These days it seems to be harder and harder to get kids to turn off the TV and put down their video games to go outside and play even though we have a wonderful outdoor space equipped with things like cupolas and weathervanes. So, why can’t we get the kids […]
What better way to celebrate Canada Day then to educate ourselves on some weird facts about our homeland? Here are some strange things you probably didn’t know about our country: #1: We Are Prepared For The Arrival Of Aliens: For some odd reason a UFO landing pad was built in St. […]
When it’s a hot summer day the first treat we usually think of is a popsicle, a frozen fruit flavoured snack that kids love. Why not try a frozen yogurt pop instead? They’re easy to make and a much healthier alternative to the sugar filled store bought popsicles. To make […]
Top 20 mom – isms — things your mom always said and that I now find myself saying way too much! Why? Because I SAID so, that’s why! Do you think I’m made of money? So what if Bob’s mom let him do it? If Bob’s mom let him jump […]
Summer camp can be one of the most rewarding, unforgettable experiences in a child’s life. Camp provides children with a community of caring mentors who provide experiential education that leads to self-respect and appreciation for life. All of the outcomes—friendships, overcoming challenges, staying healthy and building character— prepare them for […]
This section of ‘what I learned’ was one of the hardest. It took some serious thought but it also forced me to take a hard look at myself and allow me to appreciate things about my personality that some people (including myself) have consider flawed. I’m Moody But that doesn’t […]
Sitting down and reflecting on my childhood was such an interesting thing to do. It made me remember some of the most important lessons I learned, and made me rethink certain aspects of my adult life. Growing up is tough. Being a teenager is tougher. But the journey of adulthood […]
This month we’re taking a spiritual journey into the topic of our lives. Each stage of life has its ups and downs, but every stage teaches you new things. Sometimes you forget these things when the going gets tough or you get older. I’d like to take this opportunity to […]
Happy Spring everyone! This month we wanted to try something new and exciting. I’ve always loved the idea of a blog series (spending one month posting about one topic). There are so many broad topics that can be broken down into a variety of different messages, which is why I […]
On rainy days you and your kids can have hours of fun making and playing with your own Pom Pom Monsters. They are easy to make and only take a few minutes to complete. Courtesy of The Purple Pug What you’ll need: Cardboard (the thin stuff from a cereal box […]
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