I’ve only visited a couple of sugar shacks since moving back to Quebec in 2005, and I have to say, Cabane à Sucre Lalande is the best. Today I’m sharing our family’s fun adventure at the sugar shack. Cabane à sucre Lalande We hadn’t been sugar shackin’ in such a long time. But this year I really wanted…
Fences DVD GIVEAWAY
Did you guys see the preview for Fences?!! Now, that’s a movie I’m excited about. Viola Davis is one of my favorite actresses at the moment, and you already know Denzel is the babe! One of my blogger friends got to review this movie, and she’s hosting a giveaway. Check out the details below and stop…
Hearty Spinach Lasagna Recipe
Lasagna is by far one of my favorite meals. There are countless ways to make it them, but spinach Lasagna wins hands down. Today’s recipe is super simple and filling. Full disclosure: the day I made this recipe, I had my sister over to guide me. Hearty Spinach Lasagna I’m horrible when it comes to…
Grateful Sunday: It really could be worst! There’s Always a Silver Lining!
I wanted to start this post with lots of whining and venting about how horrible my day/week was. But then I got to thinking; it could be worst! Instead, I’m going to share the fun stuff that did happen this week. I honestly believe that there’s always a silver lining. There’s Always a Silver Lining!…
Flavorful Pork and Parsnip Stew Recipe
As a reformed picky eater, I’m amazed at all the delicious food that I’ve missed out on. One of them being parsnip. Up until four weeks ago, I had no idea what parsnip was (hang head in shame)! Before I jump into this parsnip stew recipe, I’d like to send a special shout out to…
OshKosh B’Gosh Fields of Fun $50 Gift Card Giveaway
Spring is in the air and OshKosh B’Gosh has everything that your little one needs for the weather. Pick from knit tees, tanks, shorts and skirts for a closetful of combos! For girls, these are not your typical tanks. Pockets and bows add a little something extra. She’ll have bike shorts, pull-on shorts and scooter…
7 Amazing DIY Gardening Projects to Escape Stress
Do you belong to the group of people who assume that ignoring stress would make it disappear? That’s not how it works. Unresolved stress impairs your sleep pattern, energy, productivity, and it is needless to mention it’s a risk factor for numerous health conditions. You can’t avoid stress, but there are many things you can…
Grateful Sunday: It’s My Birthday – Celebrating Another Year!
Since tomorrow is *shudders* Monday and the first day back to school for spring break, I thought I’d write my birthday post today to get it out of the way. I’m usually very excited about my birthday, but these last few days I’ve been in a funky mood and meh I’m just not feeling it….
Easy Homemade Oreo Ice Cream Recipe – Hamilton Beach Ice Cream Maker
Before you say anything, yes, I am well aware that it’s -8 degree here (in QC). But it’s also the last day of spring break and my son if suffering from cabin fever from being stuck inside all week. He’s been begging for us to make ice cream since Christmas (when we got the Hamilton…
5 Must-Have Kitchen Tools For People That Love to Cook+ Giveaway
The kitchen is by far my favorite part of a home. Why may you ask? Because FOOD!! I love food, eating it, COOKING it, spending countless hours looking at pictures of it on Instagram and Pinterest, I just LOVE Food! Today I made a list of some of the must-have kitchen tools that you’ll need…
Grateful Sunday: Celebrating 84 Years With Grandma!
We got to celebrate another year with grandma with the white hair. Her birthday is on March 1st, but since she came over for our weekly family dinner, we decided to add cake and call it a celebration. My brain is fried from lack of sleep and a possible sinus infection so for today’s Grateful…
Dehydration – The Healthy Way to Preserve Food
Dehydration is one of the oldest and most common methods of preserving edible items. Almost any natural food source can be dehydrated. Removing the moisture from foods like meat or fruits makes them lighter and more compact. Dehydrating saves space on storage and creates an ideal source of nourishment for on-the-go activities like hiking, camping,…
Taking Care of a Non-Stick Frying Pan – Ozeri Green Earth Frying Pan
When you love cooking as much as I do, having the proper cooking tools is a must. In a perfect world, I would have state of the art dream kitchen with all cooking ware, utensils, etc. that I can dream of. Since that is not the case, I have to make do with what I…
Grateful Sunday: Cool School Unboxing With the Little Man
Hey guys, today’s Grateful Sunday post is going to be short but very sweet! Last week we got a swag box from Cool School. My son, the comedian, wanted to do a video for our Youtube channel. Check out his Cool School Unboxing and watch until the end for some funny bloopers. Cool School Unboxing With the…
Stylish Diaper Bag Alternatives
When I picture a diaper bag, I see this ugly dark brown bulky, polka-dotted monster of a bag. Yep, that’s the bag I used to have when my son was a baby (back in 2008). But diaper bags have come a LONG way since 2008. I’m going to let you in on a little secret;…