My sweet tooth is my Achilles heel. There is no satisfying the cravings and I don’t possess the willpower (or desire) to cut sugar out of my life. You only live once, right?! Now candy found at the corner store holds little interest to me (except sour keys…oh, heavenly sour
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Need an idea for an indoor play place? We’ve got you covered! Kids have a crazy amount of energy. That energy doesn’t disappear just because the skies have opened and the rain is gushing down. Let the kids have a great time playing & get those sillies worked out at
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Did you know that the BC Government is offering a $1200 RESP contribution to BC families? That’s right, fill out a form and boom, $1200 is added to your child’s RESP account. Of course, there are a few rules, and a form to complete, but to get $1200 for my
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My kids love to craft and fortunately, I’ve amassed quite the collection of odds and ends through teaching and from my days working in daycare centres. But nothing compares to the incredible selection and excitement of Urban Source. If you’re looking for a unique and imaginative shopping destination that will
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I grew up camping with my family and wanted my kids to have the same summer experiences playing with new kids, spending long hot days swimming and snacking, and sleeping (sort of) outdoors. So when we bought a “vintage” (re: old!) tent trailer, I knew we had to take it
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Shopping for kids clothes can be expensive, and many families are looking for ways to live more sustainably with their clothing choices. Hand-me-downs were the gold standard when I was a kid, and my kids have been fortunate enough to grow up with bags of hand-me-downs from friends and family.
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When the sun comes out and the temperature heats up, there’s no better place to be than on a sunny beach with swimming at your fingertips. Vancouver has truly beautiful beaches– English Bay, Kits Beach, Jericho– the list goes on! But there are also great beaches and swimming holes in
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Is there truly just one season for ice cream? Yes, it makes sense to eat ice cream on a hot summer day. But is there anything wrong with a creamy bowl of ice cream alongside a cup of tea or a mug of hot chocolate? I eat ice cream 12
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My checklist for the perfect picnic-spot has morphed over the years. As a young 20-something, a good view and a heavy dose of ambiance were essential for any picnic option to be deemed perfect. Now, while I do love a great view, I am looking for a place to entertain
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When was the last time you took your bike on a pump track? I’m going to bet it was a while ago! But pump tracks are for more than just those who have a need for speed and thrill– they are excellent ways to teach and practice skills. Balance, speed,
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