School Fundraising with Lice Services Canada in Ottawa
Lice Services of Canada are a blog advertiser. ____________________________________________ Has your school council already had their first meeting? Our school had one already and our plans for fundraising, events, and school fun are…
FREE Activities to do with the kids in Ottawa in October
It’s always nice to head out for a walk in the Fall, or visit the latest museum exhibit (which helps when we have a family pass), but all of the activities that we…
Birthday Gift Ideas under $25 at Tag Along Toys
Birthday party season is back, mostly because school is back. When we are all travelling and busy with summer holidays, I find there are fewer birthday party invites (or fewer that we are…
Easy 10-minute meal: Pasta with lemon and sundried tomatoes
It’s no secret that I love food, and while I enjoy getting creative in the kitchen, there are times when I just don’t feel inspired, or don’t have time. I’ve written before that…
YOU NEED TO WATCH THIS!
The title basically summarizes how I try to persuade people to watch the shows or movies I like. WATCH THIS! I almost yell. Partly because I enjoy the show so much, and partly…
What YOU should do on the first day of school
If you work from home, stay at home, or have booked the day off work to drop the kids off at school, and this is your first year where your child is starting…
Small home, creative solutions – Dining room entertainment area
Our house is a good size I think. There are plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, and we have an open concept main floor which gives a comfortable space to live in. After redoing…
Dance, Art, and Performance and other creative courses await your family this Fall
Want to get creative this Fall and Winter? You’ll want to check out the NCAC and NVAC programs What do you have planned for the Fall and Winter? Are there activities that the…
Traditions: Tea at The Chateau Laurier
For the fifth year in a row, my friend and I took our daughters (who are now 8 years old) to The Fairmont Chateau Laurier, Zoe’s Lounge in Ottawa for tea. It’s been…
What’s Cooking: Devilled Eggs
This month, as part of my partnership with Kraft Canada, I get to feature French’s Dijon Mustard in a recipe. When this was announced, it felt like a gift. If you’ve been following…








