The Recipe to Riches Entrées episode was a really nerve-wracking one. All three recipes sounded delicious! I have to say that my husband was confident that the pulled pork sandwich recipe was going to win. We had a friendly bet going on (as we do each week for Recipe to Riches). He was rooting for the pulled pork. I can't say I don't blame him. It's such a "manly man meal"! … [Read more...]
GlassesUSA.com – Great Glasses Without Breaking the Bank!
When I was in high school, I got my first pair of glasses. I thought I'd beat the odds of ever having to wear glasses, even if my family members wore glasses. Back then (as a teenager), glasses just were not cool. I actually had two pairs of glasses. I think the optometrist's office had a 2 for 1 sale on, because I had a red pair and a blue pair. They were not the most … [Read more...]
Celebrating the Holidays with Hallmark
The Holiday Season is my favourite time of the year. It's the one time in the year that I get to spend with my family and friends that live out of town. It's always been such a special time to celebrate and share with loved ones. Now, with a child of my own, the Holidays have even greater importance to me. Knowing how busy and chaotic the Holidays can often be with … [Read more...]
Recipe to Riches: Creamy Kulfi!
By now, many of you must know how addicted I am to FoodNetwork Canada and to the new reality TV cooking show, Recipe to Riches. What I enjoy about the show is that they've brought food that many people might not be familiar with and introduced it to the general public in the form of President's Choice products. Even for those recipes that did not win, the whole nation has been … [Read more...]
ShesConnected & Toshiba Holiday Heroes Brand Ambassador Program: Honey, I Want a Toshiba 3D TV!
I was recently selected as a Toshiba Brand Ambassador. ShesConnected has partnered up with Toshiba Canada to help spread the word about the new Toshiba Tablet and 3D televisions. My mission was to visit a local retailer and check out either the Toshiba Tablet or the Toshiba Passive 3D TL515 Series.Thanks to ShesConnected and Toshiba Canada! To facilitate my "mission", I was … [Read more...]
Holiday Gift Ideas
On Manitoulin Island, we are fortunate to have Ultimately Chocolate for delectable gourmet chocolate treats. It's always a pleasure to chat with Lisabeth Flanagan, the owner of Ultimately Chocolate. Her effervescent personality and her passion for creating stunning, rich, and delicious treats really shine in each and every piece she creates. She uses only the finest … [Read more...]
Recipe to Riches – Bannock Hazelnut Pie
"Mmmmm! What is this, Hon?", inquired Hubby. "It's really good!""It's Bannock Hazelnut Pie. I got the chance to make the winning recipe for Wednesday's Recipe to Riches show and blog about it.""Oooh!" said Hubby with a note of surprise in his voice. "I'd actually highly recommend it. It's got lots of flavour in there. It's very good, considering there's no meat in it!"Did he … [Read more...]
How Blogging and Social Media Have Changed My Life
I blog and keep up with the social media world in between teaching, family, farm, and home duties. Through blogging, I have made connections with people I wouldn't have otherwise been able to speak with. When I felt isolated and alone during my high risk pregnancy, I turned to people who were going through similar experiences. Though am extremely thankful that I had the love … [Read more...]
Orkids Sustainable Stainless Steel Mealtime Combo Review and Giveaway!
A few months ago, I began a wonderful relationship with a business I love and respect tremendously. Not only are their products fantastic, but we instantly hit it off. I was also excited to find out that I was the very first product reviewer to blog for this great business!I don't like using plastic utensils/cutlery, plates, bowls, or cups. Not only do I find them wasteful, … [Read more...]
Recipe to Riches: Are You Getting Excited?!?
By now, many of you might know how much I love FoodNetwork Canada. I may have mentioned just how much I love the new show, Recipe to Riches too. The concept is pretty incredible. Home cooks from all over Canada compete to have their original recipes turned into a President's Choice product and win $25,000. Winners of each episode are eligible for the show's grand prize of … [Read more...]
Win a $10,000 Dream Canadian Vacation!!!
I have to admit that I feel really guilty. Why? Well, I love traveling. I love exploring different countries, learning about new cultures, and just taking everything in. Before I turned 25, I had traveled to eleven countries, twenty U.S. states, and only four Canadian provinces.Yes, only four. Don't get me wrong. I love my country. I guess I've always just taken for granted … [Read more...]
Recipe To Riches
I have a confession. I am addicted to Food Network Canada. Addicted!Truth be told, I wasn't always a good cook. In fact, my family will tell you how awful a cook I once was. I was a spoiled child who never ever had to cook a meal until I moved out on my own. Not-quite-done okay, still very pink! baked chicken, hard-as-nails pasta and rice...Yes, I was a failure at culinary … [Read more...]
Dancing With The Cars
By now, you must all know how much we love the wonderful folks at PhotoCaptiva. They keep coming up with such amazing ideas for photo shoots. We get our annual family Christmas card photos done by them and Little One's milestone pics have been taken by them too.PhotoCaptiva just had their first experience with the video in their DSLR camera. Check it out! Tell them what you … [Read more...]
Not So Tricky Halloween Blog Tour
It's that time of the year again! Halloween!Sure, the scary Jack 'O Lanterns, the spooky decorations and getting dressed up in costumes is exciting (okay, for the kids too!), but what I looked forward to the most when I was a kid was...You guessed it! The loot!It was always so fun to see what kind of treats our neighbours would have for us. "Make sure you go to so-and-so's … [Read more...]
Trick-or-Treating photography tips & Kodak’s Free Print Week!
Being a parent of an only (for now) child, I tend to take a lot of photos of Little One! Yes, A LOT of photos! Halloween is an exciting time (and an occasion that gives ample photo opportunities)! How can a parent resist taking pics of their little cuties all decked out in adorable costumes?Kodak has these tips for parents (like me!) who will be snapping a million Halloween … [Read more...]