My 6-year-old started liking My Little Pony early this year, when she saw a few episodes of the show on tv. Like any new show that my kids want to watch, I sat with my daughter and assessed the show enjoyed learning about the six main characters' friendship. While some of the mannerisms and valley-girl-ish voices are slightly annoying, … [Read more...]
Fun with Zoomer the Robot Dog #FFMGiftGuide {Review & #Giveaway}
My kids have been asking for a dog for the past year or two, but I haven't been ready to take the plunge... until now. We got our new dog, Zoomer, a few months ago and he sure is a blast. The best part? I don't have to pick up any, um... er... poo.... ...because Zoomer is a robot dog! Zoomer the Robot Dog, from Spin Master Toys, does pretty … [Read more...]
Angry Birds Star Wars Jenga Games Are HOT!! #FFMGiftGuide {Review & #Giveaway}
Unless you've been hiding under a rock as of late, you've probably heard of a little franchise called Angry Birds. My kids are completely addicted to it and love each new incarnation of the game. Their favourites at the moment are Angry Birds Star Wars I and II. While we *do* limit their screen time, so that they're not playing video games all day, … [Read more...]
A New Favourite – Eco-friendly Cotton Kids’ PJs from OM Home / OM Baby #FFMGiftGuide {Review & #Giveaway}
As the Mama of a boy and a girl, there are very few items of clothing my children can share. While I do my best to buy some of the basics in unisex colours (black or navy winter boots, etc.), I'm often met with a less-than-enthusiastic reaction to my purchases from my older child. If you have a little girl, you'll probably know what I mean. Many … [Read more...]
Amazing toys from Spin Master #AirHogs #FFMGiftGuide {Review & #Giveaway}
When I was little, most of my toys were not battery-operated, they were "manual". Toys like building blocks, dolls, board games, etc were the norm around our house. These days, all of the coolest toys are battery-operated this and remote-controlled that... pretty fancy stuff for a girl who grew up with a non-remote-controlled TV!! So … [Read more...]
Cooking With Cutco is AWESOME! #FFMGiftGuide {Review & #Giveaway}
If you're a culinary genius, then you probably already know everything you need to know about knives and have a knife drawer stocked full of top-notch blades. I, on the other hand, am definitely not a pro in the kitchen, so when I was given the chance to try out a Cutco knife, of which I had heard legendary stories - "My mother/aunt/grandmother … [Read more...]
Toys My 3-year-old LOVES: Transformers Rescue Bots & Kre-o Cityville Invasion #FFMGiftGuide {Reviews & a #Giveaway}
There are a few things my youngest child is obsessed with lately... and I'm loving both of them, too!First off, you've probably heard of the popular series called Transformers, right? It was a cartoon series when I was younger, then it turned into a blockbuster multi-movie series... and now it's back as my little guy's favourite show - Transformers … [Read more...]
Hot Wheels & Barbie: Favourites in My House! #FFMGiftGuide {Reviews & a #Giveaway}
Today's featured review is actually two reviews... Hot Wheels® & Barbie™from Mattel. Hot Wheels Triple Track Twister Track Set Ask anyone who knows me and they'll tell you I'm a complete girlie-girl. I love makeup and manicures; shopping and pretty, sparkly things. So, as a Mama of a girl and a boy, I have to remember to do the stuff … [Read more...]