One of my mom's favourite treats is Baklava. We're going to do Baklava two ways today, because I have two great ways to make it. One is my favourite way and the way I first learned how to make it, and the other way is my aunt's way. My Tita Fely always cooks for huge crowds. I would say that she is probably the best cook in my mom's family. When it comes to cooking … [Read more...]
Family Fun with PlayMonster’s Stacktopus Game!
Disclosure - We were given PlayMonster Stacktopus to facilitate this honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. Our family enjoys family games nights. It's a great opportunity to foster togetherness, but we're also big into games! Now with COVID-19 and practising social distancing, we've been spending quite a bit of time finding … [Read more...]
Little One’s Chili con Carne Recipe
Disclosure - This Chili con Carne post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. We are certainly living in challenging and unusual times. People are staying at home and practising physical-distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. For us, this means not going out in social environments unless it is necessary. … [Read more...]
Family Favourite: Korean Beef Bulgogi #MyCanadianBeef
A family favourite in our house is Korean Beef Bulgogi. Disclosure - This post is written in partnership with Canadian Beef. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. Parents, perhaps some of you are trying to figure out what to cook for the family and are always on the look out for recipes to add to your … [Read more...]
100 Nights (and counting) of Amazing Sleep with Endy
Disclosure - This is a sponsored post in partnership with Endy. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. I have always had a challenging time getting a good night's sleep. I can't say that motherhood and having a child is to blame for my sleep issues, but that's part of it. In the past, I used to wake up several times during the … [Read more...]
PlayMonster MELTDOWN! #MeltdownMoment
Are you an easy-going, relaxed person or do you experience meltdown moments more often than not? PlayMonster's MELTDOWN makes having a meltdown actually FUN! Disclosure - We were given product to facilitate this honest review. All thoughts and opinions on this blog are honest and my own. PlayMonster is challenging families to play this ooey-gooey game of fun and NOT … [Read more...]
Special Gifts for this Holiday Season with Collage.com
Every year, I think of special gifts for this holiday season. I like to give gifts that are memorable, thoughtful, and that I think the recipient will enjoy. Disclaimer: I received product in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. I have to say that my parents are probably the most difficult people to shop … [Read more...]
Anxiety ~ Going From FOMO to JOMO
It wasn't until recently that I learned that quite a few people I know suffer from anxiety. It was not until recently that I discovered that I am one of those people. Disclaimer – This post was written in partnership with TELUS as part of their #TELUS_partner program. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. This is probably one of the … [Read more...]
TELUS & SickKids ~ How You Can Help
Regardless of whether or not you have children or have friends or family who have children, you will undoubtedly be familiar with or have heard of the Hospital for Sick Children (also known as SickKids). Disclaimer - This post was written in partnership with TELUS as part of their #TELUS_partner program. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my … [Read more...]
Custom Photo Puzzle ~ Great All Occasion Gift
Disclaimer - This Custom Photo Puzzle post was written in collaboration with collage.com. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. I have to admit that finding the perfect present for my parents has been a challenge over the past few years, since they're at the stage in their lives where they have everything they need and want. The one thing they love the … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Rock the Holiday Season
We've come up with 4 Ways to Rock the Holiday Season! Disclaimer - This post was written in partnership with TELUS. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is almost upon us. For me, the holidays are Rockwellian. With the freshly fallen snow, the turkey and all the fixings for Christmas dinner, and the … [Read more...]
11 Family-Friendly Slow Cooker Recipes
I'm always on the look-out for family-friendly slow cooker recipes. I use my slow cooker all year-round, but I do have to say that I use it more in Fall and Winter! If you're like me and trying to balance work, kids, home, spouse/partner and still need to get dinner on the table in between rushing from activities and sports after school, you probably need to have a … [Read more...]
Collage.com’s Photo Blankets = My New Favourite Gift Item!
Whenever I find something I love, I can't wait to tell all my friends and family about it. I love Collage.com's Photo Blankets and want to make one for all my loved ones for Christmas! Disclaimer: I received product in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. I think it's safe to say that when it comes to giving … [Read more...]
Have an Action-Packed Family Camping Adventure with Goliath®
When I think Summer break, the first thing that comes to mind is FAMILY CAMPING ADVENTURE! Disclaimer - We were given product to facilitate this honest review. All thoughts and opinions on this blog are my own. Growing up, my parents always made sure to take us camping at least once during our Summer break. We'd go to Algonquin Park or Gatineau Park. We've even ventured as … [Read more...]
Fern Resort ~ Family Fun & Something for Everyone
Disclaimer - This post was written in partnership with Fern Resort. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are honest and my own. For the past few years, I've been seeing posts on social media about Fern Resort, and I always wondered if the resort would live up to all the accolades it has received. We recently had the opportunity to stay at Fern Resort, and I can … [Read more...]