Don’t let good food go bad. Save money and time by using these simple Food Protection Tips to store the food you love. From school lunch to freezer and a few things in between – here’s how to keep your groceries fresh. Food Protection Tip: Keep leftovers fresh by putting them into food protection bags right away….
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Strawberry Muffin Recipe
You will want to bookmark this Strawberry Muffin Recipe (it is a perfect grab n’ go breakfast). Easy, yummy, and completely freeze-able – make a batch or two of these strawberry muffins this weekend! Strawberry Muffin Recipe Strawberry Muffin Recipe Recipe Type: Dessert Author: Parent Club Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 25 mins Total time:…
List of Canadian Children’s Book Publishers
When I published my first book Boredom Busters, I did extensive research into who in Canada publishes children’s books. I have compiled a List of Canadian Children’s Book Publishers here as a go-to resource for anyone wanted to pitch, query, and/or submit a manuscript to a Canadian publisher… List of Canadian Children’s Book Publishers Aside: You…
6 Fall Must Haves
Fall means fall comfort. These 6 Fall Must Haves are my pics to keep you looking good and feeling great this Fall… 6 Fall Must Haves Blundstones (you’ll remember I advise All You Need – Blundstone Boots) Shop Mochi (etsy.ca) amazing snap infinity scarf Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing lotion (because Fall = dry skin!) Nella Bella London…
Creamy Chicken Rice Soup
This is a family favourite. You have to try this Creamy Chicken Rice Soup. So good. And easy! Creamy Chicken Rice Soup Creamy Chicken Rice Soup Author: Parent Club Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 1 hour Total time: 1 hour 10 mins Serves: 8-10 Ingredients 1 box of chicken broth (900 ml) 1 leak chopped…
10 Crafts For Kids
I love to bust kid boredom with crafts (keeps them busy and off screens n’est pas?!). Here is a round-up of 10 Crafts For Kids which will keep kids busy. Each of these 10 Crafts For Kids is inexpensive and encourages recycling things around the house. See my notes below on age recommendations… Shameless plug: My…
10 Ideas to Take Your Family Outside
There is nothing quite like a gorgeous Fall day when the sun is shining and the leaves falling from the trees are every shade of red, yellow and orange. Even though the temperatures are also falling, this time of year is the perfect opportunity to take your family outside and make some lasting memories! 10…
Chicago #NikonMOMents
This past weekend my family drove (through 3 states!) to Chicago for a wedding. 7 people in a minivan for 10 hours with one 30 minute rest stop. Did I mention one of those people was a three year old?! Let’s just say the trip had a balance of entertainment and exhaustion. Here are my…
Meringue Ghosts
These meringue ghosts are fang-tastic! This recipe is seriously easy and perfect for your next coffin coffee break. These little devils…er…I mean ghosts…are crunchy on the outside and super sweet and chewy on the inside. If you want to be the Ghostess with the mostess this Halloween – you have to try these meringue ghosts… Meringue Ghosts Note:…
Hearty Chicken & Veggie Salad
Dinner in under 15 minutes. Yes, it is possible! I created this Hearty Chicken & Veggie Salad recipe as a go-to full meal for those nights of soccer practice/late night work/school recital/*insert busy family activity here*. It is fast, delicious, and healthy. And made in under 15 minutes…. Hearty Chicken & Veggie Salad Author: Parent…
Ghost Footprints – Halloween Crafts
A great activity to do at home or in a classroom – these Ghost Footprints – Halloween Crafts are unique, inexpensive, and a great way to decorate for Halloween. My kindergarten kid LOVED this activity… Ghost Footprints You will need: Orange and black construction paper White (washable) craft paint black marker paper plate paint brush…
All You Need – Blundstone Boots
All you need – Blundstone Boots. Really. I bought my first pair of Blundstone Boots last year and wore them Fall, Winter, and Spring. I completely fell in love with this Australian boot…and you will too… I said it on Instagram and I’ll say it again…Blundestone Boots are a triple threat: style, comfort and weather…