Advent activity #4 – Oliver at the NAC

The NAC (a Fishbowl patron) was kind enough to give us four tickets for the opening night of Oliver, so the girls and I brought my mother-in-law with us for a night out. And what a night it was. Are you familiar with the story of Oliver? I was only able to remember the most basic of details... a … Continue reading →

Book clubs for kids

One of our friends started a Mother-Daughter book club last year, and I have to say, I'm kind of loving it. We drink tea, eat cookies, and talk about our monthly read. Not that we need any more encouragement to read around here (everyone has a book on the go At All Times) but it has been a great … Continue reading →

Review & sneak peek at Funhaven Ottawa (a review you will definitely want to read!)

I'm falling behind on my advent posts! This activity was not especially Christmassy but it could not be helped. When I received an invitation to attend a special pre-opening event at Ottawa's newest indoor arcade/fun zone I had to accept. I knew the girls would love it. The girls had no idea … Continue reading →

Craftalicious

Hello there. Guess what? You're lookin' at Canadian Family Magazine's newest blogger. Cross my heart and hope to die, stick a needle in my eye it's TRUE. Canadian Family is a publication I respect and admire. When I flip through the pages I always think YES and YOU'RE SO RIGHT and THIS IS SO … Continue reading →

Advent activity #2 – plus a giveaway from Tag Along Toys!

This giveaway is hosted by Fishbowl patron Tag Along Toys, one of my favourite independent toy stores in Ottawa. As an unexpected surprise, Tag Along gifted us the Djeco art kits that are part of this giveaway. (!) I have professed my love for Djeco here on the blog before. They are incredibly … Continue reading →

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Advent activity #4 – Oliver at the NAC

Book clubs for kids

Review & sneak peek at Funhaven Ottawa (a review you will definitely want to read!)

Craftalicious

Advent activity #2 – plus a giveaway from Tag Along Toys!