Will you be travelling outside of Canada this year? From Italy to France, to Japan and beyond if you are doing some travelling and will be driving, it’s smart to get an International Drivers License. The International Drivers License, or IDP, is recommended for drivers in more than 150 countries. Now this isn’t really a “license”. You already have one… View Post
The following blog post and giveaway are sponsored by #Breville #BrevilleSponsored Anyone else head over heels in love with all things smoothie? In my house, smoothies and smoothie bowls aren’t just for breakfast anymore. We are loving them for a healthy afternoon pick me up, a quick meal on the go and yes, even a late night snack. Smoothies are… View Post
I think I was born with the need to wander. I adore books about places far away. I’m fascinated by television programs that reveal the culture, life and style of countries flung far and wide. I don’t just dream in colour, I dream in travel. Yes, my names is Stephanie and I’m addicted to travel. I daydream, plan, and save… View Post
As my girls embark on the next steps of their education, both in University now, I find myself wistfully thinking back to when they were tiny little people just beginning their academic journeys. It’s doesn’t seem that long ago that they were so small they struggled to tie their own shoes, and I was the Mom anxiously waving goodbye to… View Post
“Mom….it’s out of paper!” “NOOOO! How is this printer out of ink again?” “Seriously, I need to make this thing print. My assignment is due tomorrow morning!” Do any of these scenarios sound familiar? Do you live in fear of your printer “dying” when you need it most. Sadly, my house has been held hostage by of all things…a printer…. View Post
Cottage country. They call it God’s country for a reason. For me it’s the perfect escape. It’s quiet, the lakes are clear and the docks are long and invite conversation and family time. What else could you need? Well if you have little kids, or even teenagers – you may need a thing or two. Even in God’s country once… View Post
This following post is in partnership with Bed Bath & Beyond, a brand I love. All opinions here are my own. I’ve been down this road before. I should know what to expect, what to do, what she needs. My second child is heading off to University in the Fall and even though this should be “old hat” it’s just… View Post
Is it the heat? Is it the lovely long summer days? Why do I just fell OVER it lately? Over people. Maybe it’s that I’m over 40 and just don’t want to put up with any crap anymore. Whatever it is, my patience is wearing thin and all the RUDE people of the world can go play somewhere else. Here are… View Post
You’ve planned for it, saved for it and it’s finally here. The coveted week away at the cottage. Now as you sit on the dock, finally starting to relax and truly ready to soak up all that “cottagey” goodness what is it that you hear? Some wee one whining that they are BORED! Blasphemy. Not cool. Here are 10 out… View Post