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Earlier this month I got SUPER lucky and won a prize off an online Instagram giveaway. The prize was a Halloween themed sleepover styled by Sweet T Sleepover Party. It would include 3 stylish tents, air mattresses, personalized name boards, lighting, table trays, cozy bedding, decorative pillows & customized party…
You’re never too young to volunteer. At least, that’s what I discovered when my three month old Ellie and I participated for our first time in the “Babies Who Volunteer” program. It’s a local nonprofit organization that partners with 50 care homes…
One of my favourite outings with the kids at this time of year is to visit the local apple orchards. Heading out on a warm and sunny September day to fill a bag of juicy apples is just the best. I love sampling the different apple varieties. To date, I…
Our cold, wet spring has led to a delayed start to the strawberry season, but it looks like finally the time has come. Taking my kids strawberry picking is always a favourite activity for me. There are few things that taste as good as locally grown strawberries. Most of the…
I love the Easter holiday weekend and the signs of spring that (hopefully) accompany it. My eldest, Lucas was born on Good Friday, so the weekend always carries extra significance for me about new life and a fresh start. Ottawa and the surrounding communities offer a ton of wonderful options…
Last month I had the pleasure of leaving my very old family mini-van in the garage for a week and test driving the 2019 Ford Fusion Energi hybrid. I have never driven a hybrid plug-in vehicle before and it was an enlightening experience! The Energi has three modes…
March break is upon us, and it’s important to have a plan on how to keep those kids busy and entertained! You may already have your kids signed up for a great March break camp, but if you’re like me, and you’re looking for…
It’s not quite warm enough to get that maple sap flowing yet…but it won’t be long now until the maple syrup is boiling at sugar shacks across Ontario and Quebec. Starting now, many of the Ottawa area sugar shacks are open for business! Visiting…
Winter in Ottawa isn’t always easy. This year has brought us a LOT of snow, freezing rain, and frigid temperatures – it can leave kids and adults feeling a little stir crazy. I know the importance of having some great options for an indoor space and play place…
My three year old is super into horses right now – horses and dogs. She has been asking if we can get one of each…and much to her disappointment, we are not getting either (not right now anyways, I would love to get a dog someday). But, my…
