitting still with nothing to do when in the car, so often some entertainment is needed to avoid the question “Are We There Yet?” from being asked too often. My kids always pack what we call a “goody bag” (a name taken from my childhood) that has a variety of activities including paper, crayons, games, books and more. We also have a “movie bag” that holds our portable DVD players, headphones and dvds. Typically we offer the children the opportunity to watch one movie … Continue reading →

The Me, Me, Me Epidemic

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me epidemic

Parenting is HARD! Often, we don’t even realize that we are parenting in such a way that creates situations that are undesirable down the road until it is too late. Please tell me that I’m not the only one worried about the “Me, Me, Me Epidemic” that we seem to be facing with many of today’s youth? Please tell me that I am not the only parent who doesn’t want this for my children, but I’m not always sure how I can ensure this doesn’t happen? Are you tired of this 24/7, often over-stimulated, over-indulged, “can’t get enough” culture that … Continue reading →

At the Cottage with Bugs

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Cottaging with Bugs

The cottage with bugs is inevitable, right? Not everyone is a fan of bugs, however and bugs don’t love all people equally either! Oh, those bugs….I’m all for equality! Spread the love, will you? My daughter is a prime example of this. Mosquitoes absolutely adore her! We always joke that she is super sweet and that is why the bugs love her so much. Those bug bites on the back of her legs are just the start of our cottage trip last summer! Aside from the bugs, I am a HUGE fan of going to the cottage. When I was … Continue reading →

Tips for a Family Game Day on a Rainy Day {Giveaway}

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Mattel Family Games

There are many fun activities to do on a rainy day, but one favourite amongst many families is to have a Family Game Day! Pop some popcorn, clear off the dining room or kitchen table and play some of your favourite games together. Here are some helpful tips to make your Family Game Day a great success: Prepare Your Space – Transform your everyday living room into the ultimate game room! This can be as easy as ensuring there are enough cozy seats for everyone who is playing, turning on background music that is upbeat but not distracting and setting … Continue reading →

CRAZY Simple Homemade NO KNEAD Bread

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No Knead Overnight Bread

Last night, I went to a Norwex social. I always have such a fantastic time when I meet up with these amazing Norwex ladies as they are all so nice and welcoming. We share ideas, socialize and have lots of laughs together. Last night was our annual Sangria and PotLuck party and I’ll give you ONE GUESS what item I brought for the potluck – you got it right…my BREAD! You see, my blogging partner over at Canadian Moms Cook, Stacey introduced me to this recipe and I have been making it ever since. Whenever there is a potluck or … Continue reading →

DIY Coconut Bath Scoops

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DIY Coconut Bath Scoops

I am a huge fan of all natural skincare products and recently, I learned just how easy some of them are to make at home. In fact, Ashlee, the lovely lady who wrote up this tutorial for you, suggested that my 10 year old daughter and I could whip these up in about 15 minutes! Definitely a fun, little twist to tub time! These DIY Coconut Bath scoops are full of moisture and aromatherapy for the senses. How much fun would this activity be for a Spa-Themed Birthday party? Something tells me that once my daughter learns how to make … Continue reading →

Ginger and Ylang Ylang Skincare from Shea Butter Market

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Shea Butter

As some of you may or may not know, I absolutely LOVE Shea Butter Market products! They are hand crafted with love and care and their company ethics and values are something that I feel honoured to stand behind. Their natural skincare products are great quality and I have enjoyed everything that I have ever received from them. It is because of this that I would like to share an opportunity with you. Canada US Win and Save received the Ginger and Ylang Ylang Skincare line from Shea Butter market for review and she is giving away a Prize Pack … Continue reading →

Delicious Summer BBQ Dry Rub Ribs

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BBQ Dry Rub Ribs

When I was a kid, my all-time favourite ribs came from a locally owned restaurant: they were grilled dry, without any sauce on them, and covered in a savoury rub that made them exquisite on their own, and even more amazing when coupled with a sweet-hot sauce (added on your plate as a condiment would be). A few years ago I decided to set upon the adventure of recreating this recipe, or at least something inspired by it. The fruits of my labour yielded a recipe for rib rub and another for rib sauce. I prepare ribs for our family … Continue reading →

Homemade Sweet Rib Sauce

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Sweet Rib Sauce

As mentioned in the rib rub recipe, my preference is for a sauce to be added after grilling the ribs rather than during the grilling process. Unfortunately, we found that many of the commercially available sauces tasted nowhere near as good if they were used in this manner; it was almost as if they were designed to be cooked. Undaunted, I set out on an odyssey to come up with a rib sauce to compliment my dry ribs (which, if you force me to tell you, are kind of salty – but I would never admit that to the sodium … Continue reading →