Red, White & Ready to Celebrate
How to Make the Most of Canada Day in the Capital Looking for the best way to celebrate Canada’s birthday this July 1st? Whether you’re planning a backyard bash, a picnic with family, or eagerly awaiting fireworks, this national holiday is filled with festive possibilities. Canadians and visitors alike dress in red and white […]
Pack it all in Canada Day
Stand out in a crowd. Use a bright coloured backpack. The bright colour allows you to be recongizable in a crowd. Keep food cool. Pack a lunch bag cooler. A tip for keeping things cold is to freeze your juice boxes overnight and use them as ice packs the next day. It’s a great treat at […]
Make a Canada Flag
Our red and white maple leaf flag was first raised over Parliament Hill 58 years ago on February 15, 1965. Celebrate Canada Day with your family by making a special flag of your own. Hand painted Canada Flag Here’s an easy one. Grab some paper and red paint. Let the creativity begin. Canada Flag Playdough […]
Father’s Day Gifts for the Man who has Everything
As a mother and as a daughter, I have run the gamut on Father’s Day gift-giving over the years. From barbeque accessories, to clothing and ties, sports equipment, gadgets, and fishing gear, I have given many gifts to the men in my life, but non so precious as the memories we have made together. This […]
Race Weekend – Tough Runs Don’t Last- Tough Runners Do!
I am going to start this blog with my own big shout out to the many people who crowd the sidelines of the race every year to cheer, congratulate and encourage the thousands of runners who pass by. Thank you, thank you! Again this year, there will be an army of volunteers out on […]
Handmade Mother’s Day Gifts
My life has been fully blessed with mothers—my grandmother, mother-in-law, my sisters and sisters -in-law and of course, my mother. I have so much to celebrate this weakened including my own motherhood and my two fantastic kids! It is so nice to spend time with the women in my life and I find that going […]
Easter Brunch
Easter is on the way! It’s a perfect time to start new family traditions and get your kids busy in the kitchen.
Awesome Easter Activities
Easter weekend has arrived, and there are so many activities for you in and around Ottawa! Get ready to create cherished memories with one of these Easter adventures that will leave the whole family smiling from ear to ear! Hop on over to a Farm for some Easter Fun Easter Weekend at the Proulx Maple […]
Five Great Alternatives to Easter Candy
Holidays are an adventure at our house. Easter is no exception with the abundance of sweets and chocolate. While I agree that some candy is fun, this year I plan to change up the easter routine by setting up an in-house scavenger hunt. The kids get a map from the Easter bunny, leading them to their […]
Step Out of the Basket
Scrambling around for something new to delight your kids on Easter Morning? It may be time to put your basket aside and create some excitement with these alternatives to the traditional basket. April Showers What kid does not love an umbrella? Fill these colourful bubble umbrellas with springtime treats. Layer the base with a little […]
