Roku Express Review and Black Friday Deals

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Roku Express

*Disclosure* Mama Bears Haven received the Roku Express in order to do this review No other compensation was provided. All opinions are our own as always. We spend quite a few hours a week watching movies and shows on TV. We haven’t had cable in quite a few years. Who needs cable when there are so many other ways to watch your favourite programs. Over the past few years, we have been using another streaming device but had been thinking of changing to something different since we started having streaming issues. … Continue reading →

Christmas Isn’t About Big Presents and Decorations

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I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Christmas isn’t about big presents and decorations. It also isn’t about cramming as many holiday activities and festivities in during the month of December as you possibly can. It isn’t about having the biggest Christmas party, or the biggest tree. Instead, Christmas is about spending time with loved ones, exchanging meaningful gifts, and enjoying each other’s company. And let’s not forget about the spiritual aspect of this High Holiday that often gets lost in the hustle and bustle of our … Continue reading →

Elf on The Shelf Ideas and Printable List

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Elf on the Shelf Ideas

It’s only a few more weeks until December 1, the day when our elf Trixie returns for another visit. If you are just starting the tradition, now is the time to prepare with some Elf on The Shelf Ideas to get you started. Trixie has been visiting us since 2014. Each year since her first visit, my daughter gets so excited and can’t wait for her arrival. Elf on The Shelf Ideas and Printable List I often struggle to come up with ideas of things Trixie can to do to … Continue reading →

Dear Santa Letter Printable and Where to Send Letters

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Dear Santa Letter

The excitement of the season is upon us and it is time to get out the pen and paper and write a Dear Santa letter. For as long as there is a Christmas, letters will be written. My daughter loves Christmas time and all there is to do. She has been making her wish list since before her birthday in August. It changes from time to time but there are usually 2 or 3 toys that remain the same. Dear Santa Printable Dear Santa, To use this letter template just … Continue reading →

Lest We Forget – Remembrance Day Printable

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Remembrance Day Printables

Remembrance Day is a day for all to remember the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country. It is a day young and old should pause, to give thanks and to remember. Below you will find a Remembrance Day printable for kids. Help them learn what the day is all about. The Act of Remembrance They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We … Continue reading →

Build a Snowman Colouring Page Printable

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Lets Build a Snowman Colouring Page

It’s almost winter and the snow will soon arrive here in Toronto and around Canada. My favourite thing to do in the winter is to build a snowman. On those not so bone-chilling days we like to get outside with our daughter to enjoy the fun of winter. On those cold days when we are stuck inside and we start hearing the song, I’m bored, over and over. This Snowman colouring page printable I created is perfect to keep them busy for a few minutes. I am a bit of a … Continue reading →

The 14th Annual Fall BabyTime Show 2018 – Giveaway

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Fall is a busy time of year, families are out and about attending the numerous events around Toronto. Are you or someone you know expecting a baby? Before the hustle and bustle of the holiday season are upon us, visit the 14th Annual Fall BabyTime Show this November and see what is new for baby and you. The 14th Annual Fall BabyTime Show The International Centre, Hall 1 November 16-18, 2018 SHOP! TRY & BUY from over 250+ Manufacturers, Retailers and Artisans & Brands. TALK TO THE EXPERTS behind your favourite brands and take advantage … Continue reading →

Christmas Around Toronto – Lights, Markets and Activities 2018

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Christmas around Toronto

Christmas around Toronto begins with the 4 F’s; Family, friends, festivities and fun. Each year starting around the end of November all the fun begins for the holiday season. Below is a list of activities and events that you will want to add to your plans. Christmas around Toronto Christmas Market  November 15 – December 23, 2018 – The Distillery Historic District Take a walk through the market to enjoy all it has to offer. You will find there are plenty of photo ops to make memories for the 2018 season. Cavalcade of Lights … Continue reading →

Mastermind – Crack the Code to Win Codemaker vs Codebreaker

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Mastermind

When I was around 9 or 10 I played my first game of Mastermind. When I was given the opportunity to review this newer edition from Pressman Toy, I was excited to share and play a game that I played as a kid with my daughter and husband. Before we began, I read the rules since it had been quite some time, I also had my daughter read them to see if she understood the game. She did, so we pulled out the game and played. Mastermind – Crack the Code … Continue reading →

Apartment Building Living – 5 Things Not to Do

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Apartment Living

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 →