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Why Did She Stay? Why Did I Stay?
I thought I was strong. I thought I was smart. I know people are wondering why did she stay in an abusive marriage for over 20 years?
Lesser-Known Games to Play with Your Kids
Looking for some new and fun ideas for outdoor activities? Here are some lesser-known ideas for games to play with your kids.
DIY Smoothie Packets
Smoothies make for beat-the-heat breakfasts and nutritious after-school snacks. These DIY smoothie packets save time and help you to blend up something at a moment’s notice.
Watermelon Lemonade
Wondering what to do with that giant watermelon you keep lugging home from the store? Intoducing this watermelon lemonade recipe!
The Importance of Free Play: Children Who Have It Develop Stronger Creative Skills
It’s believed by many respected experts that the childhood experience of engaging in free play is on the decline. But the benefits of giving children unstructured time are critical to development.
Warm-Weather Batch Cooking
Batch cooking in the summer? It’s one of the easiest ways to get food on the table in the months when you’d really rather be doing anything else, preferably outside.
11 Delicious Summer Cocktails Perfect for Sipping
Wipe down that patio furniture and pull out your sundresses from storage. These 11 summer cocktails will take you all the way through to Labour Day.
Road Trip Snacks That Travel Well
Off to a cottage or making your way across Canada? Your family needs to be well-fed on the way! Here are some road trip snacks that travel well…
A Week’s Worth of No-Cook Dinners
These refreshingly easy recipes for no-cook dinners are perfect for those nights (or weeks) when you want to give your oven a little vacation of its own.
Why Is My Husband Always in a Bad Mood?
I put a name to the phenomenon of my husband always being in a bad mood. I call this “haunting the house.” It is usually an expression of passive aggressive control.
Expert Sun Safety Information & Tips
We sought out an expert for her sun safety information and tips because even the savviest among us get stumped when it comes to SPF, UVA, and UVB ratings.
Summer Red Pepper Soup
This easy-to-prepare soup has just the right amount of sweetness, making it appeal to even the pickiest of eaters. This summer red pepper soup is a wonderful summer side.
How to Ruin Your Kids on a Vacation to Paris
After our vacation to Paris, trying to get my kids excited about anything less than a five-star eco-lodge with an in-room hot tub is almost impossible.
Colourful Coleslaw
This colourful coleslaw recipe is a classic one with great crunch, and it looks good as a side on any plate or on summer sandwiches as a topping.
Best Spots for Berry Picking Near Toronto
Get ready for berry picking in Toronto. The GTA is surrounded by local farms where you can purchase fresh-from-the-field produce. Here’s a few, all located roughly within 90 minutes or less from Toronto!
What Parents Need to Know About Sex Trafficking
The most common types of human trafficking include forced labour and involuntary sex work Sex trafficking is an actual threat for kids that’s not just in the movies.
13 Reminders for When School Ends & Summer Begins
Unbelievably, it’s that time of year again. As school ends and summer starts, here are a few things I’d like my kids to remember.
Tips and Tricks for a Perfect Family Picnic
A picnic is not only a feast but a special event planned with love and attention to detail. Here are our tips for fabulous family picnics.
Is My Marriage in Another Rocky Patch? Or Is it Emotional Abuse?
Maybe the reason you fear your marriage can’t withstand another rocky patch is because you’re actually living in emotional abuse cycles.
5 Ways to Take Better Care of Your Liver
The liver is one of your hardest working body parts. Learn how to keep it healthy. Here are 5 ways to take care of your liver.