I’ve put together some Easy and Fun Family Day Ideas to keep you busy over the weekend. The focus of these ideas is low-cost but high fun. And no special equipment, admission, or coupons required. Does this sound dreamy to you?! Alright! Get ready! Get set! Easy and Fun Family Day Ideas on deck… Easy and…
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Tax Tips for Self-Employed Individuals (like me)
I’m sharing these Tax Tips for Self-Employed Individuals (like me) because this will make filing your Canadian self-employed taxes easier. My #partner in this post is TurboTax. Unlike full-time, salaried, workers — we, self-employed people, have income, expenses, GST/HST, and deductions to handle…quite often from multiple revenue streams. As I am all about sharing information…
When Teachers Go Above and Beyond
I have a When Teachers Go Above and Beyond moment. My elementary school Catholic teacher/librarian took us on a field trip to meet an author in a bookshop. The librarian never took anyone on field trips. But she went above and beyond for a handful of us that year. The author? Madeleine L’Engle. Madeleine L’Engle…
DIY Olympics at Home for Kids
Get into the Olympic spirit with a DIY Olympics at Home for Kids – using things you already have around your house. This would be fun for a Olympic party, play date, or just afternoon family fun. Low-cost but high fun-factor you will want to DIY Olympics at Home for Kids through-out the whole Olympic run……
10 Sick Day Activities For Kids
These 10 Sick Day Activities For Kids are for when kids are sick enough to stay home from school but not so sick as to sleep all day. Entertaining a sick kid can easily be solved with TV, Movies, and video games (we’ve all done it). But a few screen-fee entertainment options for sick kids…
Gluten-free Cranberry Dark Chocolate Granola Bars
Did I have you at dark chocolate?! I made a batch of Gluten-free Cranberry Dark Chocolate Granola Bars last week and have been a very happy snacker ever since. This recipe is fairly straight forward and bakes in 30 minutes. To make a school-safe (nut-free) version – just omit the sliced almonds. Ok friends, here’s…
Microwave Homemade Applesauce Recipe
This Microwave Homemade Applesauce Recipe is one of my favourites because it works for breakfast, school snacks, after-school snacks, and even dessert. BONUS: you can make homemade applesauce in your microwave in under 5 minutes! Using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, you can make this recipe with (or without) the help of…
Pear Cake Recipe
This Pear Cake Recipe is easy to make. And…um…did I mention…delish?! Inspired by a pear quickly turning too ripe for my liking…you can make Pear Cake Recipe in under an hour (about 10 min prep and then 35-40 min baking). This treat goes great as a dessert, afternoon-snack, or might I suggest…breakfast! You could make this…
Parent Club Amazon Gift Card Giveaway
Dear readers, Happy holidays! I wanted to share a giveaway from me to you — as an expression of my gratitude for your reading, commenting, liking, and sharing Parent Club throughout the year. 🙂 Wishing you and your families healthy, happiness, and time together now and into the new year. –Caroline Note: the following giveaway…
A Gift That Gives All Year: Nikon COOLPIX A900 Review
Capture your moments with A Gift That Gives All Year: Nikon COOLPIX A900 Review. Family pictures of everyday moments, childhood milestones, trips, and holidays are important…for now…and for the years when we look back on the now. From size to features read how this camera is the perfect gift to give… My kids make fun…
10 Holiday Shopping Tips Inspired by Best Buy Canada
These 10 Holiday Shopping Tips Inspired by Best Buy Canada are smart and should be taken to heart to make your gift shopping easier. BONUS: there is a Best Buy Canada $100 Gift Card Giveaway below — which will REALLY make one lucky reader’s shopping easier. Note: The following giveaway is open to residents of…
A better sleep guide for kids: Holiday Edition
With the holidays approaching, you might find a change in your child’s sleep habits. I have some tips from Child and Family Therapist, Michele Kambolis, which will help you keep sleep schedules on track, and ensure that your child is getting the sleep they need. Manage overnight disruptions. Once your child falls asleep it’s important…