Once you get past the newborn blur and actually start to feel like venturing outside the house, the next step is to figure out what to do. Sure, there are always errands to run and places to kill time, but what if you’re looking for something a little more enjoyable? For tips, check out “Getting […] Read more…
If you could eavesdrop on someone talking about you, what adjectives would you hope to hear used? I’ve seen this asked before as a “what would you want on your tombstone/in your obituary” kind of question, but I’m talking right here, right now, how would you like to be described? How do you deserve to be described? I’ve […] Read more…
Just wanted to give a quick shout-out to Crystal from Three Jewels In My Crown who recently honoured me with the Versatile Blogger Award. If you want to meet Crystal’s little Sapphire, Opal and Pearl, or if you’re looking for some fantastic craft ideas, pop over to Three Jewels In My Crown and pay her a visit! Read more…
My first three Momterviews have been skewed a little towards journalists (which gives away where my interests lie) but this time around I’m shaking things up and bringing you a momterview with an entirely different type of public figure: an athlete. Not just any athlete, mind you. This woman has won three Olympic golds plus a silver […] Read more…
Giveaway open to US and Canada. As the cooler weather approaches, I’m sure you moms are starting to think about some winter wear for your little ones. My girls are set for snowsuits (Maggie obviously gets the hand-me-downs, and I bought a larger size for Frannie last year which still fits) but of course I want […] Read more…
We’ve been waiting for signs of readiness. How does this sound? We made it home from the local fair, and got the girls into their jammies, which included a fresh diaper for little Maggie. Minutes later, she shouted out “I go poo in little one!” Thinking it was some sort of reference to a dirty diaper, I shouted […] Read more…
Congratulations to Krista S. of Peterborough, ON who left comment number 29 out of 47. Her number was chosen by random number generation, and she will be receiving Frieda Wishinsky’s books “The Queen’s Secret” and “You’re Mean, Lily Jean”, compliments of Scholastic. Make sure to enter to win a cuff and $20 gift card from […] Read more…
Giveaway open to Canada and US. Yes, you’re right, I’ve told you before about Bugalug and their adorable children’s accessories. The first time, I focused on the items that my little darlings tried out, like non-slip hairbands and pony loops. Many of you will be glad to learn that Bugalug isn’t just for girls, and they […] Read more…
Quick question: do your children always pick up after themselves, and always tell the truth? If yes, then go ahead and skip on past this post, because you don’t need these great books from Free Spirit Publishing. Respect and Take Care of Things These books are written in simple text (just a couple of lines […] Read more…
Congratulations to the winner of the Alphabet Photography giveaway, # 106 out of 176 entries: Stefany from Austin, Texas! She chose the word “Love”. Enjoy your prize, Stefany, and thanks to Alphabet Photography for this terrific giveaway! Read more…