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Holiday Countdown Checklist
The holiday season is fast approaching! Our already busy lives are about to get busier with more expectations for our time, money and energy. According to an online poll, more than 50 percent of mothers...
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What Are You Thankful For?
We took to Twitter and Facebook to find out what our community is thankful for, every day of their lives. Many of you mentioned health and family (and we agree that those are biggies), while others appreciated...
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End-of-Summer Traditions
Recently we asked our community members: What’s your family’s end-of-summer tradition? We found that lots of you like to end the summer with a bang, whether it’s with a big barbecue, a backyard...
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Christmas in July
Starting Christmas preparations in July might seem strange, but it’s actually not a bad idea, especially for those who dread the Christmas rush. By taking some steps early, you’ll find the holiday...
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Backyard Movie Party Ideas
Looking to try something new with the family this summer? Start up a brand-new tradition with outdoor movie nights! Whether it’s in your front yard or backyard, it will create lasting summer memories for...
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10 Tips for Successful Backyard Picnics
For many families, finding inexpensive forms of entertainment to pass summer days is a must, and a simple picnic can be an economical adventure right in your own backyard! You needn’t go far in order to...
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The Best Thing About Being a Canadian Parent
Sometimes we forget how lucky we are to be able to raise our kids in Canada. But luckily, once a year Canada Day comes along to remind us how...
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Cottage Safety Checklist
To ensure that your cottage vacation is the best ever and everyone has a safe and enjoyable time, it's important to take some preventative safety measures. Use this list as a starting guide. Each cottage...
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What Moms Really Want for Mother's Day
We figured many of you weren't looking forward to receiving another scented candle, bottle of bath salts of "Best Mom Ever" mug this Mother's Day. So we took to Facebook and Twitter and posed this...
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Evergreen Centrepiece
A special seasonal foliage centrepiece will dress your table perfectly and set the scene for a festive meal. Evergreen foliage such as bay and conifer will last well and look fresher for longer than some other...
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Fabric Christmas Cards
These attractive cards can be easily adapted: use a loop of ribbon instead of string, or punch two small holes close together near the top of the card, thread through wool or wine, and tie it in a bow; or cut out...
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Christmas Stocking
Stockings are a great way of giving gifts without having to wrap each item. They are also useful for decorating the home; if you hang them up early, they will add to the excitement of Christmas approaching. You...
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Cute and Funny Santa Requests
It’s that time of year. You’re in the shopping mall (what were you thinking?), and the kids are running fast ahead, weaving through the crowd toward the sparkly, glorious tree with the smiling elves...
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Family Traditions
Traditions are customs and beliefs that are handed down through a family. Old family traditions are important to carry on and are easily forgotten in today's society of already jam packed calendar schedules...
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Family Camping Trip Planner
I love camping; whether it's sitting around a campfire, stomping through the woods, or star gazing at night, I can't think of a better summer time getaway with my family. Camping doesn't have to be limited to the...
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