One of my new years goals was to set aside one evening per week where I did not go home from my day job and instead I met up with friends or had a “me” night out. I have managed to get out almost every…
Read More...2022 Festive Experiences in Greater Vancouver
Another trip around the sun has brought us back to the 2022 holiday season. Things are starting to feel back to “normal” and there is always an abundance of activities that you can partake in for the holidays. This year may be a struggle for…
Read More...Staycation Ideas in and around Greater Vancouver This Summer
Many are feeling the pinch of the increased interest rates and high price of gas and groceries. I was in the grocery store today and it really hit me when I saw the prices of simple items like rice crackers and meat. With the high…
Read More...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…
Read More...Fun For Busy Parents
Busy parents need fun nights out too. Days off from parenting duties and the mundane tasks of everyday life. Sometimes it is nice to do things that we normally take our kids to, but with an adult-only twist. Now that restrictions are lifted, life…
Read More...Five Fraser Valley Locations to Celebrate Mom This Mothers Day
Every Mothers Day I look to unique and fun activities to do with the family. Starting the day with a brunch is also a nice treat. Here are a list of some activities that are happening in the Fraser Valley to help you celebrate the…
Read More...Hey Clay is Back at Participating Co-op Food Stores
Do your kids like to sculpt and play with molding compounds? If so have you tried Hey Clay? Hey Clay is non-toxic clay with a soft, lightweight, smooth foam-like texture that does not smell, stain or cause a mess. (Which is a huge bonus for…
Read More...2021 Greater Vancouver Pumpkin Patches
UPDATED October 23, 2021 Well its that time of year again. The cooler days and nights, the changing leaves the corn mazes and pumpkin patches. When I started to put together this years list, I found so many that it took me all day…
Read More...Small Business Sunday With …..KGJ Counselling
Small business Sunday is a chance for me to help small businesses, many of which are local. It is an opportunity to help highlight and feature their incredible services and products to our Modern Mama audience. Many of these businesses are fellow parents starting out…
Read More...Household Maintenance: Cleaning Dryer Vents and HVAC Systems
Disclaimer: I was provided with duct cleaning services in exchange for a review. As always, my opinions are my own and I pride myself on providing honest and practical reviews to fellow parents. In the 13 years that we have lived in our house we…
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