I spent a good deal of the holidays in the kitchen. Family dinners and my boy child’s birthday party! Through it all, I was the Mom paparazzi; capturing family photos and keeping childhood picture souvenirs… Having to organize Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and a kid’s birthday party over the holidays requires organization. I had lists about…
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50 Activities To Keep Kids Busy Indoors
Need some boredom busters? Here are my top 50 Activities To Keep Kids Busy Indoors – all easy and inexpensive using things your already have around the house. Screen free and no need for batteries or usb cables these activities are sure to entertain the kids indoors. 50 Activities To Keep Kids Busy Indoors Play…
Banana Bread Recipe
I created this Banana Bread Recipe over the weekend – and it has been a HUGE HIT! As in – one loaf is already gone and we are halfway through the 2nd banana bread loaf. My whole family loves to eat something homemade for breakfast (the kids like to dip it in hot chocolate). This…
Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
When I’m hosting a large group, I often make my Macaroni and Cheese Recipe. It’s an easy homemade mac which can be done and served same day or makes for a great freezer meal idea. Every macaroni and cheese recipe needs a good cheese sauce and I always use my Béchamel Sauce Recipe. Don’t be afraid…homemade cheese sauce…
Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats Ideas
Looking for a boredom buster over the school break? I’ve got hands-on, screen free, totally delish Kellogg’s Rice Krispies Treats Ideas to entertain the kids (and you!). You most likely have everything you need in your kitchen already…so why not turn off the TV and enjoy some fun family time… To start off you need…
Family Taco Night
One of the latest additions to our menu is Family Taco Night. It’s a fun and healthy family meal. Plus, in our house, it’s a very social event as we have lots of chatting and sharing and passing during the meal. I recommend making your own Family Taco Night over the winter holidays – it’s…
Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Review
The Microsoft Surface Pro 3 replaces everything. I’m talking about replacing your laptop, tablet, gps, portable dvd player, music player, radio, gaming technology…everything! Imagine ditching all the devices and just packing one tool in your luggage. Students, work at home parents, work outside the home people – take note – this Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Review is the best…
7 New Family Movies on DVD
One of my most favourite things is watching a family movie on Friday nights. It’s a blissful routine in our house. With school breaks, long car trips, and holiday blahs approaching I thought it timely to put together 7 New Family Movies on DVD (a little something for everyone from toddler to grown-up)… 7 New Family…
Easy Melting Snowman Cookie Recipe
Kid activity?! Cookie? All in one?! Yes, this Easy Melting Snowman Cookie Recipe is all of that and more (it’s a great holiday cookie exchange idea!). I made these with my kids last year and they were a hit (both in activity and yummy factor). You have to try this Easy Melting Snowman Cookie Recipe……
Cinnamon Baked Breakfast Slice Recipe
This Cinnamon Baked Breakfast Slice Recipe is my next must-try recipe. I happen to LOVE cinnamon breads and the fact that I can prep this the night before and bake – makes it a fantastic recipe to add to my repertoire! For this Cinnamon Baked Breakfast Slice Recipe, slices of bread are layered and baked in a…
Gluten Free Pizza Bread Pudding Muffins
I know more than a few people who are Gluten free. So I’m sharing some Gluten Free Pizza Bread Pudding Muffins ideas using Dempster’s ZERO Bread. These Gluten Free Pizza Bread Pudding Muffins are a great addition to the school lunch box, buffet table or party platter… Gluten Free Pepperoni Pizza Bread Pudding Muffins 10 Gluten Free Pizza…
DIY Cake Stand
So easy yet so pretty! This DIY Cake Stand only uses a Bernardin jar and a glass pie plate; creating a functional and fashionable piece for your holiday table. Make one as a hostess gift…or create one to jazz up your own holiday table. From pot lucks to formal dinners – this DIY Cake Stand…