What I’ve learned after 15 years of marriage
Today, May 23, Andy and I are celebrating 15 years of marriage. It feels like a big number, and yet, it feels like time has flown by in many ways. A couple of…
Better, cleaner Beauty
This post is in partnership with blog advertiser Sandra Butler, Beauty Counter. The spring is the perfect time to examine your beauty and skin care routine. As the trees bloom and the flowers…
Canadian History Hall: Why you should go
A note from me: When my son asked to write an article for the blog, and pitched his take on the Canadian History Hall at the Canadian History Museum, I was happy to…
You won’t believe these are actually summer camps
This post is in partnership with blog advertiser The City of Ottawa Still wondering about summer camps for your kids? There are many options across the city, but choosing something that fits your…
Making memories with baseball, family time and travel
This post is in partnership with the Toronto Marriott City Centre who hosted us during our weekend stay in Toronto. All opinions are my own. You may have noticed a couple of weeks…
Easy Recipe: Warm Ham Buns
If you say ‘ham buns’ often enough, you eventually say ‘ham bums’ and the kids laugh. Sigh. It’s almost embarrassing for me to tell you how often we make this easy dinner, but…
Dear Reader, as I celebrate 10 years of blogging
Today, I celebrate 10 years of blogging. 10. Years. I feel like this is a pretty big deal. On one hand, this is just part of who I am. A couple posts a…
15 things to do in Ottawa with the kids for March Break
Not sure what to do in Ottawa with the kids for March Break? Here are 15 ideas that will help you make lasting memories!
Recipe: Roast Chicken and Tomato Basil Pasta
This impressive dish for roasting your chicken with herbs and tomatoes, making the sauce from those ingredients and serving over fresh pasta is perfect for entertaining, but easy enough for a weeknight meal
Ottawa Giveaway: Enter to Win Four Tickets to Broadway Across Canada
The King and I is coming to the National Arts Centre, and you can win four tickets to the opening night show! As you know, we love seeing stage shows. Last year when…
