Create with clay the Poppit way! Make a miniature world that looks so real. Just load the popper with clay, pop out your piece and make cute mini creations! Little One is constantly making things. She definitely has a creative spirit. Whether it's kitchen concoctions she is whipping up, or miniature items she is creating for her dolls, Little One thoroughly enjoys … [Read more...]
Yes, Our Pets Have a Pet Wish List Too!
Yes, even our pets have a pet wish list too! Little One is very adamant about the pets also receiving gifts at Christmas. She loves adding all the little special touches to show her pets how much she loves them. It always makes me smile, because I think it's very interesting to see how creative and imaginative she is. She even makes cards and drawings for them, even … [Read more...]
Limeapple: Fashion & Comfort
Limeapple knows fashion and comfort for girls. Now that Little One just turned eight this month, she all of a sudden thinks she's a "big kid". Eight years old! She is a big kid now. She is also very particular about her clothing now. In other words, she doesn't want me to pick out her clothes for her. She likes choosing her own outfits, while making sure that are … [Read more...]
Coundown for Gilmore girls: A Year in the Life! #StreamTeam
Gilmore girls: A Year in the Life is just days away, and we are so excited! The Gilmore Girls has been a longtime favourite of mine. What girl in my vintage doesn't remember anticipating each new episode and getting a glimpse into the lives of Lorelai and Rory? I always loved the relationship Lorelai and Rory had. It was certainly very different from the mother/daughter … [Read more...]
The Fresh Scent of Lavender
Disclaimer - This is a sponsored post, however all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. Isn't it incredible how certain fragrances and scents can evoke memories or transport us to another time in our lives? The fresh scent of lavender reminds me of my grandparents. I was first introduced to the calming, fresh scent of lavender by my maternal … [Read more...]
Maplelea Girls: Canadian Dolls for Canadian Girls #MapleleaLove
Canadian girls. What exactly does it mean to be a Canadian girl? I asked my little one what she thought it meant to be a Canadian girl. My eight year old said that Canadian girls are smart, kind, active, helpful, and unique. I thought it was sweet that those were the first adjectives that came to her mind. Being unique is something my Little One is proud of. She is … [Read more...]
Create Moments Together ~ Pom Pom WOW Giveaway
A funny thing happened when Little One and I opened up her box of Pom Pom WOW. We discovered another way to create moments together. One of the things my little one always says is, "let's create beautiful moments." It makes me smile, because she wants to create moments together through art. She's been watching YouTube videos, and has been talking about this fun new craft … [Read more...]
World Prematurity Day: No Baby Unhugged
No Baby Unhugged. November 17th is World Prematurity Day, a day intended to raise awareness of the high rates of premature births worldwide. When babies arrive early they’re sensitive, vulnerable and in need of care around the clock. And while medicine and machines are an important part of their treatment, hospitals are now discovering human touch and hugs are also a … [Read more...]
Time Flies! Our Little Preemie is EIGHT Years Old!
I never fully understood what people meant when they told me "Enjoy them while they're young", "They're only little once", and "Time flies!" Then I had a child and all of a sudden, I knew what others meant, and boy, were they right. Time flies! It's hard to believe that this time eight years ago, I was on strict hospital bed rest at Mount Sinai Hospital. It all seems like … [Read more...]
Mini Chocolate Chess Pies
It's National Chocolate Day, so we whipped up some Mini Chocolate Chess Pies. One of my husband's favourite desserts is Chocolate Chess Pie. Hubby mentioned recently that I haven't been baking as much as when we first started dating. Before we got married, I baked him gourmet cheesecakes regularly. Now, he only gets homemade gourmet cheesecake on his birthday or on … [Read more...]
Modern Way to Send Money: Western Union’s WU® mobile app
Looking for a modern way to send money? Western Union now has its WU® mobile app. Just the other weekend, at a family event, I got into a conversation with family members and friends about sending money electronically. Situations where one would need to send money included wiring money to a son in university, to sending a sibling cash in a flash in times of … [Read more...]
Netflix-Inspired Halloween Costumes! #NetflixHalloween #StreamTeam
For us, Halloween is all about being able to dress up and have fun! We love seeing everyone's costumes, because each and every year, the neighbourhood kids and their parents demonstrate their creativity with their Halloween costumes! If you're looking for some inspiration, why not draw from the hundreds and thousands of characters from your favourite Netflix … [Read more...]
Shocked At What I Have Been Doing To My Child
I am shocked at what I have been doing to my child. "Donne un beau bec!" "Give Grandma a hug!" "Give Uncle George a kiss goodbye!" I had no idea that by telling my child to do these things, I was doing her a tremendous disservice. I grew up in a culture where every adult relative or friend was considered family. Friends of the family were all "aunts" and … [Read more...]
Halloween Fun for the Entire Family at Dynamic Earth #DEHalloween #SudburyTourism
Dynamic Earth has some spooky treats for families this Halloween! If you're looking for some festive fun, head over to Dynamic Earth! Halloween Fun for the entire family at Dynamic Earth ~ Definitely an evening to remember! The home of the Big Nickel presents a slew of activities for families to enjoy, including Halloween Treats, Tunnel of Terror, Family Fun Halloween … [Read more...]
Le Petit Spa ~ Mommy’s Me Time #Glambassador
I'm so excited about Le Petit Spa! Moms, do you treat yourselves to some Me Time every now and then? After-school activities, piano lessons, dance class, birthday parties, and so many other things "Little One-related" are always on my mind. As a busy mom, I very rarely take time out for myself, and I'm learning that I do need to have some Me Time. Me Time can come in … [Read more...]