Raising Memories

Feature Friday (Suburbia Momma)

2012-01-27T07:42:00.001-05:00

1. I google everything. I googled “Weird Facts About Me” hoping something would come up.2. I tell people I’m allergic to mushrooms, but it’s a huge lie. Fungus grosses me out.3. While pregnant, I refused to be one of “those” moms. Now I rock my pony tail, smudged mascara from 2 nights ago, and spit up shirt better than most. Until I look in the mirror.4. I love thunderstorms. It brings out my “

Valentine Craft for Kids: Easy Heart Garland

2012-01-26T08:21:00.001-05:00

We spent some time learning how to cut out hearts (you know the kind- you bend the paper in half & cut out an upside down tear drop & then open?)Then I spent some time with a needle & string, et voila!Pin ItWe're excitedly cutting more hearts to string up all over the house now- we will have a very love-filled home come Valentine's Day! :)

How To DIY: Homemade Marshmallows (easy to make!)

2012-01-24T02:26:00.006-05:00

Ever since I first heard that you COULD make your own marshmallows, I have wanted to do it. It took me a long time, but finally, this winter I decided I was going to do it. Today I want to share with you how to do it- it's not even hard to do! You will want to try it! And your kids will think it's so fun!Pin ItThe recipe I used requires these ingredients:3 envelopes knox gelatin1/2 cup cold

Monday Moments

2012-01-23T02:25:00.004-05:00

A couple of nights ago, Ken's mom sent a stuffed animal of his home with Talia. It was one that he received on his mission.As we drove home, Talia asked him if she could sleep with it. He turned to me & quietly said, "I better be careful or it's going to become hers."Then we heard her from the back seat: "I'm going to brush its fur every night with a Barbie hairbrush...":) I think it's already

Sharing Time (January 2012)

2012-01-21T23:04:00.001-05:00

Features for the December Sharing Time were posted on Friday, January 6th!Giveaways Open Now:"Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara & Oil Free Eye Makeup Remover Giveaway

Feature Friday (Unskinny Boppy)

2012-01-20T02:19:00.007-05:00

1. I have a severe phobia of anything that buzzes around my head, but I love to garden so I've taught myself to deal with the fear because I can't resist getting my hands in some dirt in the Springtime. And bees are unavoidable in a garden.2. I am the spitting image of my Dad. It's kind of scary, actually. 3. Every time I clean the lint out of the dryer I hold my breath so I don't inhale lint

Jo Totes Millie Bag in Grey Review

2012-01-18T02:41:00.000-05:00

Last week I shared a review of my Kelly Moore B-Hobo Bag and I mentioned that I would share another camera bag/purse review today. That's because ever since Jo Totes came out with their Millie Bag, I have been thinking about it! I finally purchased the Jo Totes Millie Bag in Grey in November and want to share my review of it with you today.The reason I wanted to own this bag in addition to the

Favourite Valentine Activities for Kids

2012-01-17T02:44:00.003-05:00

Valentine's Day is less than a month away!I'll be on the look out for new valentine activities for kids, how about you?Here are some of the ways we've found to celebrate in February:Heart Shaped BreakfastLollipop Photo ValentinesLove Letter BooksContact Paper Sun CatcherKiss CardsCrayon Wax SuncatcherHeart Number WheelCandy Cane CakeHeart Toast

Monday Moments ("like a animal")

2012-01-16T03:35:00.002-05:00

I was trying to get Katrina to nap one day and she kept getting out of her bed. I was talking to her about how she needed to stay in her bed & asked her what she thought I should do. She said, in a concerned voice with a serious/sad face, "Keep me in here and lock me like a animal."I just about started laughing! I don't know what made her think of saying that, but I suggested another idea!

Sharing Time (January 2012)

2012-01-14T20:53:00.000-05:00

DIY: How to Make a Blizzard Treat

2012-01-14T03:38:00.004-05:00

It may be the time of year for outdoor blizzards, but that doesn't mean you can't make your own freezing treat to enjoy in the warmth of your own home! :)We love making "Blizzards" at home! I can remember how fun this was when I was a kid (okay, and now, too)... ice cream plus candy or cookies equals fun & yumminess!Just crush candies or cookies...add to ice cream in the blender & blend!Easy,

Feature Friday (Pillow Thought)

2012-01-13T01:47:00.005-05:00

1. I once got stuck in an elevator by myself in high school. 2. I like room temperature water best. 3. I used to have blond hair (like almost my whole life up until 2 years ago). 4. I worry way too much & I'm definitely not a risk taker. 5. I'm a little obsessed with taking pictures, just slightly :) Lindsey's blog, Pillow Thought, is a place to be inspired! She writes: It all starts when my

Kelly Moore B-Hobo Camera Bag in Muted Teal (Review)

2012-01-11T14:54:00.004-05:00

I want to share with you my review of the Kelly Moore B-Hobo Camera Bag (in muted teal) that I have used & loved throughout 2011. I purchased it with Christmas money last Christmas and after a year of use, I thought it was time I posted a review of one of my favourite products of my 2011!I use this bag a lot. I use it as a purse when I want to bring my camera with me. I use it as my gear bag

How to Make Easy DIY Pinkalicious or Princess Wands

2012-01-10T02:27:00.000-05:00

We did a "Pinkalicious" birthday party for Katrina's 3rd birthday. For one of the party favours, I made little Pinkalicious wands for each of the girls. I took pictures of the process incase you'd like to see how I made them and make some of your own.Here's what you'll need:- sparkly/gold/silver/yellow cardstock (or other thick paper)(I found thick, sparkly, gold scrapbook paper at a dollar

Sharing Time (January 2012)

2012-01-07T17:10:00.007-05:00

Features for the December Sharing Time were posted on Friday, January 6th!   Giveaways Open Now: "Mary Kay Ultimate Mascara & Oil Free Eye Makeup Remover Giveaway Congratulations to Giveaway Winners: CD Giveaway Winner: Kelley

Solution for Storing & Organizing Kids' Art Utensils! (Ikea Bygel)

2012-01-07T02:57:00.001-05:00

I have spent a lot of time trying to find a solution for storing our kids' art utensils. Markers & pens were dangerous in their hands when not supervised, so they needed to be kept out of reach.Pencils, crayons, pencil crayons, & paint brushes got left all over the place.I used to keep them in a drawer (but the kids could reach it, so things ended up everywhere). We tried buying several pencil

December Sharing Time Features

2012-01-06T02:18:00.000-05:00

On the first Friday of each month, I feature 4 of the most popular posts from the previous month's Sharing Time Linky . You can click on the photos below to visit the original posts. Thanks so much to everyone who participates in Sharing Time- I love seeing the fun activities you do & ideas you have!In 2012, on the other 3 fridays of each month, I'll be doing a "Feature Friday" post, featuring

Thursday Thoughts (The Significance of a Choice)

2012-01-05T02:56:00.003-05:00

Like many, I have been thinking a lot about resolutions this week. Ken & I spent some time making plans for our lives this coming year and for the changes we'd like to make in different areas of our lives.This first week of 2012 thus far has been lovely in terms of resolution and change. I can feel the positive change that will take place this year if we will stick with and carry out our plans.

Mary Kay Mascara & Eye Makeup Remover (Review & Giveaway)

2012-01-04T01:38:00.004-05:00

Pamela, our independant Beauty Consultant for Mary Kay Cosmetics is back as a sponsor this month! Pamela sent me their Ultimate Mascara, along with their oil free eye makeup remover to review & tell you about. She's also going to give them to one of you, so hang in to the end of the post to see how you can enter! I'm so happy that the eye makeup remover is oil free (I hate putting oily stuff

Tutorial Tuesday (Human Foosball)

2012-01-03T05:54:00.004-05:00

I'm over at HowDoesShe today, sharing a tutorial on how to play Human Foosball! Head over there if you want to learn how to play a fun game (and see a shot of me in foosball action ;) haha

Monday Moments (Pinkalicious Feet)

2012-01-02T01:09:00.000-05:00

Katrina: "Look Mommy! You got Pinkalicious feet!!"

Thursday Thoughts (Making Amends)

2011-12-29T01:53:00.000-05:00

I like pretty boxes. Last year I bought this cute little Christmas box, to bring out at Christmas time, to use as a decoration, to wrap a gift, just to be a happy addition to our Christmas atmosphere.This year, Talia decided to make it into a little home for some pet reindeer. Unfortunately for me (and my box), she decided these pretend reindeer needed air holes in their box...It wasn't a fun

Limbo Snowman!

2011-12-28T01:07:00.000-05:00

On the day of our first snow, Talia headed off to school and Katrina & I came home to build a snowman. Here she is with our tall-standing snowman:By the end of the day, the poor snowman looked like it was doing the Limbo!And miraculously, it stayed like that for several days! We thought we'd find it fallen over, but it stayed firmly in limbo-stance until the temperature warmed up & we woke up to

Monday Moments (Cheese Your Head)

2011-12-26T02:01:00.002-05:00

Katrina, overheard while taking pictures:"Cheese your head!"&"Dad, you're a really good cheeser."

Raising Memories

Feature Friday (Suburbia Momma)

Valentine Craft for Kids: Easy Heart Garland

How To DIY: Homemade Marshmallows (easy to make!)

Monday Moments

Sharing Time (January 2012)

Feature Friday (Unskinny Boppy)

Jo Totes Millie Bag in Grey Review

Favourite Valentine Activities for Kids

Monday Moments ("like a animal")

Sharing Time (January 2012)

DIY: How to Make a Blizzard Treat

Feature Friday (Pillow Thought)

Kelly Moore B-Hobo Camera Bag in Muted Teal (Review)

How to Make Easy DIY Pinkalicious or Princess Wands

Sharing Time (January 2012)

Solution for Storing & Organizing Kids' Art Utensils! (Ikea Bygel)

December Sharing Time Features

Thursday Thoughts (The Significance of a Choice)

Mary Kay Mascara & Eye Makeup Remover (Review & Giveaway)

Tutorial Tuesday (Human Foosball)

Monday Moments (Pinkalicious Feet)

Top 10 Posts of 2011

Thursday Thoughts (Making Amends)

Limbo Snowman!

Monday Moments (Cheese Your Head)