Preschool Activity: Planes and Helicopters
Every week or so, in between sports class, visits to and from family and friends, play dates, appointments, errands and free play, I pick a topic for my toddler and I to do…
Mommy Monday
When I started blogging and using Twitter, I didn’t realize how strong the online world of ‘mom’ really was. I sort of knew there were a lot of mom bloggers out there, and…
Recipe: Easy Orange Chicken
Let’s face it, with a toddler at foot, and now a nursing baby, I love me some easy recipes. This is a staple around here – the ingredients can always be kept on…
Big Airplane!
When the Boy was just under 2 years old, we took him to the Aviation Museum in Ottawa. You may have read in my other post about the amazing benefits of museum going…
Our love of Scholastic
It’s no secret that we love books in this house. One of my son’s favourite things to do is read with us, or look at the books himself or talk about the books. …
Sing with Me
Nothing is more humbling than signing in front of people. Any one who actually wants to hear me sing must really love me. Our children don’t seem to have the same biases towards…
Recipe: Mussels served in a Garlic and Bacon Cream sauce
As part of my family’s dinner last night, I decided to add an appetizer. I chose Mussels in a Garlic and Bacon Cream sauce. Sounds pretty fancy but really this is an easy…
Recipe: Saucy Ribs and All-Dressed Mashed Potatoes
I’ve written before that we often have my family over for dinners. Tonight, my parents are in town so we’re having a full house. 7 adults, my toddler and the baby. On the…
My First Giveaway! YAY!
*contest now closed – thanks for entering!* Remember when I really wanted this bag? The one from buti-bag? It looks like this: Well, I bought it!! I know, I know, it’s a total…
SPF in April? YES!
Why, hello Sunshine and Warm Temperatures. I didn’t expect to see the two of you as a couple again so soon. I’m really glad you were able to work things out and come…