Did you know that October is Child Vision Awareness Month? What a funny coincidence because I actually took the boys to their first optometrist appointment just a few days ago! A friend of mine ... READ MORE
Pumpkinfest at Proulx Farm Orleans
We recently discovered the most amazing little gem in Ottawa’s east end called Proulx Farm– I found it on a Facebook page I frequently visit called Embracing Ottawa. Every Friday, they list all the ... READ MORE
A Farm Boy Thanksgiving
Since I was a kid, Thanksgiving has been one of my favourite holidays. A beautiful meal and family coming together is a true blessing. Back in the day, we used to cook the whole meal and while it ... READ MORE
Cleen Detailing Ottawa
Hey guys! I wanted to share with you the most amazing service I just received from a company in Ottawa called “Cleen Detailing”. Let’s talk about a bad mom-mobile situation, I have been long overdue ... READ MORE
Mountain Orchard Apple Picking Tradition
I’m sad to say farewell to summer after all our hot days at the parks and splash pads, swimming in the pools of our friends and making summer memories. But what’s awesome about summer ending is that ... READ MORE
Monkey Around Play & Learn Centre
Just when we thought we couldn’t get ANOTHER Ottawa area membership for the kids... well, today we acquired another one at Monkey Around Play and Learn Centre! I really had no intention of getting ... READ MORE
Travelling with Kids – Mexico 2018
Lately I’ve been dreaming of what our next family vacation will be and it got me thinking about our trip to Mexico this past April for our friend’s wedding. I thought I would reminisce with you and ... READ MORE
Hulk Cupcakes (aka Sweet Spinach Gluten Free Muffins)
I bought my new Gotham Steel muffin tin today because I’ve had this recipe in my mind for the past couple weeks but have been too busy to try it out. As you know, I’m always trying to find healthy ... READ MORE
Birthday Parties in Ottawa
Now that September has rolled around, it’s time to start planning my boys’ birthday parties. Jax’s birthday is in January and Hudson’s is in February, they are exactly 2 years and 2 weeks apart. I ... READ MORE
The Aqualife Academy at Brookstreet Hotel.
I have always been a believer that swimming is an essential life skill. I had very little swimming lessons when I was a child and as such can pretty much only do the doggy paddle now LOL. As soon as ... READ MORE