For many of us, the most important things in our lives are not things…they are our family.  And while we do everything to protect them, we have to be proactive in this action.  One way we have decided to do this is to be alert if there is ever something wrong in our home. First …

Halloween is a favorite time at our house.  It gives us ALL (yes, even Mommy and Daddy) a chance to play dress up and have some fun.  However, new store-bought costumes are not always cost effective for the budget, or warm enough for our Manitoba Octobers. Here are my tips for making homemade Halloween costumes for …

This post is part of the YummyMummyClub.ca and World Vision Spark sponsored program. I received compensation as a thank you for my participation. This post reflects my personal opinion about the information provided by the sponsors. When I heard about the new World Vision Spark program, I was so excited. You see, my 8 year old …

As a Guidecraft educator, there are many learning tools that I have had the privilege of reviewing over the years.  And what I love best is when different tools complement each other.  In the past we have had the privilege of reviewing the Guidecraft Roadway system and Traffic Signs and the Community buildings.  And today …

This month, our Travel columnist Shel Zolkewich goes hyper local with a tour of the city she’s called home for two decades. Come along for the quintessential Winnipeg visit. This one is just for mom and dad—a quick fall getaway during the most romantic time of the year. Your eyes will wander as you check in to the …