We were excited to learn that Western Manitoulin Community Garden has been selected as 1of 5 finalists for David Suzuki Foundation Future Ground Prize sponsored by the Desjardins Group. This contest highlights existing, citizen-led initiatives within Ontario that have had a positive impact on the environment and local communities. To win, Western Manitoulin Community … [Read more...]
Endy ~ 6 Months & Counting! Amazing Sleep!
It's hard to believe that it's already been 6 months and counting and AMAZING sleep with our Endy mattress and pillows! 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. Amazing Sleep Ever since we got our Endy mattress and pillows last December, our family, friends, and our … [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...]
How to find a Vacation Spot that Fits Your Needs
How to find a Vacation Spot that Fits Your Needs Disclaimer - This post was written in partnership with Beaches Resorts. All opinions on this blog are my own. Choosing a place to vacation can be stressful—especially if you add kids to the mix. It never fails; one likes the pool while the other wants the beach. One likes to be active while others like to lounge and soak … [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...]
We Give Where We Live: Helping our Furry Friends #TeamTELUS #GiveWhereWeLive
We give where we live. Disclaimer – I am a #TeamTELUS advocate and this post was written in affiliation with TELUS. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. Volunteerism is high on our list of values we want to instil in Little One. Service to community, whether it be the involvement in labour, fundraising, baking, or other, every bit of … [Read more...]
TELUS Friendly Future Foundation
I'm so excited about the latest news regarding TELUS Friendly Future Foundation! Disclaimer - This post was written in partnership with TELUS as part of the #TeamTELUS Advocate program. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. One of the things I love most about TELUS is their philanthropic initiatives. For my family, working with and supporting … [Read more...]
Spinach Salad with Strawberries, Cucumber, and Candied Walnuts
Guest post from the lovely Lisa from Fabulous Habits. You can follow her on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, and Twitter. Hey, everyone! Lisa here from Fabulous Habits. Today, I am thrilled to share one of my easy-peasy summer salads on the Life on Manitoulin blog. Now that our family’s moved to a new condo, I have found myself hosting more often than usual. Perhaps it’s the … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Celebrate Earth Day Every Day
Though Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22nd, there are many ways we can celebrate Earth Day every day. Our family has a few family-friendly Earth Day ideas. It's important to get the whole family involved. Whether it's tree planting, planting a garden, attending local Earth Day events, or cleaning up waterways or doing some road-side clean up, all of these can be … [Read more...]
Oh Baby! A Mom’s Self-Care Survival Guide for the First Year & GIVEAWAY
Disclaimer - I received Oh Baby! A Mom's Self-Care Survival Guide for the First Year for the purpose of writing a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Oh Baby! A Mom's Self-Care Survival Guide for the First Year by Maria Lianos-Carbone is a refreshing book, and one that moms will be able to relate to. While there are many books and resources available regarding … [Read more...]
Life After Concussion: Forced Social Media Detox & Re-engaging with Tech
Life after concussion has been more challenging than I expected it to be. Disclaimer – I am a #TeamTELUS advocate and this post was written in affiliation with TELUS. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. It was just a regular day on the farm. I was walking my daughter to the bus stop and on my way back, I slipped on our icy lane and … [Read more...]
Million Hours of Giving #TeamTELUS #MillionHours
A million hours of giving. That's a lot of hours! Disclaimer - I am a #TeamTELUS advocate and this post was written in affiliation with TELUS. As always, all thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. Can you believe it's almost the end of January already? As we are nearing the end of the first month of 2018, I was thinking of all the events that have … [Read more...]
Greening Our Living Space: Ontario Tire Stewardship
Disclaimer - This is a sponsored post. Though this post was written in affiliation with Ontario Tire Stewardship, all thoughts and opinions are my own. I often think about the best ways for greening our living space. We live on a farm, and whenever I see tractor tires or tires from equipment or our truck that are no longer usable, I get this nagging feeling in my stomach. … [Read more...]
Jerk Fish Poutine
Jerk Fish Poutine? Some may think it sounds crazy, or even sacrilegious, but I have to tell you that Jerk Fish Poutine is surprisingly delicious! Disclaimer: This post was written in affiliation with Grace Foods. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. For purists, perhaps any alterations to the original Quebecois favourite may very well be unheard … [Read more...]
Healthy Aging for Pets #PurinaPetPeople
Healthy aging for pets may not be something we think of when we bring our newest member of the family into our home, but it is very important to consider. Disclaimer- This post was written in affiliation with and sponsored by Purina Canada as part of the #PurinaPetPeople ambassadorship. All thoughts and opinions expressed on this blog are my own. When Spike was a kitten, … [Read more...]