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We’re having some weird weather in Montreal right now. On Christmas Eve, the wind blew and there was so much rain and mild temperatures that the snow melted and hasn’t come back yet.  I’m not complaining…I’m not a fan of cold weather. But when it comes to the winter break,…

What a morning! I have major respect for the team and hosts of all morning shows, because boy, is there a lot of prep work!! This morning I was up at 5am, hours before my kids. I got dressed in the dark, straightened my hair, put a full face of…

Christmas is going to be filled with family game time thanks to Hasbro this season. I was contacted by them to check out some of their holiday suggestions and these were my top choices. I think all three are perfect additions to your family: Perfection Game – the original Hasbro…

Do you have a Christmas album collection? Nowadays, listening to Christmas music is easy. There are so many choices of streaming radio stations or using apps like Songza with playlists all set for you. There’s even a radio station in Montreal that plays Christmas music around the clock from mid…

Tomorrow I will be waking up earlier than my family to chat with Mike Finnerty on CBC Daybreak Montreal. The topic I was asked to discuss is tech for kids. When I brought it up to friends and readers on Facebook and Twitter, a lot of you had strong opinions…

When I was living in Italy, one of the most beautiful items I used to ogle over was paper. Sounds a little strange? Well, not really if you consider the history of Florentine stationery. Beautifully crafted patterns were available on notebooks and journals, as well as other office accessories, and…

Remember that crazy amazing giveaway I had going on about winning one of two Roku 3 streaming devices? Well, you all were incredible in your participation for crowing the ultimate holiday movie. I got some great suggestions. Some were already deemed favourites in our home, while a couple I hadn’t…

I was one of the people begging others not to post anything to do with the holidays so early. Yet, here I am doing that very thing. But I swear, I have a REALLY good reason. I was contacted by Staples Canada to participate in a holiday campaign and I…

Today, I’m rounding up some fantastic Halloween Family Crafts to help get you in the Halloween spirit! October 31st is just not about the candy… it’s about how you enjoy the festivities! Halloween is in just a few days and my kids are jumping off the walls already, and it…

Disney’s Princesses and Heroes are Coming to Montreal! Ok mamas, mark the calendar for something over-the-top special this fall. Disney On Ice is coming with their princesses and heroes for a wonderful show at the Montreal Bell Center from October 8th-13th. I have been offered a magical giveaway for four…