The hosts behind The Great Canadian Blog Bash have come up with some AMAZING prizes!!! If you’ve been sneaking peeks at the sponsors page you will already know that we have lined up a bunch of fabulous Canadian companies, ready to bring to you a collection of drool worthy prize packages! Much thanks to all the companies below for supporting Canadian bloggers! Go HERE to … [Read more...]
A Moment for Mom
Today is Father's Day. All about Dad's, right? But I want to talk about moms for a minute here. Last month was "the month of mom", with everyone talking about Mother's Day and about mom's taking a moment for themselves. I've got a bit of a crazy notion here guys, I think moms deserve that idea of a guilt free moment just for them, not only on one day in the month of May but … [Read more...]
Listen to the Birds: An Introduction to Classical Music!
I recently received a preview copy of Listen to the Birds: An Introduction to Classical Music!, the newest release from award-winning Canadian children's publisher The Secret Mountain. I've reviewed a few book & CD sets from The Secret Mountain in the past, and I've always been impressed with the quality of the books (hardcover, lovely paper, great print quality; I'm a … [Read more...]
Maison Le Grand Pesto & Rosée Sauces {Super Simple Recipe}
Canadian sauce maker Maison Le Grand sent me a lovely assortment of gourmet cold-pressed Pesto and Rosée Sauces to play around with in the kitchen. They asked me to share a recipe with my readers that I made with one of the Rosée Sauces. And I've been struggling with what to post, because truly the sauces are so easy to use, it's embarrassing to call anything I've come up with … [Read more...]
The Perfect Mother’s Day Gift For Grandma?
I have figured out the perfect mother's day gift for one of the grandmothers in our life. It's something unique that she would never think to buy herself. It's a gift that she can enjoy with the grandkids. But it's also a gift that she can enjoy on their own. A gift that lasts all year long. Any guesses? How about a year's subscription to Netflix Canada?I know my mom … [Read more...]
Spring Cleaning? I dread it a little less with P&G
I hate cleaning. I mean I really really hate cleaning. I make a lousy housekeeper. I don't so much mind the tidy, move, organize aspects. It's the getting scrubby with cleaning products parts I detest. Which means I put it off, often for far too long. And when I finally do get down to the dirty task at hand, I need to apply extra elbow grease, and the right kind of product, to … [Read more...]
The Guilt Trip comes to Blu-Ray/DVD, just in time for Mother’s Day!
Just in time for Mother's Day, the ultimate mother-son road trip is making it's way to Blu-ray and DVD. The Blu-ray version, which is exclusive to Target, comes wrapped and ready as a Mother's Day gift for your mom. Cute, right? The Guilt Trip is "the hilarious and heartfelt story on one man's cross-country road trip with his mother". As inventor Andy Brewster (Seth … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Love Meets Cheerios, Yum
I've talked about my love for peanut butter in the past, like when I decided to add it to my chocolate cake , and the way my girls love to eat fruit with homemade peanut butter yogurt dip. I mean, who doesn't love peanut butter? (Ok, I mean aside from those poor souls with a peanut allergy, and those poor guys don't know what they're missing out on, right?) When I was a … [Read more...]
Bumblebee Toys & Copy Kids Eco-Sandbox Giveaway!
Welcome to the Eco-Sandbox & Copy-Kids DVD Giveaway! Brought to you by Bumblebee Toys, this wooden eco-sandbox is designed for children ages one and up. Not only is it FSC Certified, but it also has some awesome design features, such as the sturdy vinyl roof which protects children from harmful sun rays (or rain!) while they play, as well as a bottomless box to … [Read more...]
Silpada Sterling Silver Jewellery ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Confession; I am not typically a fan of those house party sales deals, but occasionally there's a really awesome product line that has me rethinking my stance. Silpada Sterling Silver Jewellery has that effect on me. I've got a soft spot for silver jewellery, and the pieces that Silpada makes are stunning. My Aunt is an independent Silpada Designs Representative. This … [Read more...]
Win a Holiday Survival Kit from Procter & Gamble
Jealous of that whole P&G Mom thing? You can win a basket of Procter & Gamble products, chosen to help you survive the holidays! The P&G Holiday survival kit is valued at $65 and includes: Pantene Moisture Mask Wintertime weather can dry out your hair. Use this treatment as a treat to moisturise your hair the night before a big event. Venus & Olay … [Read more...]
The Secret Mountain Kids Book & CD sets
I've mentioned before how much I love award winning children's book publisher The Secret Mountain. They make lovely kids' book & CD sets. They're Canadian and they operate out of Montreal, Quebec. I've reviewed a few of their books in the past, such as the wacky ABC book W is for Wapiti, and their lovely collections of nursery rhymes and lullabies Songs in the Shade of … [Read more...]
Mystery Boxes – The Big Reveal
Wondering what was in those six mystery boxes we recently gave away? Sneak a peek at these photos: Baby Box, won by Cheryl M. of Toronto ON Kids' Box, won by Michelle B. of Moncton NB Beauty & Fashion, won by Chantale D. of Kingston, ON Health & Beauty, won by Margarita I. of … [Read more...]
CardSwap.ca ~ Giftcard Deals for the Holidays ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012 Giveaway
The idea behind CardSwap.ca is both simple and brilliant; trade in gift cards you don't want for ones you can use! Personally I've yet to trade in any cards (though I suspect the temptation will be high after Christmas gifts have been received), but it looks simple enough. You make an account with the site, tell them the balance on your card, and trade it in for cash or … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Gift Giving with Greenmunch.ca ~ Holiday Giving Prize Pack ~ Holiday Gift Guide 2012
Small Canadian on-line retailer Greenmunch.ca is all about green. They carry an amazing selection of eco-friendly products, from paper straws and compostable wooden cutlery to backpacks and shoes, art supplies, cleaning supplies and more. Start browsing around their site and your sure to find a green gift for someone on your holiday shopping list. Greenmunch is offering one … [Read more...]