Complimentary Sweet Reads Box subscription was provided for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own. Let's face it, finding time for yourself is tough. As mom's we are so good at putting everyone else first and if, IF, there is any time left over we wonder what to do with it. A Sweet Reads Box subscription is one of the best ways to solve this problem, because a new box comes each and every month reminding us to take the time to relax. When life gets busy or even if I find … [Read more...]
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One Pot Cheesy Zucchini Rice
This Cheesy Zucchini Rice is a perfect side dish to any meal, it's quick and easy, plus it has a hidden veggie! After an overflowing garden bounty of gigantic zucchini's, I have been baking up a storm with zucchini ever since. From double chocolate zucchini muffins (so much yum!) to a light and tangy lemon zucchini loaf and everything in between, baking with zucchini is a family favourite. But there's only so many breads and cakes you can have in the house right? I … [Read more...]
Celebrate Talk Like A Pirate Day!
Ahoy there Mateys! Today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day so I'm going to give you a cheat sheet to help you channel your inner Jack Sparrow and talk like a pirate to all your Scallywag friends! Talk Like a Pirate Day So what on earth is Talk Like a Pirate Day right? Is this even really a thing? It sure is!!! The day was created back in 2002 by two friends in the United States who, decided that September 19th each year should be a day where everyone … [Read more...]
Light and Fluffy Pumpkin Waffles
Light and fluffy Pumpkin Waffles topped with pecans, whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon will be your favourite fall breakfast! Don't forget the maple syrup! I would be lying if I said I was the one who made the family waffles on weekends, if truth be told, it's really my husband who is normally the one whipping up batches of delicious waffles to spoil the family. But with a brand new [easyazon_link identifier="B0051T8QMY" locale="US" tag="m0dd5d-20" … [Read more...]
Mom and Son Date Ideas
Over 30 Mom and Son Date Ideas for creating long lasting memories with your boys Life gets busy and while we sometimes make an effort to go on date nights with our husbands (some of us are bad at this too, points finger at herself) we often forget to make special one -on-one time with our kids. Kids grow up fast, before you know it, they are high schoolers who don't want to hang out with mom or college bound and moving out of the house. Whether you have one … [Read more...]
Our Favourite Pork Tenderloin Marinade
This easy grilled Pork Tenderloin marinade recipe will quickly become a family favorite. I grew up in a town where the main industry was turkey. Everyone in town knew at least a handful of people who worked at the turkey plant and being local we had access to the best cuts of meat from the local farm shop. Growing up my parents made a delicious turkey filet that was one of my favourite meals and they used this same marinade. When I moved … [Read more...]