3 Creative Programs and Workshops in Ottawa you NEED to know about (and attend!)
This post is in partnership with blog advertiser NCAC and the NVAC Long-time blog partners, the Nepean Creative Arts Centre/Nepean Visual Arts Centre, always have the most unique programs and workshops that are…
Recipe: Make a Seafood Boil
One of my most favourite things to make, and eat, for dinner, is seafood. When we travel to PEI, it will come as no surprise that we are constantly looking for local seafood…
A very unique performance at Petrie in Ottawa
This post about Swan River is in partnership with our blog advertiser Shenkman Arts Centre Read about this special outdoor show! We can’t let go of the summer just yet! And why should…
We don’t have enough fresh flowers in our lives
I’ve come to realize that we don’t keep enough fresh flowers around the house. Recently, when we were hosting a dinner, I decided to get some brightly coloured potted plants to add to…
Family Travel: Bird Kingdom in Niagara Falls, Ontario
If you are thinking about a trip to Niagara Falls, here’s one place we recommend you bring the kids: Bird Kingdom. For an interactive bird experience unlike any other, check out @birdkingdom in…
FREE Concert series in Ottawa’s East End (family friendly)
This post is paid in partnership with Shenkman Arts Centre The Summer Series at Shenkman Arts Centre is a free concert series happening every Thursday this summer highlighting the talents of local artists…
Summer Guilt (and the plan to ditch it)
It’s no secret that I love summer vacation. I love that Andy is home with us, that the kids are off, that even though I am still working, I get to balance that…
Graduating Grade Six. Some feelings.
You’ll notice that specific stories about my kids aren’t frequent on this blog. There are, of course, stories about our family adventures, activities to do with the kids, and definitely stories about my…
Parents, let’s stop saying ‘I’m Sorry’ to each other
I get it. It’s almost like instinct to say sorry even for the most minor of inconveniences. We do it all the time. I suspect many of you, like me, will say sorry…
Birthday party locations that fit your budget
If you have a birthday party to plan for, I have a few birthday party locations that fit your budget – any budget. You can watch my recent appearance on CTV Ottawa Morning…
