Give the Gift of Hope by Sharing BeadforLife

Recently, I got to know about a wonderful program called BeadforLife that has grown over the years through women connecting around the world. When we share this story of BeadforLife, or a piece of their unique jewelry or Shea product, it opens a new world of possibilities for women in Uganda who are trying to lift their families out of extreme poverty. The World Bank defines extreme poverty as living on $1.25 or less a day. 

Limeapple Clothing are Fabulous for Girls

Girl & Company by limeapple is a leading girl’s wear line that specializes in cutting edge designs for fashion forward girls in sizes 4 to 14. As soon as I saw the trendy practical clothing with the alluring details and bright colours, I knew my daughter would enjoy these clothing. This high quality, age appropriate, fashionable collection of clothing caters to girl’s active lifestyles and has the perfect balance of style and function.

Win a Summer Fresh Prize Pack

I am a big fan of Summer Fresh products and am excited to bring this giveaway just in time for Mother's day :) If you live in the Greater Toronto Area and would like to win the prize pack value over $50 that includes a Summer Fresh apron, professional spatula, coupons for free Summer Fresh product and a $25 gift card to Terra Greenhouses. Please follow the social media links below and leave comments to be eligible to win. 

Feel The Tropics As You Enjoy Baking and Eating This Aloha Bread

April showers are ending and May-flowers are blooming, which excites my family and I, as we have been waiting for the weather to get warmer and soak up some sunshine and enjoy the warm outdoors. Many of you like us are probably waiting for the upcoming celebrations, the long weekend and the school holidays for the summer, which will be here before we know it :) Since I am missing the warmth of the sunshine with the cold rain and wind we are having these days, I decided my family and I need to taste something tropical to lift our moods up. 

What My Star Wars Fans Are Up-To This May 4th

Over the years, my children being big Star Wars fans like their father is usually up-to something or another on May 4th like all the Star Wars fans on this day. To show their enthusiasm for Star Wars, they enjoy reading Star Wars related books, build Star Wars themed LEGO, play games or watch Star Wars movies.

“My Healthy™” Shifts the Conversation about Weight Loss from Just Pounds Lost to Health Gained

My Healthy™ is an interactive and motivational campaign that shifts the focus of the obesity conversation away from just pounds lost to health gained. Almost 70 percent of Americans are affected by obesity or overweight. The cornerstone of the campaign is the My Healthy™ Promise, a commitment to set realistic goals and recognize that for those who are affected by obesity, every positive step counts. Making small, positive steps, like making the My Healthy™ Promise, eating a healthy meal, making healthy food choices, taking a walk, being more active or having a productive conversation with their doctor about weight and health will help.

Toys Especially for Spiderman Fans

Hasbro has toys especially made for Spiderman fans. They have a product line just for preschoolers and “big boys”, which is sure to be enjoyed by our little ones. "Big boys" will enjoy the Amazing Spider-Man 2 movie inspired Slash Gauntlet Spider-Man toy, which has a small figure where the Gauntlet connects to Spider-Man's arm and extends twin blades. These toys have made my family and I excited about watching The Amazing Spider-Man 2 movie :)

Perfuming Our Home With Lampe Berger Paris

When our surroundings smell good, it feels refreshing and gives all of us a positive feeling. This is especially true when we walk into our home, or sit down to relax. I like lightning incense, candles and spray perfumes in my home all the time. Recently I got to experience Lampe Berger to perfume our home. My family and I are enjoying the fragrance that is emitted when the Lampe Berger is on. I chose the Dreams of Flowers Miss Violet fragrance that can be used in any Lampe Berger. 

The Craft of Kirigami: Birthday Card

I made this birthday card for my daughter by cutting the green Baroque swirls-square fold design in the center of this card using the Kirigami paper craft technique. I followed the instructions on the Creating Kirigami book by Carlos N. Molina to cut this intricate design. I have never heard of Kirigami before I saw this book, and was curious to find out what it is about, as I enjoy paper crafts.

Win a copy of Big Book of Kids' Birthday Cakes

It doesn't matter how old we get, our birthdays remain to be a special day. For a child celebrating their birthday with a beautifully structured cake with something they like on it such as dinosaurs or castles will make their day even more special. Although my family and I don't do big birthday celebrations, each year for my children's birthday I enjoy making a cake with their favourite character or liking that tends to change each year.