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DIY Project: Flower Planter

2013-05-14T12:16:00.002-06:00

This year I decided I was not going to fill my outdoor planters with soil and flowers. I had a few reasons for coming to this decision-- first, the weather around Calgary is not always so nice. I can be snowed on during any month of the year (Don't laugh, it's true!) and it is often windy. Soil isn't always heavy enough to weigh the planter down and I have experienced hucked planters after a

A Mother's Day Wish #ABHC4IVF #abpoli

2013-05-12T13:36:00.002-06:00

Mother's Day is a celebration honouring motherhood; however, for 1 in 6 Canadian couples dealing with the emotional and financial burdens of infertility, it can often be a difficult day. A new survey released May 3, 2013 shows there is a great deal in common between today's mothers and those struggling to conceive. The age they wished to have children by and the age they began actively trying

McHappy Day - May 8th! #RonaldMcDonaldHouse

2013-05-06T07:30:00.000-06:00

Wednesday marks the 20th 'McHappy Day' ! Support the Ronald McDonald House and give sick children what they need most... their families. I have supported the Ronald McDonald House in the past and will do so again. On Wednesday, I'll be treating my kids to a 'Happy Meal'. It is for a very good cause. If you do not get the chance to swing by McD's on the 8th, there are many

The Royal Canadian Circus is Coming to Calgary ! #yyc

2013-05-03T13:39:00.002-06:00

"The Royal Canadian Circus celebrates 250 years of Zerbini Family circus history under Canada's largest & most beautiful Big Top!" - from www.royalcanadiancircus.ca Bring your family to the circus Calgary- starting May 10th until May 20th, 2013! This family friendly, affordable event has something for everyone all enjoyed under a traditional big top tent. With the largest cat act in the

The Walmart Frugal Challenge: Part 1

2013-05-02T08:07:00.002-06:00

A few weeks ago, Walmart approached me to see if I'd like to compete in their 'Frugal Heroes Challenge' May 2, 2013. They provided a few examples of 'challenges', but I decided I had one of my own... This is my office. Or, what we shall call my 'office'. (Feel free to click on the picture to enlarge.) I KNOW it is a disaster area. I know-- PLEASE DO NOT JUDGE (life gets pretty

Wordless Wednesday ~ Life Is Rad #LakeLouiseAb

2013-05-01T07:00:00.000-06:00

The thing about group photos is... At least one person mucks up the shot always. What is wrong DaddyO? *To find out more about Why Life is Rad and our friend Normurai, head to the link HERE.*

Fuel Up With AirMiles #Shell #Giveaway

2013-04-30T07:25:00.000-06:00

Last week I asked you what you do with all the points you collect? Then I heard about a way to earn more Air Miles, simply from fuelling up at Shell. The Air Miles Cash program is a feature that allows you to instantly redeem the Air Miles reward miles in your Air Miles Cash balance, for savings against your purchases when you shop at participating Sponsors like Shell. Shell

Music Monday ~ Worth The Wait #DaftPunk

2013-04-29T13:00:00.000-06:00

I love Daft Punk. And... they have a new single out that is quite groovy. "Get Lucky" You should probably get out of your chair and get your dance on.

Treat Yourself! #LMDConnector

2013-04-29T07:00:00.000-06:00

As a 'Life Made Delicious' connector, it is my duty to tell you about awesome FREE stuff. You already love General Mills cereal products, so now look for ones specially marked with coupons for Dairy Queen and Orange Julius stores. These days one would be hard pressed to find an outdoor Dairy Queen like from my youth, where there was no inside dining area and you waited in line at a window

What Do You Do With All Those Points? #rewardspoints

2013-04-18T11:34:00.000-06:00

Today when I was driving Beebo to school, the radio hosts on the station we were listening to, admitted that they had never really put their various rewards points to good use (Air Miles, Aeroplan, Optimum etc.). They asked the audience to phone in their BEST redemptions and some of the answers were quite unexpected. Did you know that you can pay for a 'boob job' with Air Miles? Me

Memories of Summer Camp- #WIN1of3Weeks plus an IPAD Mini

2013-04-16T12:17:00.001-06:00

Every summer my best friend went to camp. I remember being sad that we were finally on summer days, free from the boundaries of school, and here she was ditching me for camp. Honestly, I might have been a little jealous... for I knew exactly how much fun she was going to have without me swimming, playing games, paddling and meeting new friends. DaddyO also attended summer camp as a child.

Music Monday - A Lullaby

2013-04-15T08:00:00.000-06:00

One of the first children's books I bought when expecting was "Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See?" by Eric Carle. After only reading it a few times, I had most of the story memorized. On the fly I'd recite the story to signal 'sleep time' and most often, was met with eyes of expectant wonder... they knew what this story meant and their lids would droop. We have enjoyed this little story

Pumpkin, Banana and Coconut Muffins #GlutenFree

2013-04-09T11:45:00.001-06:00

Please do not be put off by this horrible picture! There was no way to make these muffins look good in a photo-- I tried. But, if you're willing enough to give them a whirl... they taste super yummy! Kid tested, parent approved. They are also Gluten-Free! Pumpkin, Banana & Coconut Muffins by: SamiJoe (This is my own recipe.) 1 cup Coconut Flour 3 Eggs 1 cup Pumpkin Puree

Taste the World With Sobeys! #SobeysWest

2013-04-06T14:17:00.002-06:00

"Food is a central activity of mankind and one of the single most significant trademarks of culture. " ~Mark Kurlansky, American Writer of Non-Fiction Food and travel are often synonymous-- as food can be one of the top reasons we choose a destination. Heading to Mexico and having 'true' tacos, guacamole and margaritas sounds just as pleasing as dining on 'true' linguine

Wordless Wednesday ~ Last Ski of the Season #SunshineSkiVillage

2013-04-03T08:00:00.000-06:00

Last time out. +1 C temps. Bluebird day. Finishing the season up at Sunshine Ski Village, Banff. Taken at the bottom of the 'Great Divide' run- border between British Columbia and Alberta. Top of 'Angel' Express, #Sunshine The kids and I have graduated to BLUE runs! (Goat's Eye Mountain in view across from us.) When the day was done, we drove the hour home and put on

Music Monday- Stormtrooper Shuffle #StarWars

2013-04-01T13:00:00.000-06:00

We have all heard the 'Every day I'm shufflin' song right? Let's do it with a Stormtrooper twist! Thanks T, W, & L for the last two 'Music Monday' song suggestions. ;) Find music selection #1 HERE (Psst... if you haven't read T, you should! 'Doing Write By The World')

Salad Redone by Kraft #NewPourables

2013-04-01T07:00:00.000-06:00

if (!window.OX_ads) { OX_ads = []; } OX_ads.push({ "auid" : "367229" }); document.write('<\/scr'+'ipt>'); When it comes to salad dressing, I like it on the lighter side. A true Caesar salad can cure a craving once in awhile, but for ordinary every day salad eating, a nice light touch is best. My family had the chance to test out these four new Kraft flavours to see what we liked about

The Images of Hope Event, Calgary #Abpoli #ABHC4IVF

2013-03-28T13:23:00.001-06:00

A few weeks ago I had the chance to attend the 'Images of Hope' event here in Calgary. The purpose of the evening was to raise money through silent and live auction for the 'Fertility Assistance Fund' - an amazing gift given by the Generations of Hope organization to those in need of help with infertility. *Yay Calgary - we raised $90,000!* I knew I would have a chance to meet a

Easter Egg Memories and A Recipe! #LMDConnector

2013-03-27T19:04:00.001-06:00

I have always been a fan of the Laura Secord buttercream egg in the yellow box. When I was a little girl, my Grandmother would gift one to my Mother every Easter and I was always excited for my Mother to open the box and share a slice with us. It was so rich and creamy! stock Fast forward to present day. I can now buy my own Laura Secord buttercream egg but sheesh... they're a bit

Music Monday - Climbing, Cupcakes and Gummy Bears- Oh My!

2013-03-25T07:30:00.000-06:00

Birthday parties can be exhausting... But the reward is oh so good! And sometimes a new tune comes into your life... I know your kids will love it! You can thank me later. ;)

Xman meets 'Hank' the FORD Robot

2013-03-21T08:50:00.001-06:00

Last Thursday, Xman and I travelled to the Calgary Auto Show to meet with "Hank", the Ford Robot. I normally would not post a video this long, but I did not want to cut the show "Hank" did for the boys. "Hank" even knew their names- they were so surprised! (Also in the video are Max & Misty from Life Where We Are) Thank you "Hank" and Ford Canada! Xman will never forget

Wordless Wednesday ~ Ghost Lake Photo Play

2013-03-20T08:32:00.002-06:00

Nothing says 'take my picture' quite like a full moon shining over a lake. Ghost Lake, Alberta *Original* Laguna Effect Singe Effect Which shot/effect do you like best?

You Had Me At Bacon! #Recipe

2013-03-15T10:34:00.001-06:00

I came across this salad on the Paleo Diet Lifestyle website and I could not resist making it. It had bacon in the title and well... you know, BACON is awesome! I only found this recipe about three weeks ago and I have made it three times already-- it is THAT good! My Adapted Version~ Ingredients: Bacon (For a family of 4, we used a whole package) Broccoli Cauliflower Green or Red

Wordless Wednesday ~ Much Needed Family Time

2013-03-13T08:27:00.004-06:00

A few more shots from our family vacation to the Bahamas a few weeks back... I wanna go back! WAH! Oh well, it'll be Spring here soon enough, right?

Music Monday ~ Why I love to hate Bruno Mars

2013-03-11T08:22:00.000-06:00

Bruno Mars' "Locked Out of Heaven" drives me bananas. Don't get me wrong, it's not because I dislike the song at all. Rather, it gets me all excited-like. Why do I get all excited you ask? Because every.single.time I think it is this song about to start: And I love the Police. And I love Sting. But the song is not what I think it is and then I feel all let down.