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Life with four children between the ages of 4 and 20. We love adventure, travel and being with family...and our home is probably the noiseiest one on the block!

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Building the Post-Pandemic Emergency Kit

The post-pandemic emergency kit goes a step further than the emergency kits we built after the 1998 ice storm in Quebec. It includes the extra flashlight and batteries, emergency food storage, an alternative heat source and resources like cash on hand. 2020 has taught us that our emergency kits need updating. The Pre-Pandemic Emergency Plan […]

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Are You Prepared for Safe and Healthy Travels?

Safe travel was a concern even before our lives were flipped upside down by the coronavirus. Hepatitis, e.coli, zika and a host of other threats to our health have been present throughout the years, and health precautions have always been necessary. Many of those viruses and diseases are still of concern today and we need […]

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Indulge Yourself with the Rich Flavour of Creamy Carrot Ginger Soup

Fall recipes are the ones I enjoy making the most and this creamy carrot ginger soup is no exception. They can often be made using fresh local vegetables and it’s not too hot to be standing over the stove. It is also the time of year that we get to make some of the family […]

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Discover this Chic Disney Bounding Ensemble Guaranteed to Remind You of Snow White

Today’s outfit is a Disney Bounding as Snow White selection.  This might be one of my favourite Disney Bounding outfits thus far because I think it is something that could easily be worn and accepted as an everyday outfit, but it’s also an excellent representation of Snow White. This is something she might wear when […]

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How do you know if your child has ADHD?

What are the symptoms of ADHD? I wish there was a blood test or a specific list of predictable symptoms of ADHD that doctors could refer to, but unfortunately, there is not. For us, there were several things that lead to the diagnosis of our son. It wasn’t because he was a high energy toddler. […]

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How to Know When Teenagers are Ready for their First Job

An important milestone in the life of a teenager (and their parents) is the first job. Each child will reach that milestone in his/her own time and the average workplace looks for teenagers who are at least 14 – 16 years of age. As a parent, you may be ready for them to get a […]

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Write Quality Google Ads

Google Ads are a vital marketing tool for online business owners. They need to be engaging, attention grabbing, and they need to lead to a landing page that delivers all that was offered in the ad. Here are some tips for creating quality Google Ads that will direct you to excellent landing pages. Use Best […]

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Tide: Reviewed it. Loved it. Sold for Life.

I used Tide before I joined the PG Mom team in 2013 and eventually became a loyal Tide customer. Tide has a great scent, and they have non-scented options for those who don’t like it. It did a good job cleaning my clothing too. When I had small children, Tide would take the urine smell […]

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8 Steps to Good Dental Health

Your smile is one of the first things that other people notice about you. Keep your smile looking bright and beautiful by maintaining proper dental health. Here are eight ways that you can keep your teeth and mouth healthy. 1.      Proper Brushing FREQUENCY To keep your teeth clean and your mouth clear of bacteria, you […]

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The Little Things

I just watched the latest episode of This Is Us, like I do most Wednesday mornings. This episode was following a storyline we’ve been waiting for. We. My mother-in-law and I. We watched religiously and talked about the characters and the story and where we thought it was going next. We were anxious to find […]

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Spreading Flavour with Sabra Hummus

I had my first taste of hummus over twenty years ago at a popular restaurant near London, Ontario. They served it with warm pita bread, red onions, pickled banana peppers and black olives. To date, that is still my favourite way to enjoy hummus… spread on a warm pita wedge and topped with flavour and […]

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Teens are Expensive, but a PC Insiders Subscription Helps

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of President’s Choice Services Inc. All opinions are 100% mine. Living in a house with two adults, two teenagers, a tween and a dog… it gets expensive. A day rarely goes by that we aren’t running to the grocery store to pick up milk or […]

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8 Ways to Burn Body Fat Fast

Losing the freshman fifteen, getting rid of the muffin top or burning away thirty years of bad habits all must happen the same way, through a healthy lifestyle. That doesn’t look the same for everyone, but the basic components are consistent. To burn fat we must exercise, build muscle, change how we eat and get […]

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Wearing a New Hat: Travel Agent with Stonetown Travel

So they didn’t actually give me a hat, but my newest role in life is Outside Sales Representative for Stonetown Travel. That’s a fancy way of saying that I am a home-based travel agent for a travel agency based in St. Marys, Ontario that provides worldwide travel packages to people in Canada and the USA. […]

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Achieve Comfort & Style Through These Timeless Fashion Trends

There are two types of women in this world. Flats vs high heels. Yoga pants vs designer jeans. Ponytails vs blow-outs. The great debate between the girl next door and her fashionista friend is comfort versus style. However, you can achieve both through these six timeless fashion trends. BLACK PUMPS Everyone woman should own a […]

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Top 10 Creepiest Things Online

Are you sick of the lovey dovey Valentine’s Day hype? Do your teens love scary stuff? There’s no end of it online. You can be exhilarated, horrified and more than a little frightened on some websites. Here are some of the creepiest things online. Don’t worry, I skipped the gore. 10.       Click Click Click Do […]

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Free SEO Tools To Increase Your Search Rankings

There are many free SEO tools tactics that will help your website rise in the search rankings. These can help your site visits and your sales. In a nutshell, you need to audit your website, create a content strategy and build high authority backlinks. There are many free tools available online to make the process […]

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