July 20, 2014

A Compendium of Collective Nouns

I checked out this book A Compendium of Collective Nouns out of curiosity, as I find it is intriguing how collective nouns have come to be and are associated with things for example when we refer to accountants it is said, "a balance of accountants." It is fascinating to learn and use these during everyday conversations like saying, "an embarrassment of pandas" or saying "a parade of elephants". I enjoyed learning from and reading this book, which also gives graphic interpretations.

July 17, 2014

Snacking with Thornhill Farms Rice Bites

Thornhill Farms Rice Bites are a great addition to any snacker’s menu. It can be served in a ton of different ways on its own and with dips. The re-sealable bags make it easy to take it on road trips and have it for quick snacking. These cost-effective, gluten-free snacks are perfect to serve with hummus or salsa during summer get-togethers.

July 16, 2014

Whipped Cream Dessert and Two Giveaways

This is the time of the year most of us are relaxing outdoors and are looking for easy, but healthy recipes to make for our family and friends. Since fresh berries are in season I like to include it into my dessert, as it is a good way to make sure we are eating nutritious food. These individualized desserts cups are a hit with everyone in my family. It is easy to prepare and can be made within a few minutes. These colourful Berry Whipped Cream Dessert Cups are perfect to serve during outdoor parties as well.

July 15, 2014

Lets Help Canada Keep Its World Selfie Record and Skittles Giveaway

Jumping on Moon shoes
Canada is officially, a Selfie Nation. With the help of Skittles and Degrassi star Melinda Shankar, Canadians officially broke the Guinness World Record for the most Selfies taken in one hour, which is a record previously held by the U.S.  Canadian Selfie enthusiasts lined up patiently for their chance to be part of the historic record attempt and help break a world record in Canada, on Canada Day. 

July 14, 2014

Hallmark’s Sarah Richardson Collection

Canadian designer Sarah Richardson's collection consisting greeting cards, stationery, gift bags and more is exclusively available at Hallmark Gold Crown stores across Canada. Two of Sarah's elegant design themes from her collection with Kravet fabrics have also carried over into the collection and are featured on two stationery box sets.

Summer Fun Boutique Inspires Us To Continue Being Active


I am sure many of us are enjoying the warm outdoors and are engaged doing lots of fun outdoor activities. The following DK books from the Summer Fun Boutique inspires us to continue being active during the holidays. Great Things To Do Outside is a wonderful inspiring book that has a collection of 365 awesome outdoor activities. There are instructions and photographs explaining each activity. My children recognized a few of the projects they have already done such as painting pots, rocks, planting, rolling down a hill and more.

July 11, 2014

Art Work with Project Popperz Color Slicks, Metallic Markers and Painters Paint Marker

Project Popperz Color Slicks are no mess solid tempera paint that comes in brilliant classic colours. It is smooth when we apply, and there is no need to press. The Color Slicks are simple to use; twist up the applicator that moves up and down to apply the paint. The twist up applicator also protects the paint from breaking or crumbling and gives better control to paint without making a mess. It dries fast, and does not streak or bleed. It works well on foam board, corrugated board and paper. 

July 9, 2014

Win a Kelloggers Cereal and Milk Prize Pack

For the 78% of Canadians who eat cereal for breakfast, cereal and milk are practically inseparable. In fact, according to the Kellogg’s Cereal and Milk Survey 85% of cereal lovers say they cannot have one without the other. Although it’s clear that Cereal and Milk are best friends in a bowl, the survey revealed that across Canada, cereal lovers actually disagree on the ideal cereal to milk ratio.

Win Tickets to The Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum

The Canadian Warplane Heritage museum is a working airplane hangar with many interactive displays where we can touch, sit in, and learn about warplanes. We really enjoyed the flight simulators that allows children and adults to experience what it would feel like to be in a plane.

Experiencing the Fun of Creative Club LEGO Summer Camp

There are over 100,000 LEGO® bricks in various colours and shapes, boards to build on, and experienced counsellors to lead the children at the Creative Club LEGO Summer Camp. All LEGO fans, and those who are just getting into LEGO will enjoy this camp. At the camp children get inspired to build structures out of LEGO® based on daily themes and projects with their peers and instructors.