$300 Paypal Cash #Giveaway | ends 11/30 With the holiday quickly closing in on us we thought it would be a fun idea to do a Thanksgiving cash giveaway. Who wouldn't like a little extra holiday gift cash?! ;) GIVEAWAY DETAILS Prize: $300 Cash (via Paypal) Co-hosts: Ottawa Mommy Club // Inspiring Words From the Heart // Avec Amber // Deliciously Savvy // The Southern Thing // A Labour of Life // The Dress Matters // Outfits & … [Read more...]
Oreo Peppermint Bark Recipe
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Oreo Peppermint Bark Recipe It's insane, but the minute Thanksgiving hits I start to crave peppermint. Yes, pumpkin still sounds good... but peppermint makes me drool. The kids and I love to treat ourselves to peppermint bark every December. When I saw this version with Oreos, I knew they would be a hit. INGREDIENTS 20 Starlight Mints or 10 small Candy Canes 12 Oreos 8 oz Chocolate Chips 8 oz White Chocolate Chips The process is fairly … [Read more...]
Prep Your Kitchen for the Holidays | LG Appliances
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The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. With the holidays quickly approaching my thoughts turn to our family traditions surrounding food. We spend a lot of time in the kitchen during the holidays ... everything from baking to socializing. Lately I've had visions of shiny new appliances dancing in my head, so I'm heading off to Best Buy to … [Read more...]
Saving For College #TakeSimpleSteps
Thank you to Country Financial for sponsoring this conversation. All opinions are my own. I am one of those moms that has been around the block when it comes to sending kids off to college. Two of our four children have attended college now, both at different institutions, and we have about seven more years until our third heads that direction. We learned a few things the (very) hard way when it comes to paying for college, but it doesn't … [Read more...]
The Key To Your Kid’s Clean Teeth
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The Key To Your Kid's Clean Teeth One thing many parents can struggle with over the years, is getting their kids to brush their teeth. Kids really try and fight this for some reason. If you want to make sure your child has clean teeth and builds up strong dental habits for the future, use the tips laid out below: Make Brushing Teeth Fun It goes without saying that you really need to make brushing teeth fun for your kids. You can do … [Read more...]
Medical Marvels: Incredible Advances That Are Saving Thousands Of Lives
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Medical Marvels: Incredible Advances That Are Saving Thousands Of Lives Modern medicine really is incredible. It's remarkable to think that once upon a time we were using leeches to treat diseases! Now, we're at a stage where there are so many advanced treatments going on that it can be pretty overwhelming for a lot of people. However, modern medicine is something that has no interest in staying still or even slowing down. Every day there … [Read more...]
The Pros & Cons Of Sun Exposure
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The Pros & Cons Of Sun Exposure Our relationship with the sun is kind of weird, don’t you think? On the one hand, we rely on it to keep us alive, but on the other, research consistently shows it is incredibly dangerous to stay out in the sunshine for too long. There is a massive range of consequences - good and bad - of sun exposure, and today I thought I would go through each of them. Ready to get started? Pro: Taking care … [Read more...]
Understanding the Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment
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Understanding the Side Effects of Breast Cancer Treatment Persons diagnosed with breast cancer have a wide range of treatment options at their disposal. Treatment will however have its side effects, the nature and severity of which will depend on the location of the cancer cells, the type of treatment applied and the general well-being and health of the patient. The following is a look at some of the side effects of breast cancer medication. … [Read more...]
Is Weightlifting Safe For Your Kids?
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Is Weightlifting Safe For Your Kids? Immediately, you’re probably thinking, wait what? My child doesn’t want to lift weights, but you’d be surprised. Boys, in particular, tend to start talking about weightlifting around the age of puberty. They want to be strong, fit and athletic. Weightlifting may even be encouraged in older teenagers who are on sports teams. But should you let your child weight lift or engage in this type of strenuous … [Read more...]
Training Gains: Getting The Best Out Of Your Exercise Regime
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Training Gains: Getting The Best Out Of Your Exercise Regime If you’re committed to living a healthier lifestyle, you may be on a mission to be more active. Obesity is often demonized in the press, but did you know that inactivity is even more hazardous for your health? If you’ve started training, here are some top tips to help you get the best out of your new exercise regime. Sticking at it When you start exercising, you may be … [Read more...]
