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Wordless Wednesday

I saw this on Facebook and thought it was a great reminder for those days (...you know the ones!) … [Read more...]

I’ll admit I’m a clutterbug… not a hoarder or anything, but I like having my stuff around me. Being married to a Type A, organized, ‘spare’ kinda guy has made me more cognizant of this over the years, but I still have my little bastions of chaos – like my nightstand and at least one drawer in my wardrobe. This, however, doesn’t go over well … [Read more...]

New Year’s Resolution Revelation

If you’re like me, the thought of making New Year’s resolutions isn’t very appealing. In the past, I used to come up with some pretty lofty goals, only to leave them by the wayside two weeks later. So, a few years ago I resolved not to make resolutions. It just seemed easier that way – no guilt over neglected resolutions and no explaining away my … [Read more...]

Service With a (virtual) Smile

You know when you love something so much that you've just gotta share it with the world? Well, there are two websites I love that I just have to let you know about!! As you all know, I'm a pretty frugal girl... love designer stuff, but refuse to pay designer prices - especially when it comes to kids' clothes. That's why when I came … [Read more...]

My Addiction

There's something I've been meaning to do, but I just can't bring myself to do it. I know I'll probably kick myself 6 months down the road (when it will be harder to explain to a 2 year old why he can't have "milkie"), but it's like an addiction and I can't stop myself. My toddler is 18 months old and still hooked on nursing. I haven't even taken … [Read more...]

Winner, winner, chicken dinner!! – Luved Clothing Giveaway

Thanks to all who entered the Luved Clothing giveaway! The lucky winner of the Billy cardigan in Dusty Green is... Bee W. Bedard (comment #26)! Congrats, Bee! I've emailed you, so check your inbox!! … [Read more...]

Mama Wants A Brand New Toy: My ShesConnected Mission to Seek Out the Toshiba Tablet

I've been jonesing for a tablet for some time now, and I'll be honest with you - I've been an Apple girl for years. But, when I attended the ShesConnected Conference this past September, I got the opportunity to check out the Toshiba Tablet and was quite impressed. A few months later, I was lucky enough to be chosen as a Toshiba Holiday Heroes … [Read more...]

Melissa and Doug Cyber Monday Event

In case you haven't heard, Melissa and Doug - maker of my favourite toys EVER - is having a huge Cyber Monday event on their Facebook page! Here are the details: Now for some great promo codes!! 15% off your order at Melissa & Doug with promo code NSAVE15 or get free shipping with promo code FREESHIPZERO Melissa … [Read more...]