disclosure: We received a complimentary stay with Sherkston Shores, however, all opinions expressed are my own. With days upon days of clouds and rain, this spring was getting a wee bit depressing, so when the opportunity came to visit Sherkston Shores on Lake Erie and the forecast actually called for sun and high temps, we couldn't pack fast enough! Sherkston Shores is an all ages beachfront RV resort on over 560 acres of land. Whether you like to rough it for the weekend … [Read more...]
Sherkston Shores RV Resort on Lake Erie
Could your child be on TEAM UA NEXT???
ARE YOU NEXT???? Under Armour and Sport Chek are looking for the NEXT generation of Canadian Under Armour athletes and your child could be one of them! Boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 12, who are ready to dream big, work hard and demonstrate their will, are eligible to compete for their spot on TEAM UA NEXT. The Team UA NEXT contest is now open and ready for you to submit videos of your sporty kids doing their thing. From shooting hoops to fancy footwork on the … [Read more...]
Disney Cars 3 Soundtrack Plus an Ultimate Lightning McQueen by Sphero Giveaway!
Every good road trip needs the most epic soundtrack to go with it and this summer you are in luck because just in time for the last school bell of the year to ring, Disney is releasing the ultimate road trip tune collection - the Disney Cars 3 Soundtrack! Our family is driving to Florida this August and I know this one is going to be playing on repeat for a good portion of the trip! The soundtrack features four cover songs, including two bonus … [Read more...]
The LEGO Batman Movie is now out on DVD
From the first view of The LEGO Batman Movie trailer my little guys were hooked and begged me to take them to see it in the theatres. Truth was, I couldn't wait to see it either, it looked great! Check it out and you'll see why! Knowing that my nephews would want to see it too, we made it a little cousin party and loaded all 5 boys in the van to take in the show. The boys were all aged between 6 and 10 and as expected, they loved it! There are big changes brewing in Gotham, but … [Read more...]
7 uses for baking soda
I’m sure you’re all familiar with that little orange box in your fridge, freezer or baking cupboard. Arm & Hammer™ Baking Soda has been helping generations of Canadian families cook and clean for decades. Over the years, the team at Arm & Hammer – with the help of their loyal fans – have come up with more than 100 uses for baking soda and I’m sharing some of my favourites here. 7 uses for baking soda Baby, baby, baby. … [Read more...]
Chocolate Banana Pancakes made with Nesquik!
During the school year, breakfast stays pretty simple around here. The boys are actually encouraged to make their own breakfast, but even when I help out the morning feast is usually cereal or peanut butter toast. Now that the summer holidays are here the morning routine has slowed down considerably and I'm able to surprise my guys with favourites like pancakes and waffles that used to be reserved for weekends only. Summertime often means a few more treats get snuck in during … [Read more...]