Embark on March Break Marvels: Ottawa’s Museum Adventures
It’s March Break, time to dive into some of the many museums scattered across Ottawa. Brace yourselves for an adventure filled with intrigue, discovery, and unforgettable experiences with your family. Did you know Ottawa has seven national museums? These havens of knowledge offer a world of wonders, each catering to diverse interests. From delving […]
Fun and Easy March Break Activities
Visit the library: Check if they’re hosting any special programs for your day off, such as puppet shows or craft times. Plan ahead by reserving Disney, Nickelodeon, and Pixar DVDs for a movie marathon. Enjoy outdoor play: Make use of playgrounds, school yards, or your backyard for some fresh air and exercise. Organize a play […]
March Break Staycation
Have a March break vacation close to home this year by enjoying some of our city’s attractions indoors and out. Make your hometown your Spring Break destination; visit a local sugar bush, hit the slopes, visit a museum or take in a show. Ottawa has so many options. Don’t forget to dress for the weather, […]
Easy Valentine Gifts
Here are all of my L♥vely Ideas for this Valentine’s Day. You can group all of them together and have a Valentine’s party or pick and choose a few. Either way, have a perfectly L♥VE’ly day! Cards and Invites Get out your creative craft box (have a look at my craft box page for ideas), and […]
Holiday Mom Savers
Christmas Morning Make Ahead Recipes BUTTERMILK COUNTRY CARROT CAKE Packed with wholesome Ontario Carrots, carrot cake always makes a great after-school snack. This easy stir-together is chock full of carrots, iron-rich raisins and low-fat buttermilk. Preparation Time: 30 minutes Baking Time: 1 hour Serves 12 to 16 2/3 cup (150 […]
Homemade Hot Chocolate and Marshmallows
Whether you are watching the Santa Claus parade, wrapping a gift or just snuggling up with the kids and a great holiday book, stay warm this holiday season with these cozy homemade hot chocolate and marshmallow recipes. Wrap up the hot chocolate mixes as pretty Christmas gifts, the easy treat will always be a hit with […]
Crafts with Christmas Cookie Cutters
Make your own wrapping paper. Dip cookie cutters into paint and press them onto craft paper. I like to use the big roll from Ikea, $4.99 for meters of fun. Trace the cutters onto sponges. Cut out the sponges and sponge paint a Christmas scene. Take photos from previous years, glue them to magnetic paper […]
Time to ‘GET CRACKING’ it is HALLOWEEN! We have some fun ideas to host a Howling Good Time
Halloween is one the most exciting holidays of the year at my house. The kids are thrilled with their pick of costumes, they have chosen their pumpkins and are counting down the days until they can hit the streets and collect all of that candy. As a Mom, the thought of all of those sugary […]
Plan a Halloween Party
Hosting a Halloween party! Here are some tips to ensure it’s a spooktacular success! 1. Theme It Up Choose a fun theme, like “Witches and Wizards,” “Monsters,” or “Classic Halloween.” Decorate accordingly with themed decorations. 2. Invitations Create colorful, themed invitations. You can even make them spooky by adding glitter or drawing little ghosts! 3. […]
Kids Friendly Pumpkin Decorating
These kid – friendly pumpkin decorating ideas are super fun, safe and easy to do. The best part is that they leave little mess and can be made and enjoyed well before the big day. 1. STICKERS Stickers are the easiest, cleanest option for pumpkin decorating. Most households with kids have lots of stickers. On […]
