Christmas is almost here! We all know Santa has helpers hidden around the world (psst... that's YOU), so I've created this fun list to find out your secret elf name! Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! … [Read more...]
Giving Back This Holiday Season
I am fortunate to have the opportunity to review some awesome products throughout the year. Some of them are toys, and whenever they come in, my kids know they will get to try them out in exchange for their feedback. Sometimes, though, we get items that I've already tried at product launches and other media … [Read more...]
Who’s Ready For The Toronto #SantaClausParade?
For all of you Kris Kringle fans out there, Santa will be making his annual visit to Toronto in only six days!! Fun fact: Toronto's Santa Claus Parade is the longest running children's parade in the world, broadcast across North America, as far away as New Zealand, Norway and Ireland. (Awesome, right?) A Wonderful Tradition From the time my … [Read more...]
A Glimpse of My Very Merry Christmas: #NikonMOMents Part 4
Christmas has got to be one of my favorite holidays. From the homemade goodies to the festive decorations, there's not much I don't love about it! (Although I must say, I don't enjoy putting it all away.)It is truly a magical time of year and I make sure we have lots of fun prepping for it. We have traditions like making cut-out cookies, taking … [Read more...]
Don’t Fret Over Empty Stockings… I’ve Got You Covered
It's the week before Christmas and in almost every house Mama isn't sitting - she's scurrying like a mouse. The shopping isn't done, the stockings are bare There's no hope that "St. Nick" will put anything there. So out Mama goes to brave the busy mall Then realizes "I don't need to do this at all!" She gets back in her car, goes home and makes … [Read more...]
Cineplex Holiday Family Favourites: Frugal Movie Fun #FFMGiftGuide {Review & #Giveaway}
It would be an understatement to say my family loves movies. It's practically an addiction. To be fair, it stems from a tradition we started when our oldest child was just big enough to sit through a full-length film - family movie night. Every Friday we eat pizza (with carrot sticks!) for dinner, then get in our jammies and cuddle … [Read more...]
Holiday Shopping Tips: Save Money and Time with #MauveFriday
The holidays are quickly approaching – only 44 days until Christmas! – and I’ve vowed this year to be more organized. I am usually loathe to shop on Black Friday because of the typical craziness associated with it, but I have to admit – there are tons of deals to be had and it’s only smart to take advantage of them to save some hard-earned money!My … [Read more...]
My 2013 Holiday Gift Guide Goes Live November 11th! #FFMGiftGuide #WIN
Do your kids love Barbie, AirHogs, Angry Birds Star Wars, Transformers RescueBots or My Little Pony Equestria Girls? Then you should DEFINITELY stay tuned next Monday for the launch of my Holiday Gift Guide. Each day I'll post a new review and giveaway for everyone on your shopping list (not just the kids!), including the toys listed above... and … [Read more...]