I have long suspected that I am raising some kind of Pinky and the Brain style mad genius. My youngest daughter has a, well, let's say a scientific bend. I also strongly suspect that if she knew that "taking over the world" could be a life goal, she would SO be on it. Gigi digs gears and cogs, robots, and things that whir and go. She wants to take everything apart and … [Read more...]
Comfort and Convenience with Douglas Mattress {Plus Mattress GIVEAWAY!!}
There is definitely something to be said for the convenience of ordering a mattress online and having it show up at your house. Poof. Magic. It arrived on our front porch in a box which was both somehow smaller and larger than I thought it would be. As I stood there eyeing it my 10 year old came up next to me,"Wow, that's a big box." she said. "It's bigger than Gigi. Both of … [Read more...]
Sneak a Peek at the Toothsome Chocolate Emporium Gift Shop, at Universal City Walk Orlando
From the moment I set eyes on the new Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, I knew I had to eat there. We stepped into Universal's City Walk area, and there was this giant whimsical factory-like building sitting there across the waterway, just begging to be explored. That first afternoon I convinced my family to walk over the bridge and take a look at … [Read more...]
Shhhh… A Little Sneaking is Good For Your (Mental) Health….
The kids are home for the summer. My mother-in-law just moved in with us last month. Time to myself? Ha. The very idea is ludicrous. It's non-stop go-go-GO over here. Like every mom (or at least every mom that is still holding on to that last shred of sanity), I get creative with finding ways to fit in slivers of me-time. My current trick is to wake up late. Yeah, you … [Read more...]
True Courage… Cowardly Lion Style
"There is no living thing that is not afraid when it faces danger. The true courage is in facing danger when you are afraid." ~ L. Frank Baum … [Read more...]
A Visit to Ollivanders Wand Shop, at Universal Orlando’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter
One of the many magical moments to be experienced within Universal Orlando's magical Wizarding World of Harry Potter is a visit to Ollivanders where "the wand chooses the wizard". Even if you aren't planning on purchasing a wand, this short interactive experience is something you don't want to miss (and if you ARE planning on purchasing a wand for yourself, or say a … [Read more...]
Adjusting and Growing Our Family (with Netflix)
Everything is change and adjustment over here right now. A few weeks back we welcomed a fifth family member to our household, and not in any of the ways that may immediately spring to mind. We didn't get a pet, have a new baby, or adopt a child. Rather my husband's mom moved in with us. Having my mother-in-law move in with us has been an amazingly positive experience. Having … [Read more...]
The world is indeed full of peril and in it there are many dark places…
The world is indeed full of peril and in it there are many dark places. But still there is much that is fair. And though in all lands, love is now mingled with grief, it still grows, perhaps, the greater. ~ J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring … [Read more...]
Mom Guilt and the Magic of Childhood — Little is Enough
With Summer Break just starting I've been thinking back on how much I hated March Break this year. For about six years now, ever since my eldest first started school, I've watched on social media as other parents complained about summer break (or March break, or Christmas break, or whatever), saying how it drove them bats to have their kids home for x many days... but I just … [Read more...]
The Secret Society of Blogging, What Our Readers Never See
There is a secret underside to blogging, one that our readers never see. A secret virtual room where we all meet and sit around the water cooler and chat. From the outside, there's a lot going on that you as a reader may not notice. We make blogging friends and connections. We meet in person at conferences. We email each other back and forth. We have private Facebook … [Read more...]
Download the State Farm® Canada app and WIN! #BeABetterDriver
Did you know that, thanks to the State Farm® Canada app with Telematics, you can show your insurance company exactly how you handle the road, and get rewarded for your stellar skills of navigation? And, right now? Create an account within the State Farm® Canada app for the chance to WIN 1 of 50 $100 Amazon.ca gift cards! You're a great driver, right? You obey all the rules … [Read more...]
10 Recipes & Crafts to Celebrate Canada Day
Canada's 150th birthday is coming up! How are you planning to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation? It's amazing what differences an invisible border between us and our cousins in the south can do, but divisive it is, and it's led to some interesting foods that we can call uniquely Canadian. In Canada, eh... Milk might be something found the world over, but … [Read more...]
17 Easy Smores Recipes to Enjoy at Home
With the first day of summer just around the corner, it's time to look forward to exciting adventures in the sun with the family in tow. When I dream of summertime fun, I can't help but immediately think of camping. Pitching tents, paddling in a canoe, and the absolute must, setting up a campfire. Campfires are a magical place, filled with laughter, songs & stories, a … [Read more...]
Free Amazon giftcards with Swagbucks (cool Swago promotion, redemption sale, & more)
Swagbucks has a nifty promotion going on right now called Swago Pie Fest. It's basically a bingo card that you fill up by doing different activities on the site. Plus there's a spin to win component. I played around with it a bit this afternoon and I racked up a couple hundred SB points in a short period of time. So, I've got to say, if you already collect points with Swagbucks … [Read more...]
Playmobil for Toddlers & Preschoolers? Check out Playmobil 1.2.3
Okay guys, favourite toy time. What is one toy that you would absolutely recommend for preschoolers? One your kids love (or loved). One that you felt good about them playing with. One that you would buy as a gift for children in the 18-month to 4 years old range? For me, the answer is Playmobile 1.2.3. What is Playmobil 1.2.3? Playmobil 1.2.3 is the junior Playmobil line. … [Read more...]
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