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Apartment Building Living – 5 Things Not to Do

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Apartment building living has some advantages and disadvantages. It is what many people call home. When you live in a building, there is no shovelling snow or watering the grass. We have rules to follow, just like the Landlord. When you have neighbours attached at almost every wall, respect is required. Apartment Building Living – 5 Things Not to Do Loud Music/TV’s Everyone likes to listen to music, some like it loud and some don’t. Same goes for watching TV. We play music and watch TV but we don’t have it loud … Continue reading →

13 After Dark Halloween Movies – Classics for Adults

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I recently made a list of non-spooky movies for kids to view through Halloween. Well, now it’s time to list the after dark Halloween movies that the kids won’t see for years. These are some of the Classic Halloween movies from over the years and should definitely be watched this Hallowen season After Dark Halloween Movies 1960’s Rosemary’s Baby is a 1968 American psychological horror film with supernatural horror elements. The story of a pregnant woman who suspects that an evil cult wants to take her baby for use in their rituals. 1970’s The Rocky Horror Picture Show is … Continue reading →

Meal Planning & Prepping For Busy Lifestyles

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If you, like many people, you have such a busy life, that making homemade, healthy meals each day is a constant struggle. Instead of just giving in and going through the local drive-thru or ordering pizza three nights a week, why not give meal planning and meal prepping a try? Here are some options to help save time, money, and still prepare healthy meals each day for your family. Meal Planning & Prepping For Busy People What is Meal Planning? Before you can start your meal prep, you need to … Continue reading →

Fresh From the Farm- Healthy School Fundraising

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It is the beginning of the school year and our school is starting its first fundraiser. In June, I received approval from the Principal to order Fresh from the Farm fundraising kits. I thought that this would be a perfect way to raise money and give everyone some healthy, farm fresh products. Farm Fresh Ontario – Healthy School Fundraising Fresh from the Farm: Healthy Fundraising for Ontario Schools Fresh from the Farm was designed to provide a healthy fundraising alternative to schools by selling Ontario-grown fruit and vegetables. Since 2013, 1165 … Continue reading →

Halloween Centrepiece Ideas – DIY Shabby Chic

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Halloween centrepiece ideas

To continue with your shabby chic décor style for Halloween, consider adding a centrepiece to your dining room table. This is great, simply for an added decoration, or when you plan to have family or friends over for a fun meal. Here are some shabby chic Halloween centrepiece ideas. Halloween Centrepiece Ideas Planter Box With Mini Pumpkins and Gourds When you are short on time, this is an easy centrepiece you can throw together with basic items found at your local dollar or craft store. All you need is a … Continue reading →

What Bullying Is Not – Know the Difference

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My daughter has come home frustrated or upset with some situation that happened to her at school. Not every situation can be defined as bullying. We talk about those so that she knows what bullying is not. I want her to know that we can’t always say we are being bullied. School has just begun for another year and we need to have discussions with our kids on Bullying and what Bullying is not. We need to stop it before it even begins. What Bullying is not? Bullying can take … Continue reading →

13 Non Spooky Halloween Movies – Kid Friendly Shows

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Halloween is coming soon and it is time to get your fright on and watch some suitable Halloween movies for kids. While not every kid likes a jump up scary movie, some do. My daughter not so much. I searched for movies I thought would be more her kind of movie. For 13 days leading up to Halloween, we will watch a movie each night during or after dinner. Our daughter will pick one from the list below, it will be her choice. Now I just have to come up with some spooky … Continue reading →

2018 Fall TV Season – When To Watch New and Returning Shows

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During the summer is when I like to binge watch shows that I haven’t viewed yet from the previous new season or to refresh the show just before a new season begins. As summer ends, we prepare for back to school and our regular scheduled Fall TV season. Here is a list of some new and returning shows and when to watch. 2018 Fall TV Season – When to Watch Returning Shows August Jack Ryan (Prime) Aug. 31 at 12 am Ozark (Netflix) Aug. 31 at 12 am September Shameless (Showcase) … Continue reading →

Quick and Easy Apple Compote

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Quick and Easy Apple Compote

There are many weekends when our breakfast is either pancakes or waffles. Something quick and easy that everyone enjoys. When I have either of these items, I like to have more than just syrup on them. I had a bag of apples so I decided that a quick and easy apple compote that would be perfect to add on top. Quick and Easy Apple Compote I washed a couple of apples and pulled out my apple cutter. My husband peeled and diced the apples once I cut the apples up. … Continue reading →

Mermaid Birthday Theme on a Budget under $100

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Mermaid Birthday Theme

Birthday parties don’t have to cost a fortune. You can throw a great party on a $100 or less budget. With only 3 weeks until my daughter’s 8th birthday, she decided she wanted a party. We haven’t had a party for her in about 3 years. During the summer many families are busy or away on vacation so no one ever showed up or even RSVP’d. We needed to plan a last minute party and it had to be budget friendly since it wasn’t a planned event. Below see how we … Continue reading →