It's August already and that means school is just around the corner. I can hardly believe that Summer is halfway done. I feel as though I just blinked and Summer break has flown by. You know what August means, right? Back to school is on its way and time for school supplies and back to school outfits! Little One is a stylish kid. She is very particular when it comes to … [Read more...]
It’s the Little Things that Mean the Most
Great customer service starts from the ground up. I’ve partnered with TELUS, a company obsessed with improving customer service every day, to share stories of companies across Canada that are showing us how we can all expect more. To learn more about TELUS and how they are putting customers first, check out www.telus.com/expectmore When I think about my … [Read more...]
Going from #SagToSwag with Pampers Cruisers
I would be lying if I said I haven't been entertaining the thought of having another baby. The thought has entered my mind, and as the birth announcements from several friends have been flooding my Facebook and inbox, I have been feeling the want for another baby more and more. Within just the past two weeks, my friend and his husband announced the birth of their twins and … [Read more...]
Grab your tissues! Hugginz by Angel will make your heart melt!
With all the touting of praises for TELUS, my friends always ask me if I work for TELUS! The truth is...no! I am, however, a loyal customer and have been with TELUS since I returned from working in Japan back in 2000! Not only do I find their service to be top notch, but I love all the other things TELUS does for their community. Their exemplary initiatives like … [Read more...]
For the love of good food!
Every now and then, we meet people we connect with through shared passions, hobbies, and interests. Most of you already know how much I love cooking and entertaining. When I discovered there was another food blogger on Manitoulin Island, I was so excited! Oh, and she's not just another food blogger! She's also a fellow Food Bloggers of Canada blogger! I became a member in … [Read more...]
So Happy Together ~ @flyerland #itsbettertogether Contest
When my friend (and co-worker), @Dogpaddling told me about the @flyerland #itsbettertogether contest, I couldn't get this song out of my head...So happy togetherWhen I think of things that go well together, I immediately think:Toast and jamHoney and cheese (don't know why!)Apple and pieHugs and kissesYou and ISand and surfChocolate and cake (or chocolate cake!)Simon and … [Read more...]
Blue Jay Creek Art Farm #ManitoulinSpotlight
On Manitoulin Island, there is a place where friendly faces greet you as you stop off to pick up your eggs and vegetables. You'll likely find people working in the garden and cultivating produce -- food that nourishes the body. Real food...straight from the garden to your table. You'll no doubt hear singing coming from the garden too. It's a magical place.This place is Blue … [Read more...]
Giving Thanks
Never in a million years would I have ever imagined what it would feel like to be on the receiving end of the kind of love and support we received over a week ago. When I think about the tremendous outpour of concern and well wishes, I get so overwhelmed and end up crying.Giving ThanksWhat I originally thought would be a quick in and out visit at the hospital for an … [Read more...]
Official Princess Parties & a BIG Surprise for a Sick Little Girlie!
Over a week ago, my four year old was airlifted to Ottawa and sent to CHEO (Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario). Other than her early delivery (when I was sent by air ambulance to Mount Sinai, where Little One canon-balled her way into existence), this experience was probably one of the scariest times in my life.After Little One's surgery, one of the first things she … [Read more...]
Places to Stay & Things to Do on Manitoulin Island this Summer #ManitoulinSpotlight
With the MS Chi Cheemaun sailing again and the everyone celebrating the unofficial start of Summer, you're now ready to plan on your amazing Manitoulin Island Summer vacation. Right? I'm not lying when I say that Mantioulin Island is truly a magical place. I left Toronto in 2004 and fell in love with the Island. I've been living here for almost 10 years and love living … [Read more...]
Calling all Canadian entrepreneurs: Tell @TELUS & @globeandmail your greatest business challenge for a chance to earn a $100,000 grant
Being a small/medium sized business owner isn't easy - especially when you're starting out. A little help, like a small business grant can certainly go a long way. This is yet another reason I am a TELUS client (and fan) through and through. A company that is invested in helping entrepreneurs grow is a company I appreciate and respect.In March, TELUS and The Globe and Mail … [Read more...]
School’s Out For Summer! Not Quite, But A Staycation At @Fallsavenue @FallsWaterpark is Perfect for Family Fun This Summer! #likenowhereelse {GIVEAWAY}
People used to always tell me "Oh, we hate road trips" or "Road trips are so awful" and "You can't go on a road trip with young kids."When we were kids, my parents took us on tons of road trips and we had a blast! We'd drive from Montreal to Florida every year. We'd also make shorter road trips from Montreal to Toronto or Montreal to New York to visit our family. What I loved … [Read more...]
#4000Party Contest #7: Win a Set of 5 Funkins! @myfunkins
In celebration of @LilSugarMag and @chancesmommy both reaching 4,000+ Twitter follwers, we're having a fun-filled few days of giveaways!To show you how much we appreciate YOU we will be giving away 1 product each day on Twitter for the next few days!! Woot!! Not on Twitter? Don't worry, we have you covered! All prizes will be announced on Facebook as well...just follow the link … [Read more...]
#4000Party Contest #6: Set of 4 Pancake Puddle Books! @pancakepuddles
The week of fun giveaways continues as Lil-Sugar and I celebrate both of us reaching 4,000+ Twitter follwers!To show you how much we appreciate YOU we will be giving away 1 product each day on Twitter for the next few days!! Whoot!! Not on Twitter? Don't worry, we have you covered! All prizes will be announced on Facebook as well...just follow the link and enter for your chance … [Read more...]
Chill to Win with @TimHortons! {Giveaway}
I can almost feel it! Summer is almost here! Blue skies and lots of sunshine make me think that beach weather is just around the corner!I have to say that warmer weather also makes me think of Tim Hortons Iced Capps and Raspberry Frozen Lemonade (which I dubbed #RasFroLem on Twitter last Summer)! Okay, I won't lie. I also drink Iced Capps in the cold Winter months because I … [Read more...]