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Yesterday the world lost a bright light. Zach Sobiech was an 18 year old boy who passed away after a four-year struggle with osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer that typically affects teenagers. Zach was told that by doctors that the cancer was terminal and he didn’t have long to live. After his parents suggested [...]
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Do you live in fear of rainy days? I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE rainy days: get under a cozy blanket, turn on the fireplace, and read a book while sipping a cup of piping hot tea. Then I had children. I discovered the horror of day after day downpours. On the west coast of [...]
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And it begins again! Victoria Day long weekend is the unofficial start to the summer camping season when people across the country are digging out the tent, trailer or big RV and loading up the cooler to escape into nature. It’s never been a secret that I love camping. Or that I really like all [...]
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Grocery shopping is never anyone’s favourite activity, right? Between chaotic parking lots, crowded aisles, low stock, long lines, grumpy employees, and grumpier patrons, it’s not something I ever look forward to. But one thing that always makes my day when I am out grocery shopping is the thrill of finding a free cart, one that [...]
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I dug up this old ‘survey’ that was making the rounds a few years ago and since it is both fun and poignant I wanted to share it in honor of Mother’s Day this coming Sunday. I’ve included my answers, but at the very bottom is the whole blank survey so you can fill it [...]
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My latest book “I Am So The Boss Of You: An 8 Step Guide To Giving Your Family “The Business” compares life in the corporate lane to life in the car pool lane, and provides tips on how moms can use corporate structure and rules to rule the household. But while many concepts are transferable [...]
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Bowling is a great activities for families to enjoy together, but the costs can add up quick when you go out for a night at the lanes. Now you can take in a fun night of family bowling without breaking your budget with the Kids Bowl Free program! Select bowling centers across North America are [...]
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Today is Star Wars Day! May the ‘Fourth’ Be With You! What is Star Wars Day you ask? Let’s let Wikipedia explain: “May 4 is considered a holiday by Star Wars fans to celebrate Star Wars culture and honor the films. It is called Star Wars Day because of the popularity of a common pun [...]
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Last week I was invited to a dear friend’s going-away party, and was informed that the event was going to be a “Favourite Things,” party. The concept is kind of like non-seasonal version of Secret Santa parties: everyone has to choose an item that fits within the established price range that they would call one [...]
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Although technically spring has been here since March 21st, spring-like weather has been more elusive. And many of us have used that as an excuse to stay indoors. Well no more! The David Suzuki Foundation has issued an intriguing challenge: Can you spend 30 minutes in nature each day for 30 days, starting on May [...]
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