If there's one thing I am really passionate about, it's car seat safety. Keeping our kids safe is not only important, but it's our duty as parents. This became clearer than ever to me when Little One and I were in a car accident this past Winter where our vehicle rolled over. All I can say is thank goodness Little One was still in a car seat. I honestly believe her car seat … [Read more...]
Traveling during March Break? Top 10 tips for traveling smart with your smartphone!
March Break is upon us! What are your plans? Are you staycationing or headed somewhere WARM? Lounging on the beach somewhere tropical sounds blissful right now! It comes to no surprise that many Canadians are getting ready to head out on their March Break getaways. Did you know that 1 in 4 Canadians plan to escape winter by vacationing down south? Lucky for us, TELUS knows … [Read more...]
I went to #NAIAS and fell in love…with my beloved Ford Mustang! #FordNAIAS
Ever since I was in high school, my dream vehicle has always been the Ford Mustang GT Convertible. I vowed that one day I would find myself in the lap of my beloved Mustang. The wind blowing through my hair, the open highway and a tank full of gas, some good tunes blasting -- that was all I needed. Then I got married to a farmer and had a baby. I'll likely only ever get a … [Read more...]
Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel #FordNAIAS
When traveling, the most important things to me are safety, comfort and convenience (read: ease of navigating). I have to admit that I get lost often. I don't know why. I've been traveling overseas with my family ever since I was an infant and I've traveled alone to Barbados (to meet up with my best friend who was staying there for the Summer). I've also traveled alone to … [Read more...]
Motel Montcalm & Family Fun in Gatineau, Quebec #Giveaway
Fall in the Gatineau area is spectacular. The vibrant colours of the leaves coupled with the many activities and events make Gatineau, Quebec an ideal travel destination. Don't get me wrong. We live on a beautiful island where Fall colours are stunning as well. However, we had the opportunity to visit Gatineau with our four year old daughter in tow and we were wowed by Fall … [Read more...]
Thoughts #WordlessWednesday
Thoughts It's been a difficult week. A week filled with lots of sadness. Not just for myself, but for others dear to us. Just when I was facing life altering news, my friend's news put things into perspective for me. My heart breaks. When life gets overwhelming, this is my perfect place for a retreat. Where do you go when you need to be alone with your … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday~ Manitoulin
Sometimes there are no words. Wordless Wednesday~ Our life on Manitoulin Link up your Wordless Wednesday posts! We'd love to check them out! … [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...]