If your kids love Minecraft like mine do…then take note of Microsoft Hour of Code. Microsoft is hosting youth coding events across Canada during Computer Science Education Week in support of Hour of Code, a global initiative led by Code.org. These events (in Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver) are free and super fun. Microsoft Hour of Code Microsoft…
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Real Life Is Not Filtered #stopCOMPAREnting
I admit it. Sometimes I compare myself to the white background-ed, organized home, picture-perfect families I see on social media. But know what?! Real Life Is Not Filtered #stopCOMPAREnting. My family life is an ever-juggle of coming and going. And I own it. I love my busy, unpolished, very real life. Like working from home while…
Holiday Gifts for Everyone
Holiday gifts for everyone! Here is the low-down on some great Canadian retailers who have a lil’ somethin’ somethin’ for everyone on your holiday shopping list. And may I point out the beauty of one-stop-shopping? Read on and get inspired… Happiness is…Canada t-shirts Every single Happiness Is Inc.…article of clothing is made right here in…
6 Not-So-Secret Things Which Cause Teen Stress
6 Not-So-Secret Things Which Cause Teen Stress: from appearance to goals and everything in between. Teenagers go through #StressTests all the time… here’s a few tips on how to empower teenagers to beat stress. As a Mom to two teenage girls,I know a little bit about teen stress… The Secret Stress Sweat Survey was done…
Some Easy Elf On The Shelf Ideas
’tis the season for an elf to visit from the North Pole! Here are Some Easy Elf On The Shelf Ideas to inspire your elf mischief and goodness. Yes, I think elves should prank and treat – nicely of course! Both things have been known to create smiles in children of all ages! Some…
South St. Burger: dinner just got better
Dinner is never easy. But look ->South St. Burger: Dinner Just Got Better. Being able to walk in and order something made-to-order for picky eaters (or made-to-taste for gourmet palettes) can be a sanity saver. And plus, watching someone make your food is great entertainment… Note: the following giveaway is open to residents of Canada,…
Capital One Canada: What Kind Of Leader Are You?
Capital One Canada: What Kind Of Leader Are You? Recently, I found out I’m a socially conscious leader according to an online Leadership Quiz I took at the Capital One Canada booth at the Enactus World Cup. And I think this is spot on…it’s not only the type of leader I am…but the kind of…
How To Host a Product Potluck
Have extra, unused bottles of sunscreen from the summer? Perfume samples? Lipstick grab bags? I’m going to share How To Host a Product Potluck because I know we all have some unused beauty products in drawers which could use a good home. I routinely give unused beauty products to friends and family. Not only does it…
Country Harvest: Orchard Harvest Autumn Stacker Sandwich
A taste-good, feel-good sandwich -> this Country Harvest: Orchard Harvest Autumn Stacker Sandwich. Warning: the following recipe will make you hungry 🙂 Orchard Harvest Autumn Stacker (doesn’t that look delish?!) 2 slices of Country Harvest Canadian Rustic Bean Bread 2 tbsp coconut oil 1 tbsp apple butter 1 tbsp Dijon mustard 2 slices honey crisp…
Something new for IBS: IBgard
It is no secret I have IBS (OK a bit of a secret…it’s not really something I like to advertise really). However, I’m writing about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) today because there is Something new for IBS: IBgard. If you are like me, and the millions who have IBS, you might want to give this a…