Archives: Savvy Stories

X’s and Ohh’s

Know a guy who just has no clue? We’ve rounded up a fail-proof Valentine’s guide just for him (but actually for you). #winwin

Canada Takes a Page from Finland with New Baby Box

With a new, non-profit organization, you can get a box of free baby products for your bundle of joy

Why You Should Celebrate Valentine’s Day As A Family

Recently, I learned the hard way that even when we think we’re clearly expressing our love, messages aren’t always received properly. My husband and I wound up in marriage counseling, struggling…

Valentines Crafts & Easy DIY Projects

I’m a huge fan of crafts and re-purposing items. It’s hard to believe that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. So here is a round-up of some great posts with DIY ideas from classroom gifts to home decor you are sure to love! 25 Creative class

DIY Chalk Paint Bedroom Set

According to Amanda uses Fat Paint’s chalk paint in a DIY Headboard and Side Table

Cupid’s Arrows

The approach of Valentine’s day always put’s me in a crafty mood. We’ve survived through Christmas and the January blues so now it’s time to bring a bit of colour into the house and have some fun. Valentine’s day is just the excuse to make some

Vegan Chocolate Pots

Happy Wednesday and hope that you’re cosy (or cool) where you are. We’ve got an Ottawa specialty happening today-freezing rain.   My trusty minivan (Delores) got me to work though and I’m ready to slay Blank Verse poetry with my students. But fi

Slow Cooker Beef Stroganoff

I love a good slow cooker recipe, especially on gymnastics night when we’re all in a rush around here, getting home from after school gymnastic practise right at dinner time.  This slow cooker Beef…

Cabbage Casserole – Super Fast Meal!

I came across this recipe while reading the blog of my absolute hero. It’s called Runs For Cookies. She has no idea that I exist, but I came across her a few months ago and have been slowly working my way through her posts, from 2009-present.

What NOT to Do When Your Baby Isn’t Sleeping

Sleep, for many parents, is a four-letter word. At around the age of four months, many babies stop falling blissfully asleep anywhere-and-everywhere, and naps and nighttime sleep – while perhaps already allusive – often become even more daunting. Here