here are plenty of fun and festive activities to enjoy with kids in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) during the Christmas break, but most of them involve being outdoors in Christmas markets and light shows which are great. But sometimes you need some indoor ideas for fun activities to do with the kids that are…
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Fun Ways to Make Gift-Giving Exciting
Gifting to children is an adventure in itself. The joy and excitement that light up their faces are priceless. Let’s dive into some creative and playful ways to make gift-giving for kids an unforgettable experience. 1. Scavenger Hunt Extravaganza Turn the act of receiving a gift into a thrilling adventure. Create a scavenger hunt with…
Embracing Staycations over Vacations
Although I don’t usually prescribe to the whole “FOMO” phenomenon (look it up) I have always been of the opinion that long stretches of vacation days (4 or more) automatically call for a trip somewhere new. I feel like it’s a waste to use up valuable vacation time around the house, even more so if…
Holiday Bricktacular at LEGOLAND Resort, NY
This is the first year both our kids get the same school break/holidays for winter (previously our youngest was in daycare and only had 2 days off – we would feel bad for taking her out for any longer than that given that we were paying some good coin for those days). So we had…
Innovative Summer Activities To Keep Your Kids Educated and Entertained
By Andre Griffin, Contributor (Image courtesy of Pexels) As summer beckons with its long, warm days, parents often find themselves searching for enriching activities that not only entertain but also educate their children. This season, consider diverging from the usual schedule to introduce your child to a world brimming with creativity, skill-building, and learning. From woodworking…
Perfect Pecan Squares
These are simply addictive. Had these as a homemade gift from my boss for the holidays and immediately asked for the recipe. It is an easy one, a party favourite, and hard to mess up dessert. If you love your pecans this is the one to try out. Three main layers that are all easy…
Baby Proofing – Holiday Edition
I’m actually shocked how many potential baby safety issues can arise during the holidays, especially as we put up more decorations and trimmings that are not necessarily baby or toddler proof. It all depends on the type of decorations you ultimately use but in general here are standard things to keep an eye out for…
Travel Apps that Saved My Life
Most regular travellers have their usual go to apps that they rely on with almost obsessive impulse. They are all intended to make travel easier, less stressful and more organized. Often times you get so entrenched in your regular apps you miss out on some of the new ones out there. Here are my current…
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