Hello summer time. The kids are out of school and driving you crazy. So what is a sane parent to do…kick them outside of course. Our yard is a bit of a children’s paradise and as such I find a lot of the neighbourhood children come to play. Here is a sample of what happens …
Week 2 is here! I can’t even tell you how excited we are about having a share in our local CSA Manitoba program from Stoneland Orchard. Last week I made a homemade potato soup using a bunch of the potatoes and Kale from our week 1 basket. The fresh eating was awesome and the tomatoes …
It’s not enough to say, “Just keep trying. You can do it.” Blanket statements hold little meaning for small children. They seek facts, evidence, and concrete advice. Often, they want to know the right way to get something done. My sweet girl has always loved the water. She has never really been afraid of …
Cute Car Cupcakes These cupcakes were so much fun to make. They were made for an adorable little boy’s first birthday. A friend and I got together one morning for a play date and got these ready for her son’s special day. I made the little cars earlier in the week and she baked the cupcakes. …
Almost everyone knows someone in their community that goes out of their way to change the lives of others. A great coach, a neighbor who works hard for a charity, and those who work after school with kids making sure they are on the right path. How many times have you wanted to acknowledge those …