Celebrating

Did you happen to see the Google search image yesterday? If not, here it is:Google commemorated the comic series on its 45th anniversary with this image. I remember growing up with these characters and now my children love them. We have the comic books, the children’s books and the videos…

Home is comfort and warmth, inside and out Home is the safest place on earth with the most compassion Home is fun and silly, where I can be my true self and will be loved as I am.   Well, they can’t fit all that on a pillow, but the…

You did it. You left it to the last minute. Maybe you figured you had more time; maybe you just didn’t know the exact right thing to get her. But now, you have very little time and you want to make an impact and show your mama just how much…

What is Cinco de Mayo? Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican heritage. The 5th of May celebration originates from the The Battle of Puebla in 1862 where Mexico defeated France.  The day has become a symbol of Mexican resistance, and became an inspirational celebration in the US during…

First aid knowledge is vital – especially when you’re raising a family. Today, we’re discussing allergies and EpiPens and why it’s so important to learn how to use an EpiPen. A little while ago, I took a First Aid course in my sister’s home with Red Cross instructor, Nancy Reynolds of…

Usually, for children, an upcoming holiday or special event is talked about long before the event. When my little ones see the first snow fall, they want to know how far away Christmas will be. When we turn the calendar to a new month, the first thing they will see…

When it comes to Valentine’s Day I only think of a few places to go for sweet and thoughtful gifts for my loved ones. Hallmark is always at the top of my list. That’s why I am thrilled to be a #LoveHallmarkCA blogger for a second year. It gave me…

One thing that always comes up during this month, with much thanks to Valentine’s Day, is the idea of preserving a memory. I mean, let’s face it, all the DIY crafts, the artwork, and the items you collect in your home that surround you on a daily basis, are there…

A dismal title, I know. But for some, turning a new page to a new year is not all fireworks and champagne. I am one of them. As a mama, celebrating every moment for children is important. They want to have fun and commemorate special days. It’s also a great…

This evening, I will be stuffing three stockings and hanging them on our fireplace mantle. Aside from the useful/necessary items like socks and mittens, or the yummy treats, here are some suggestions for filling up your child’s stocking. My favourite places to pick things up are Jouets Choo-Choo, DeSerres, Hallmark, and the…