March Break Activities in Ottawa
March Break for many families in the Ottawa area is March 11-17. Not sure what to do? While we are looking forward to some quiet days without the hustle and bustle of a…
My word of the year for 2024
In typical ‘me’ fashion, it’s almost the end of January and I’m just sharing my word of the year. I’ve done this word selection before but I’m not sure if I’ve ever done…
Family Activity Advent: #25daysofChristmas Countdown
It’s almost that time again! Advent Calendar season – a countdown to Christmas. But in addition to our chocolate countdowns, our family continues to have an activity calendar countdown, something we have had…
Staycation Ideas for the Fall
I call the day before back to school the ‘last day of summer’, and then a whole bunch of people tell me how wrong I am because summer doesn’t end for a few…
Halloween Activities in Ottawa 2023
Halloween is on a Tuesday this year, which means that weekend right before October 31 will be filled with family friendly and fun activities around Ottawa. There’s always something about a Halloween/Fall event…
My Dad’s Stuffing Recipe
Last year, around Christmas time, my dad made the stuffing (dressing) as he always has for decades. It’s basically the perfect stuffing that I hold all others up to. A few days before…
Halloween with the City of Ottawa (Trick or or Swim or Skate!)
Updated for Halloween 2023! Halloween is just around the corner and I wanted to share with you an update in partnership with the City of Ottawa. Trick or Swim or Skate Once again,…
Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Latte Oatmeal
Okay, I’m being a big generous with a latte label on this since there’s no coffee, but I’m running with it. I feel like everyone either loves or hates pumpkin spice stuff. And…
Ottawa Before and After School Programs
The City of Ottawa is offering before and after school programs for kids aged 4-12. Are you in search of an after school/after care program for your child in Ottawa? Many families are…
Preparing for Back-to-School
It’s almost here. Back to school. This year is such an odd year for school (thanks pandemic). Our mixed emotions are difficult, but we are all coming around to the idea that a…
