My boys get a number of books each Christmas, they might get one or two holiday books before the holiday so we can enjoy them leading up to Christmas Day and the Big Guy in Red, always brings each boy a new book to read! If you are looking for a last minute gift for a child of any age, just head to your local book store! Books are a wonderful way for kids to grow and learn and have fun at the same time! Here are a few great choices from Scholastic Canada for a Hockey Lover on your … [Read more...]
Scholastic Makes a Perfect Gift for Kids of all Ages!
December 20, 2012 By 12 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Kellogg’s Rice Krispie Holiday Treats
December 19, 2012 By 9 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
We do a lot of baking around the holidays and while the boys still get to help with stirring and beating, Mommy likes most of the treats to look really pretty when they are done. This year Kellogg's sent us a big box of all the yummy ingredients we would need to make Rice Krispie Treats with the boys! This is a perfect family activity because all 5 of us sit at the table and the kids get to be as hands on as they like! I was super impressed with the embellishments Kellogg's sent as … [Read more...]
Elf on the Shelf ~ Week Two
December 19, 2012 By 8 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Okay a whole week gone by with the little guy and we were having some fun! One night I know I saw Jingles come in and land on the curtain rod but the next morning when the boys couldn't find him anywhere I went to help. Wouldn't you know it? he wasn't there. A quick phone call to Daddy to see if he had noticed the elf that morning was met by the sound of giggling on the other end. Apparently early that morning he had found an even trickier spot for us to find him in! Later we discovered him … [Read more...]
P&G Holiday Survival Kit
December 18, 2012 By 251 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
The holidays are hectic and the best way to reduce stress is to be prepared. Keeping essential items on-hand can save time and put your mind at ease while entertaining this holiday season. P&G has some helpful Holiday Tips to keep you prepared, everything from from prepping for parties to preventing melt downs! Be Beautiful Playing hostess is always a bit demanding, especially during the holidays. Between planning a festive feast and decking your halls, remember to take some time to … [Read more...]
Max and Ruby in the Nutcracker Suite
December 18, 2012 By 7 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
We are short on family and friends in our local area so I try to make our holiday season memorable by taking the kids to as many parades and events as possible over the Christmas season. When I saw that Max and Ruby were coming to town so star in their own holiday special I knew we just had to take our boys! Recently we had our chance to take in the performance and it certainly was special. Following the tale of the Nutcracker, there were many dancers from … [Read more...]
Kraft First Taste Canada!
December 17, 2012 By 8 Comments We earn commission from purchases made via product links in our posts
Good news Foodies! Kraft First Taste - the new online community for food lovers is here! Now you can be among the first to try Kraft's newest products, taste the latest recipes and dish all about it on the Kraft First Taste Canada website! I love trying new recipes, especially during the holidays but it makes me nervous too! I love sites where you can read reviews and gather feedback on new recipes before you take the plunge! At Kraft First Taste the more you participate by leaving ratings, … [Read more...]
