Our family, like so many others, has special holiday traditions. One of them is watching our favourite Christmas movies, including The Nutcracker. This past December, however, we were busy with holiday prep, hosting guests and spending time with family and friends, and we didn't get a chance to watch all of the movies on our list. So, … [Read more...]
3 Ways To Be A Bad Mom This Christmas
I love Christmas. But I really don't like the stress associated with being Santa's main helper every year. It's a lot of pressure! We're already busy with after school programs, play dates, work and other commitments. And, while I want to make the holidays as special as I can for my family, I have to consider: is it worth it if I'm … [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...]
#Disney’s “Frozen” Coming Soon to Theatres {Giveaway} #WIN
Each Christmas, my family and I look forward to "the" big movie of the holiday season. And, this year, it's sure to be Disney's "Frozen". A bit about the movie... Walt Disney Animation Studios, the studio behind “Tangled” and “Wreck-It Ralph,” presents “Frozen,” a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen … [Read more...]