I hate to admit it, but I am not really good with stress. There. I said it. The past week was pretty overwhelming and I *gasp* could not wait until the weekend rolled around so I could have a drink. Yes. I really, really wanted to a drink. That's something I haven't said in ages!Our Summer has been hectic and chaotic with work, family, the farm, events, visitors, … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday – Dinner & A Book
On Wednesdays all over the internet, bloggers all over the world post a photograph with no words or explanation of the photo on their blog. Hence the title ‘Wordless Wednesday’. The idea is that the photo itself says so much that it doesn’t need any description. However, today's post isn't so wordless.The above photos were taken at the Dinner & A Book event at the Garden Shed … [Read more...]
Papersalt Books {Review}
I have to admit that one of the things I worry about having a daughter is whether I'm teaching her proper values (okay, and maybe whether she'll fare well in the world outside of our home). With Little One starting Junior Kindergarten this coming Fall, my anxiety level is through the roof.Maybe I worry too much, but I won't lie in saying I have concerns.Sometimes children are … [Read more...]
Grace’s Sweet Life – Review
I love to bake. I love creating delectable treats for friends and family to enjoy. I have to admit that I do a lot less baking now that I'm married. When Hubby and I were still dating, I did a lot of baking! My Grandmother always told me that the way to a man's heart was through his stomach! Boy, was she ever right!On a recent trip to Montreal and Quebec City, we were able … [Read more...]
Hey Canada!
Going on a cross-country road trip has been a dream of mine ever since I was a kid. I think I was in grade 4 when I told myself that I needed to see all of Canada before I die. Yes, I thought about things like that in grade 4! I wanted to rent a Winnebago and travel coast to coast, take in the sights, and learn all about this great country of ours.Thirty-something years … [Read more...]
Nature’s Almanac
I have a little secret. I love the Old Farmers' Almanac. I have been getting my Dad a copy of the Almanac every year since we moved up to the Island. Why? Well, when move to the Island, gardening becomes a huge part of your life. Dad always had a green thumb and had an amazing way of growing the most beautiful plants, but the size of his garden here is ten times the size … [Read more...]
Lianne’s Quick Guide: Babies 0 to 6 Months – Review and Giveaway!
Before I became a Mom, I never anticipated all the questions, worries, and concerns I'd have after bringing baby home from the hospital. Babies do not come with instruction manuals.I thought that parents had built-in programming that automatically helped us through all the different stages of our child's development, told us what to do when they cry, make us know just what to … [Read more...]
NaBloPoMo Day 2: It’s So Hard to Love You
In my early adult years, I've witnessed loved ones struggle with addictions. Whether it be a friend with a food addiction, a drug addiction, alcohol addiction, gambling addiction, sex addiction, it was something I could never really grasp or comprehend. Not being able to understand lead to not being able to help these loved ones or properly "be there" for them...without … [Read more...]
Saving Women’s Hearts Giveaway Winner!
Happy Friday, everyone!We've been snowed in today (we couldn't even get out of our lane). It hasn't really stopped snowing, but I guess if we want to put things into perspective, we have nothing to complain about. Watching the news of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan really made my heart sink. We're thinking of all our friends living in Japan. I've been frantically … [Read more...]
Saving Women’s Hearts: Book Review and Giveaway
Heart disease is probably something that many of us worry think about. When I was a kid, it wasn't something I even gave a single thought about. Now, I find myself making sure I go to my dance and pilates classes and go to my Zumba classes. I make sure my family and I healthy, well-balanced meals with lots of veggies. I won't lie. I do worry about heart disease.I was shocked … [Read more...]
Once Upon A Potty
Once Upon A Potty has been around for a long time. I suppose it's not by accident that this potty training aid has endured the test of time. The book was written and illustrated by Alona Frankel for her son, Michael. Once Upon A Potty has been around since the 1970s and is a best-seller worldwide. There is a version for boys and one for girls. In the boy's version, the main … [Read more...]
We’ve Got Some Winners!
Can you believe it's almost Halloween?! That means October is almost over. That means Christmas is just around the corner. That means the New Year is almost upon us! Whoa. That is crazy!Anyway, we are happy to announce that the winner of the Today I Ate A Rainbow! Giveaway is: <img … [Read more...]
We’ve Got a Winner!!!
The winner of last week's contest is...Alyssa!!!Congratulations! You have won a copy of Rosemary Wells' Read to Your Bunny! Your prize will be shipped to you sometime this week. Enjoy!Our Iams ProActive Health contest is still open. Enter to win something for that special canine baby in your life! Thanks to Iams and Mom Central, one lucky reader will win a voucher for a free … [Read more...]
For the Love of Books
I started reading to Little One when she was still a tiny little sprout growing inside me.Since she was born at 28 weeks (3 months premature!), we spent the first 70 days of her life in the hospital. While she was in her isolette (incubator), I read to her. When she "graduated" to a "big girl crib" and was moved to the Level II nursery, I read to her. I have to say that those … [Read more...]
Momnesia. It Really Does Exist!
Have you ever forgotten your friends' names or couldn't remember your own phone number? Have you ever torn your house apart, looking for your car keys...Only to discover they were in your pocket the entire time? Have you ever put someone on hold while on the phone...and then walked away and completely forgot that you had someone on hold in the first place?I'm afraid to tell … [Read more...]