poppy

Giving Tuesdays – Poppy Barley

Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Giving Tuesday was born and incubated at the 92nd Street Y and its Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact in New York City. Giving Tuesday is…

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Hello Google

Hey Google, Thank you for Making my Life Easier

My life is pretty hectic and anything that I can do to make my life even a little bit easier, is a welcome thing.  Several years ago we discovered Google Home assistant. We started off with a few Google Nest mini devices and expanded to…

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Fraser Valley Spray Parks

Spray Parks in the Fraser Valley

Abbotsford Spud Murphy Park – 32285 Hillcrest Ave This is a fun little park.  There is also a water filling station where you can fill your water bottles with the “best water in the world”.  There is a portable washroom on site and lots of…

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Canada Day

Canada Day 2022 in the Fraser Valley

Isn’t it wonderful that Canada Day is back to being live and in-person!  Oh how I have missed the parades, the food and the gatherings.  Canada Day long weekend is a staple of Summer. A time for celebration, bbq’s,  pool parties, fireworks and beverages.  So…

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Do it yourself and save money

Easy DIY = Saving Money

Do you find yourself spending a lot of money on items for their convenience.  There are lots of items that are cheaper to make at home but some items are just might not be worth the time it takes to make them yourself.  There are…

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open top touring

Pursuit Open Top Touring Comes To Jasper

The mountains are the place to be no matter what season it is. With breathtaking views, stunning landscapes, and animals you would never see in the city – you can’t beat it. Banff has offered Open Top Touring for some time now and we are…

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beauty sense

Simplify Your Life With Beauty Sense Canada

Skincare has always been something that has been a top priority for me. I’ve generally had difficult skin throughout my life with acne breakouts that are still going on ( will it ever end!?). So, I generally lean towards using medical-grade skincare products as I…

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giving tuesday

Giving Tuesdays – Cuddle + Kind

Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Giving Tuesday was born and incubated at the 92nd Street Y and its Belfer Center for Innovation & Social Impact in New York City. Giving Tuesday is…

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Growth Delay in Children

Growth Delay in Children

  My son has always been small. When he was born he was in the 3rd percentile and he has maintained that as he has gotten older.  It is not to the point that his size difference to others his age is very noticeable and…

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Save Money

Dollarstore Finds That Will Save You Money

Do you remember what life was  like before dollar stores?  Now they seem to be a staple in the community.  It is the go-to place for many items.  But sometimes items at the dollarstore are not great deals, especially when it comes to brand named…

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