What Would You Do with $100 this Spring? {Giveaway}

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What would you do with an extra $100 in your pocket this spring? Perhaps you would put it towards a BBQ, a patio set, a new bathing suit, grass seed, or something else? I know I would likely put it towards some nice patio furniture for my backyard. On the weekend, we were visiting various garden centres looking at lawnmowers when the beautiful outdoor furniture caught my eye! I have wanted to get a large umbrella or shelter for the backyard for many years now, ever since our canopy tent was destroyed in a bad rainstorm. I would love to … Continue reading →

The Hubble Space Telescope Celebrates 25 years {Giveaway}

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Who wants to win an Out of this World Experience at the Ontario Science Centre this spring? Be sure to enter the giveaway at the bottom of this post! Did you know that The Hubble Space Telescope celebrates 25 years on April 24? You can join the Ontario Science Centre in this celebration by catching the film IMAX® Hubble, the gripping story – full of hope, crushing disappointment, dazzling ingenuity, bravery, and triumph – on a screen 4,500 times bigger than an average TV screen that delivers 13,000 watts of sound from 44 speakers. For show times, visit the Ontario … Continue reading →

5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day

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Back in September, I made the commitment to myself and my family that we would start to live greener lives. In our home, we celebrate Earth Day every day! Our earth is SO important! What does that look like in our home? We make a conscious effort to do what we can to limit the number of chemicals and toxins that come into our homes by using Norwex microfibre cloths as much as possible along with other chemical free cleaning and personal care products. We have significantly decreased our use of paper towels by using cloths and water to do … Continue reading →

How to Make Malls a Safer Place for Kids!

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No Bulling Here

The word “bully” is not to be taken lightly. People who are bullied can suffer emotionally and physically for many years and sometimes forever. I was bullied as a child. Some of the words that were said to me continue to stay with me to this day. I can vividly rememember many of the circumstances that I experienced in my youth. It started with my eyeglasses and went on from there. My heart goes out to all children who have ever been bullied. Do you know what though? My heart also goes out to people who are bullies. Why? Because … Continue reading →

NO BAKE After School Peanut Butter Snack Bites

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Peanut Butter Snack Bites

Sticky fingers. Smiling faces. Full Bellies. PLUS No Bake After School Peanut Butter Snack Bites EQUALS A happy family! At least, this is the case in my house! Peanut butter is a staple around here. I won’t even share with you how much peanut butter we go through in a month! Not only is it great on bread or toast, but peanut butter can also be used to make delicious Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies, muffins, Peanut Butter Snack Bites and more. Because of its versatility, there aren’t many days when we don’t use peanut butter. This recipe for Peanut Butter … Continue reading →

How to Get Rid of the Dust This Spring

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It’s Spring! Are you as excited as I am? I love to open up the windows and let the fresh air flow into my home, but with that comes a lot of pollen which I need to stay on top of due to my seasonal allergies. Once the trees and flowers are in full bloom, unfortunately, my windows get closed up again to prevent the pollen from entering my home. Do you suffer from allergies? Learn How to Get Rid of the Dust This Spring Pollen and pollutants come into our homes on our feet, on our clothing and in … Continue reading →

How to Prepare for a visit to the BabyTime Show {Ticket Giveaway}

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BabyTime Show Ticket Giveaway

Whether you are pregnant or a new parent, it is always a good idea to do your research prior to attending a trade show like the BabyTime Show! I have been attending trade shows for over 10 years and I have learned a few things along the way! Multi-Testing Mommy’s Tips: Purchase your tickets ahead of time if possible, in order to avoid line ups. Bring water! Wear comfortable footwear. Wear as little as possible as it gets HOT! Bring a reusuable shopping bag to collect cards, pamphlets and free samples. Make a plan of which booths you MUST visit … Continue reading →

Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip Fun! {Giveaway}

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Dip

My daughter and I went to see the Advanced Screening of Cinderella in Toronto. When we left the movie, we learned that Goldfish now come in Princess crackers. What does that mean? The same great taste of Goldfish® crackers in a FUN, PINK colour! Let me just share with you that my nieces all had a wonderful time eating their pink snack and my son loved the same great taste that he is used to for his favourite snack! Goldfish crackers are a staple in my house. I remember a time when my son and I would drop my daughter … Continue reading →

Make Oral Health a Priority for Your Entire Family {FREE Printable}

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People who have poor oral health habits are affected physically, mentally and emotionally. Because of this, it is SO important to me that my children learn how to care for their teeth properly at a young age so that they can benefit from good oral health in their future. Being proactive about caring for your mouth leads to good oral health! We started very early on caring for our children’s teeth. I wiped my kid’s gums with a wet cloth from the time that they were only months old. My daughter was easy to get into a good oral health … Continue reading →

GDay Toronto – a Day for GIRLS! #GDayforGirls {Discount Code}

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Last month, my daughter turned 10. Some days, I honestly feel like she is 10 going on 20 (or sometimes 30), but at the end of the day, she will always be my little girl. Raising a daughter has its challenges, but there are also many reasons to celebrate! I am proud to be a woman and I want my daughter to embrace and love the fact that she is a girl too! Being a girl can be tough, but it definitely has some major perks too. I don’t know about you, but as much as I know what I … Continue reading →