I like to think my darling daughter is still a little girl, but I think this year we have officially moved into the TWEEN category. Her holiday list went from Barbies to tech items. And hairbands to push pins (so […]
A roast dinner is one of our family favourites. Salty gravy, an assortment of veggies, my infamous Yorkshire puddings and Roast potatoes. Like, old school, crunchy on the outside and soft in the middle roasted potatoes. The …
I am a pretty simple gal. I like clean counters, and despise the knick knack laden side table. I am not a crafter and go for practical over extravagant time after time. If something works …
This is our second Christmas on Saltspring. That in itself is super awesome and amazing. But what has impressed me beyond measure about our little island, and in particular, the school my girls attend, is their …
My 10 yr old is a book machine. Just like her mom she loves to curl up with a pile of great novels and allow her imagination to soar. Having worked her way through all the …
Our two dogs haven't moved much from in front of the fire today, and ditto with the kids who remain firmly planted on the couch and wrapped in blankets. It is -4 and WINDY! And this …
We laughed our way through Despicable Me the first time, and then when we saw Despicable Me 2 this summer, it was even better. I am thrilled to be putting this Blue Ray DVD under the …
Ok, ok, I lied. We don't call this STOUP, we actually call it GOOP. But that is a terrible title, so I changed it. Please don't call me "inauthentic" … it just didn't seem write to …
Things get tight in the winter for us. Christmas looming, and even tho we go budget on the gifts, the food, drink and festivities start to add up. And if you are anything like me, any …
I am scanning through video footage and stories about the Black Friday craziness, and it is leaving a bitter taste in my mouth. I see posts from canadians saying "buy nothing" today, in response to constant …
It's a Turkey-rific time of year for a twitter party & to support this fabulous campaign that Butterball is running! This December, Butterball is reaching 1000 families/charities in need! Just in time for the holidays, Butterball …
I LOVE cooking with wine, especially in the winter. And when I am able to make some of my "ole favourites" even better, it makes me pretty happy. My "better" twist to my chili recipe has …
The holidays start oozing their specialness right around this time. We start preparing our lists, stocking up on baking and that general thrum of excitement sits in our bellies. And holiday giving is brought to the …
I had that moment on monday as I pulled into the preschool parking lot and saw the fire & rescue truck pull out of the driveway. The "OMG" moment where you heart thumps and you panic …
After making a batch of butter creamed cupcakes for the little guy to take to preschool, I was kind of all "sugared" out. With a birthday cake still on the list, I went back into …
