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Anyone out there who… could use a night out? feels that this is only permissible after the kids are in bed? could use a massage? has Mother’s Day shopping on the to-do-list? would love to support local businesses while purchasing for those on that list? would love to do more to give back to the [...]

TOYS – HOUSEWARES – FURNITURE- CLOTHING… YOU NAME IT. They’ve got it. I have been to liquidation outlets but NONE like this. They’ve got 1 MILLION DOLLARS worth of inventory that they are selling at 40%, 50% & up to 75% off! Rather than put it all into words, I just figured I’d show you: [...]

So here we are. The kids will be home in less than 2 hours and Winter Break will begin. Reality has it that I will have to do some work while they are home, but I have promised that I will try to keep it to the very minimum. Our family needs together-time, cocooning time [...]

Sleep- The gift that keeps on giving. When your kids sleep better, you sleep better. When you sleep better the day goes smoother. When the day goes smoother, everyone sleeps better… …and it all starts with bedtime.  We all know that when our kids embrace bedtime, sleep comes faster and easier. Cloud B products are [...]

Have you ever noticed that your kids take things WAY more seriously when it comes from a source that is not Mommy or Daddy? Well, how seriously do you think they would take it if Santa had something to say to them- personally? Uh-huh…me, too.  You BET they’d take it seriously!  Especially if they think [...]

As I have expressed more than once, in a world of buttons & screens, earbuds & trackpads, I tend to favour old-fashioned toys that encourage imaginative play. A few years ago our family became acquainted with the American Girl line of dolls, clothing and accessories and although they cost a pretty penny, my husband & [...]

So…have you heard about Andy & Evan? If not, then you need to. Especially now. For photos, for get-togethers & holiday gatherings, you will NOT find cuter attire for your little man. Ever since they were babies, I have always had a harder time finding fab clothing for my boys than I have for my [...]

“It’s time to wake up, Rachel!” That’s what this alarm clock would say if your daughter’s name is Rachel.  It then goes on to sing a song about how it’s time to get up, brush your teeth and comb your hair, etc. My daughter has one and she loves it! Kids love to hear their [...]

Most of you know that I am often asked to try out new products.  When I was asked to have my kids give a test run of the Modular Construction Toy, I was intrigued.  I guess it’s mostly because in a world of button-pressing, screen-watching children, anything that involves them using their imagination catches my [...]

I thought these were great when I spotted them & I just had to share.  Although I wouldn’t recommend as an environmental option, they are definitely great if storage is an issue…   And for those who are into licensed characters…   Hope this little tidbit proves useful! Have a sweet day Tanya Blog this! [...]