Photo courtesy of BloomDesignsOnline The end of the school year is something that should be celebrated! So we're hosting a Popsicle party after school on the last day. Luckily we live right across the street from my bean's school so we're asking all the kids (and even his teachers... ...

Make good use of frozen green peas to create this creamy spread infused with parsley, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice. Ingredients 1 1/3 cups thawed frozen green peas 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1/2 cup tahini 1/4 cup warm water 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tables...

I was 8 years old when my Uncle Jeffrey lost his battle with Cystic Fibrosis. His life was cut short at age 27 but characterized by courage, determination and impressive accomplishments including graduating from Dentistry School. After his passing, my parents became active in preserving his memor...

Coding is for kids! Kids love to learn about coding and the endless possibilities of what they can create through coding. And now, publishing houses like DK Publishing are putting out slews of great titles to help tech-inclined kids to put their coding skills to the test. Here are some very cool tit...

Photo courtesy of dior.com Warmer weather means hot new trends in summer fashions for kids, and this season the "in" looks run the gammut from pretty and serene pastels to loud and vibrant prints.  For girls... Polka dots are back and sweeter than ever. Small patterns on maxi...

Volunteer work is a huge part of Lester B. Pearson High School and its student council. I have spent my last year of high school more involved with my school than I’ve ever been because of student council and the opportunities it has given me. This year, I helped coordinate and build a haunted...

When we talk about clean eating we often hear the word alkaline. What does it mean to be eating alkaline foods and why should we do it in the first place? The main idea behind eating an alkaline diet is to reduce the possibility of cancer cells in the body. It has been shown that cancer cells can ...

Here we are in full spring swing and preparing for those hot summer months. I can’t wait!! There are so many summer fashions to choose from this year. One of the most popular, comfortable and stylish is the maxi dress. Everyone should have at least one in their summer wardrobe. For those of...

Smoked paprika and chili-garlic sauce are used as a marinade for chicken thighs, to create a smoky and spicy flavour! This pickled red onion kale salad is sweet and tangy and pairs very well with oven-baked potato wedges! Enjoy! Ingredients  340 g Chicken thighs 1 tbsp Chili-garlic sauce...

Photo courtesy of Voiles En Voiles Boats, boats everywhere! Now that the warmer temps have arrived, it's time to take to the water and enjoy these cool boating- and fishing-related activities in and around Montreal. Voiles En Voiles. Arrrgh matey! Check out Voiles En Voiles in the Old Port...

Check out this incredible medium-sized mongrammed handbag, made in Italy, from Saint Laurent, available through Luisaviaroma. $2980.

Oh my goodness, how I love shoe shopping - a new season means new shoes for this mama! And there are some great trends out there right now. Shopping for spring footwear? Let me help you find exactly what you're looking for... Less is more. Sleek strappy sandals and dress shoes are super hot f...