Now that we have our new deck, it will mean more summer entertaining, parties and BBQs, yippee! We have our regular go-to dishes and desserts but I also wanted to add some new meal and dessert recipes to choose from! This is truly one of our most favourite, simple and delicious desserts and will absolutely […] Read more…
June 2015 archive
Incredible Summer Pineapple Dessert Recipe
Okay, this one is totally NOT on my diet, but I had to share my mom’s recipe for this incredible summer pineapple dessert. Some people might call this Pineapple “Delight” but in all seriousness, it is worthy of a much better name, so I call it Pineapple Orgasm. My mom makes this dessert throughout the […] Read more…
Finding the Right Look and the Right Prescription at Shoppes of Angus Glen Optometry
I’ve been struggling with my eyes since I turned 40. Wearing contacts my whole life, I really didn’t want to even consider the fact that I’d have to give them up for glasses everyday, when I started having headaches working on the computer. I’ve been really struggling with finding the right prescription that helps me with […] Read more…
Tips to Help Stay on Budget This Summer
Do you talk to your kids about money? We do. We’ve had times where money was tight, especially during summer months when expenses are through the roof. We’ve taking the opportunity to be honest with our kids about how much things cost and allowed them to be part of the decision-making process. Sometimes it […] Read more…
Making the Perfect Gift for a Special Teacher
Is anyone else like me and struggling to find a unique and thoughtful gift for a teacher who has made a difference in your child’s life? I’ve thought of just about every kind of gift card, walked the aisles of HomeSense and thought of making a donation but they just don’t seem right for Jayden’s teacher. […] Read more…
Grief is like wearing a new pair of glasses
Grief is like wearing a new pair of glasses that I wear everyday. That’s how I explained it to someone the other day. It’s a lens through which I now see all aspects of my life. It’s the experience that I can’t escape and that has become a part of who I am. I’m often […] Read more…
Family Dinner Time: Homemade Baked Mac and Cheese
Tonight we are excited to have a special dinner with all of us sitting around the table, having our meal together. But this is definitely not the norm during the week. For us, it’s Paul’s crazy work and travel schedule plus his daily commute downtown that makes it next to impossible to eat more than […] Read more…
Family Fun and Adventure at Blue Mountain in the Summer!
As we plan our summer vacation for this year, we are dreaming about our trip to Blue Mountain two years ago. The last time we traveled to Blue Mountain together was with our son Zack, who passed away, so this trip was extra special to us. Not only were we treated to a beautiful two […] Read more…
My Favourite Crunchy Asian Slaw Salad Recipe
Who every said salads were boring? Definitely no one that tried this crunchy Asian slaw salad! It’s become a staple in our house, especially for summer backyard entertaining! Now that I’m on a great weight loss plan and eating healthy everyday, I want to share some of my favourite salad recipes and go-to meals that […] Read more…