FREE PRINTABLE BIRTHDAY CAKE BANNER Birthday parties can be over the top, or simple fun gatherings. No matter what your party style is, it’s the thought that counts but something little can make a thoughtful touch. My boys seem to think that a birthday means decorations. We don’t go over the top, just some dollar…
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Pass The Dish – Coconut Cream Pie
Its holiday time, and in Canada we are oh so lucky to have an early Thanksgiving in October. Our family has some citizens of both the US and Canada, so we sometimes get to celebrate both events. So many good meals. My favorite contribution to any meal is the desert, and what better to share…
Its Time To Start The Gift Lists
I realize it isn’t even October yet, but now is the time of year when I start making lists for gift ideas. In order to avoid the last-minute overwhelm I buy things as I see them, start the handmade projects, and make all the lists. If you are shopping for items on Amazon, why not…
Family Fun Birthday Party For Grandma
Celebrate! It was my moms birthday recently and I wanted to do something beyond our usual dinner and ice cream family celebrations. Not that those aren’t awesome, and I love simple parties, but after some crappy family events she needed a true party. She had a birthday cake fit for a Princess. Crown included. Ice…
Netflix Happy Birthday On Demand
When it comes time to celebrate a birthday do you secretly cringe at the pressure to have the pinterest perfect party? I know I struggle with the battle between making it special and magical vs stressing yourself out over all the planning. But guess what? The kids are pretty excited with cake and ice-cream. They…
My Amazon Favorite Finds
Its finally convenient for Canadians: I have been late to the game when it comes to online shopping – it isn’t until now that I find it is affordable and easy to one stop shop with Amazon.ca. I will not miss the afternoons spent driving to 3 stores looking for the best deal and selection…
Sneaking is the new Bingeing #momsneak
We have talked about netflix cheating before, but I am told that sneaking is the new bingeing. Before I had kids I always thought moms were joking when they would mention hiding in the pantry to sneak a treat they didn’t want to share, or other sneaky things moms do. But now, especially, I…
DNA Testing For Ancestry #TheGolden23
Have you ever wanted to get your DNA tested? The whole idea seems so high-tech but the inspiring stories of people who have learned so much about themselves are found today. Your DNA can tell you so much about yourself. If you are looking for information about your ancestry and to understand who you are…
10 Ways To Style School Uniforms
Do you feel like school uniforms and fashion can’t coexist? I am here to show you otherwise. Yes, a polo shirt and khakis can have you feeling like a cashier at Target. However, with a few tips to style school uniforms, you can feel confident showing off your stylish side while still maintaining your school’s…