Giving
October 15: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
Editor’s note: *the following post is a guest post that I am welcoming as a public service announcement to further share resources for those in our community who may need it. content warning:…
ENTER TO WIN! A terra20 gift basket (valued at $125)
Have you been a busy elf prepping for the holidays? Baking, shopping, decorating, getting the kids concert outfits ready and more? It’s early in December but we are in full holiday mode around…
Gifts that Give Back: Me to We
I was grateful to Me to We for sending me a package with some of their gift giving options for the holidays. From the hard to buy for person on your list, to…
Give a Meaningful Gift: Adopt an Animal from WWF Canada
Every year, when a new baby has been born in our family, I donate a gift on their behalf. In years past, when we’ve had little ones in our lives, I’ve done the…
What is Good Night Project and how can you help?
Every so often, social media leads to me to something brand new that is so compelling, for whatever reason, that I have to act on it. Sometimes, I make purchases just because I…
3 things to buy used | 3 things to donate
At the beginning of the summer, I had great ambitions to clean closets in this house. I have to admit the nice weather, travel and fun-packed days have meant I haven’t accomplished as much…
Cleaning your clothing closet | 7 Questions to Ask
Every time I clean my master bedroom closet, which is host to my clothes, Andy’s clothes, luggage, old office stuff, old pillows (why?), and seasonal gear (like winter jackets in the summer), I…
Does your Community need better play places? Kraft Celebration Tour Can Help
The Kraft Celebration Tour is currently accepting applications for funding to help your community build a better play place! Until June 6, submit how your community would use a $25,000 donation to create…
Enter to Win 2 tickets to Baskets With Panache!
If you’re a long time reader of this blog, you know how much I love the museums we have in this city. The Canada Agriculture Museum is one of our favourites. The fact…
Enter To Win 2 Tickets to the United Way’s Community Builder of the Year Awards Gala
This year, I have once again been invited to the United Way Ottawa’s Community Builder of the Year Awards Gala. Taking place on June 6, this celebration is a real chance to see…
