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A Canadian Travelling to San Diego

June 10, 2017 by aeryn lynne 1 Comment

Childrens Pool seals -Courtesy SanDiego.org

San Diego, California’s beach city, welcomes Canadian visitors this summer with warm sunny weather—averaging 24°C during June through August—112 km of sparkling beaches, world-famous attractions, one-of-a-kind festivals and events, hot new restaurants and more. Many people are avoiding travel more than normal it seems. They watch the news and see it is a bit on the scary … [Read more...]

9 Delicious Canada Day Dessert Recipes

June 8, 2017 by aeryn lynne Leave a Comment

Canada Day Dessert Recipes

Canada Day is not far off! If you host a party at your home, then you will soon be starting to think about what you are going to serve, and dessert is always a highlight of any party. Canada Day themed desserts are always fun and add a little patriotic touch to the get-together. Here are 9 Delicious Canada Day Dessert Recipes that will make your Canada 150 celebration … [Read more...]

Five Family Friendly Fantasy & Sci-Fi Shows to Binge Watch on Netflix + Free Spinner

June 6, 2017 by aeryn lynne 4 Comments

As far as TV entertainment goes, do you still feel old school? Are Saturday morning cartoons still a thing? Are Sunday nights reserved for Disney movies that the whole family would sit down and watch? Do you remember what shows you'd watch right after school? Television can have a big impact on your life, and it's fascinating on how that has evolved with the on-demand binge … [Read more...]

Day Of The Dead Knitting and Crochet Patterns

November 7, 2016 by aeryn lynne 1 Comment

I love knitting and crocheting patterns, and round ups!  Deanna loves things with a Day Of The Dead theme.  So, I thought why not combine the two and do a guest post for her with a Day of the Dead Knitting and Crochet Patterns Round Up? I was able to find a lot of cute patterns that I will share here: Day of the Dead Skull Motif - Crochet Day of the Dead … [Read more...]

Super Easy Quiche

November 6, 2016 by aeryn lynne Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a quick and easy dinner?  Here is a Super Easy Quiche recipe from my friends at Mommy is Weird:   Super Easy Quiche I am a busy person. I don’t have a ton of time to spend making dinner. Nor do I want to. This is all you need. And yes, I am on a budget so notice that most things are store brand or no name. Oh, I forgot the cream and milk for … [Read more...]

Planning a Family Getaway During Winter Break

November 5, 2016 by aeryn lynne Leave a Comment

Winter break is one of the best times of the year for families to travel and experience different places around the world. Since many people feel the same way, it can be a little tricky to plan the perfect vacation in a short amount of time. However, people can plan a successful vacation if they take a little extra time and plan accordingly. The first thing that a family … [Read more...]

Top 5 Family Friendly Places in Canada to Visit this Winter

November 4, 2016 by aeryn lynne 4 Comments

Canada is one of the best places for families to visit during the winter, because everyone will be able to find snow, ice and extremely cold temperatures everywhere in the country. Families should plan on taking a lot of warm clothes that can be layered, so that they can enjoy everything that Canada has to offer during the winter season.   Here are 5 of the best … [Read more...]

Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Truffles

November 2, 2016 by aeryn lynne 1 Comment

It's that time of year when we start making our holiday treats for the big day!  Truffles are a great addition to cookie trays, and also to wrap up and gift. Tales of a Ranting Ginger shared this easy recipe for making Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Truffles!  They look so tasty, and so easy to make.  Follow the link to her blog to make sure you get the full … [Read more...]

9 Favourite Quotes

November 1, 2016 by aeryn lynne Leave a Comment

I think we all have our favourite quotes that we love to share and use for to keep our selves motivated and pick ourselves up when we are down.  Here are 9 favourite quotes from My So Called Mommy Life that she really loves   Every Friday for the last month, I spend 1.5 hours in a mindfulness meditation class. I had heard so many fabulous things about it … [Read more...]

Spaghetti Birdy Nests

October 31, 2016 by aeryn lynne 1 Comment

Lives are so busy these days that fast and easy dinners are really needed.  The next consideration is it also has to be something that the kids will actually eat! I found this Spaghetti Birdy Nests recipe from Mommy's Weird.  It is basically pasta with cheese, which seems to be a winning combo with most kids. Spaghetti Birdy Nests I’ve been trying to update my supper … [Read more...]

Easy Lazy Perogi Casserole

October 30, 2016 by aeryn lynne 2 Comments

One of my favourite blogs to check out is Mommy is Weird! I think we all are in some ways, and she just puts out there what we are all doing in secret! So I love her and love reading her antics! Plus she has absolutely no fear! I hate cooking, and I since I am pretty terrible at it, I need super easy recipes! Most of the items in this recipe I already have at home, and it is … [Read more...]

The Best Shortbread Recipe

October 29, 2016 by aeryn lynne 3 Comments

Shortbread is one of those simple and classic Christmas cookie recipes that I think we all have had and probably have made from time to time.  I happen to use my Mother-in-laws recipe that she passed on to me, and it is a family favourite and must arrive on the cookie plate each year.  Hers are a rolled out one that you can technically cut into any shape.  I am not permitted to … [Read more...]

The Best Apple Crisp Recipe

October 28, 2016 by aeryn lynne 2 Comments

Apple Crisp Recipe

Halloween is a few short days away and everyone is getting their pumpkins out and using up all the pumpkin recipes they can think of.  They start needing to think of something other than pumpkins, so it's time to go apple picking!  Apple pies, and apple crisp are the top of my list for desserts, and so fall is the perfect time for me! Ashley from Tales of Mommyhood shared … [Read more...]

Lottie Doll: Not Your Typical Fashion Doll

August 16, 2014 by aeryn lynne Leave a Comment

These days we all work so hard to build up and empower our kids to be strong and confident. Lottie dolls are trying to empower little girls through their dolls.  These are not just another fashion doll. They are striving to be a wholesome doll alternative for children aged 3-9, and Lottie is the perfect size for little ones to carry around! One key thing you will notice … [Read more...]

Little Mermaid II and Ariel’s Beginning 2 {Review}

August 15, 2014 by aeryn lynne Leave a Comment

Do you have any Little Mermaid fans in your house?  Well if so then you are in luck! Disney has The Little Mermaid II and Ariel's Beginning 2-Movie Collection that you can check out for Little Mermaid fun! In The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning, one of Disney’s most beloved characters reveals the extraordinary events that led up to her transformation into a princess.  Long … [Read more...]

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