Day-to-day you will find me in jogging pants, polar fleece, and an eternity scarf. However, once in a while I get my “business” on with casual work wear (for media events, blogger conferences, book signings and such). This is my post where I share my Women’s Business Casual Ideas suggestions (file this under: frugal, comfortable,…
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Tips For Making Valentine’s Day Special
This is the post where I share some of the special things I do at home to make Valentine’s Day special chez moi. For the kids. For my prince. Even for me. Here are my Tips For Making Valentine’s Day Special… Lunch Box Notes are an easy (and FREE) way to make Valentine’s Day Special. A…
Meet and Greet With Caroline Fernandez
Life Milestone Alert! Last week, I was invited to the OLA Super Conference (Ontario Library Association Super Conference) for a “Meet and Greet With Caroline Fernandez”. My 1st ever book signing!!! Headed there…I was a bit nervous…when I saw how HUGE this conference was…I became a lot nervous… My awesome book distributor, Thomas Allen & Son…
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Cupcakes
Ok since the afternoon I made these Valentine’s Day Chocolate Cupcakes with my son…I have been asked for “heart cupcakes” ever since. Big hit in the Valentine’s-Day-Activity department! This is a 2-in-1 activity as making the cupcakes was activity 1 and decorating them was activity 2 (followed by activity 3 of eating said cupcakes). Valentine’s…
Valentine’s Day Class Treats
I’m getting my Valentine’s Day craft mojo going…thinking about what to send as Valentine’s Day Class Treats…the way you “gift” your Valentine’s is part of the treat. Here are two easy DIYs: a Valentine’s Day Pencil Holder Valentine and a Valentine’s Day Ruler Holder Valentine. Super easy and pretty cute… TIP: Instead of personalizing each…
5 Must Read Books By Canadian Authors
I find reading to be a great way to re-charge…and find inspiration. These are my top picks for 5 Must Read Books By Canadian Authors. And keep reading because I’m sharing a very personal…and completely embarrassing story…about The Time I Almost Looked Margaret Atwood In The Eyes)… 5 Must Read Books By Canadian Authors A Beautiful Heist by…
Canadian Books For Kids
Reading is one of my favourite things to do with my kids…and with Family Literacy Day upon us…I wanted to share some of my favourite Canadian Books For Kids… Canadian Books For Kids Scaredy Squirrel by Melanie Watt La Princesse Dans un Sac by Robert N. Munsch, Michael Martchenko and Christiane Duchesne Jacob Two-Two Meets…
DIY Cut A Paper Heart
Valentine’s Day crafts all around it – I realized we should start with the most simple kid’s craft – and one which I base most of my Valentine’s Day kid activities on…paper hearts. This is a straightforward How To post…DIY Cut A Paper Heart… DIY Cut A Paper Heart You will need: paper scissors Don’t…
Romantic Dinner Ideas
With Valentine’s Day approaching, I have been on the look out for some romantic dinner ideas (and of course I did a trial run – my family LOVED it). I decided to share some recipes which you can make in less than 30 minutes…and create a Valentine’s Day menu special enough for a couple dinner…
Granola Breakfast Muffins
Some days just call for a grab-n-go breakfast. These Granola Breakfast Muffins were super easy to make, jammed packed with healthy goodness, and really quite yummy to eat with one hand. TIP: I use an ice cream scooper to scoop cake and muffin batter from mixing bowl into pans. Not only are these granola breakfast…
Valentine’s Day Countdown Calendar
Valentine’s Day is exactly a month away. So I’m inspired to share some this Valentine’s Day Countdown Calendar with my #WW w linky peeps – in case any of you might be inspired to count down Feb. 14. (and yes, it’s up early…I’m a planner that way). I made this FREE template in powerpoint and…
What is your scent family?
I am always drawn to the scent of vanilla. I think it’s because it is connected to my childhood memory of standing on a chair; helping my Mom bake pies. The smell of vanilla… it just comforts me. Makes me happy. It’s funny how scents are connected to memories and emotions. What is your scent…