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A Tune for Tuna
I’ve eschewed the sandwich this summer for a variety of bean and grain salads to bring to work for lunch…
Mom Matters
It’s no newsflash that scheduling some personal time for mom is good for you (and everyone around you), but who…
Dance Craze
Dancing in the kitchen, secretly imagining that you are 18 and a finalist on Dancing with the Stars… snap out…
Corny Idea
It’s hard to believe it’s the last week of summer vacation. It’s back to reality in a mere seven days…so…
A New Zoo
Who knew that Bowmanville is home to Canada’s oldest private zoo? Who knew? The SavvyMoms do, of course, because we…
Even Happier Hikers
Having recently returned from a wonderful family vacation, some of which was spent hiking in the backcountry near Lake Louise,…
August Bounty
It’s my turn to write about one of my favourite topics—seasonal produce. So just in case you missed my recent…
Check It
We call it ‘back to reality’ because it’s not always about going back to school, but it is about getting back to routines.
In the News
We have been picked up lately…by the traditional media (aka the ‘news’). I was interviewed a few weeks ago by…
Crofters Superfruit Spread
The whole family will be jammin’ in the morning with this burst of flavour on your toast
SavvyMom “Back to School Peanut Free” | Contest Rules & Regulations
The following contest is intended for play in Canada (excluding Quebec) only and shall only be construed and evaluated according…
Pop Some Corn
Do you want your kids to think you’re magic? Pop some corn on the stove—in a pot! If you have…
Cooking Local?
With an over abundance of fresh local produce in the grocery stores, fruit stands, and farmer’s markets, I can’t help…
Doe a Deer
One of the things we look forward to every summer is our annual visit to Le Parc Oméga, where the…
Picture This
Strike a pose! Say Cheese! Take your finger out of your nose! Of course, our little darlings are perfect every…
Undercover Operatives
Sempre ubi sub ubi. The Romans must have been thinking of moms when this delightful phrase “always wear underwear” was…
Geo T.O.
A treasure hunt in your bedroom = fun.A treasure hunt in the park = more fun. A treasure hunt all…
Mother Nature’s Best
Anyone who loves to eat should love the month of August because that’s when dear Mother Earth produces some of her best work.
Manage Your Mane
This stuff smells so good you’ll want to eat it.
Blueberry Sauce Recipe
You’ll Need2 cups fresh blueberries ⅓ cup sugar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice ¼ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon vanilla extract…