Hosting Thanksgiving? Tips for a stress free event
Thanksgiving as our kids have grown, family has been busy or travelling, and we are trying to make the most out of the long weekend changes from year to year. I used to…
Outsource Turkey/Thanksgiving Dinner in Ottawa
So you want to have a turkey dinner but aren’t feeling like you want to make it? I get it. In the past, I’ve outsourced turkey dinner for Thanksgiving and Christmas before (something…
What to do for Thanksgiving Weekend in Ottawa
If you have time in between Thanksgiving meal prep or simply want to explore the beauty around the Ottawa area during Thanksgiving weekend, there are a few places you can go to enjoy…
Thankfulness
It was a busy weekend. Full of family, food and fun. I meant to write this post yesterday, on actual Thanksgiving, but the day ran away from me, as all good days should.…
Thanksgiving long weekend (and PD Day!) with the kids in Ottawa
Family Activities in Ottawa For many schools in the Ottawa area, this Friday marks a PD Day. Which leads into the Thanksgiving long weekend. Hooray for four days! But it also means that…
How To Make: A Festive Thanksgiving Place Card and Drinking Glass
Every year, for nearly as long as I can remember since we’ve been in this house, we’ve hosted Thanksgiving with my family. This typically ranges from about 10 adults and a growing number…






