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I am the mother of two children, Connor (13) and Lauren (11). I love to blog about our life of travel, adventure and what's new. I also am very passionate about cooking and all things fitness. I also blog over at www.girlgetstrong.com (our sister company).
17 Great Nutritious Snacks for Kids of all Ages
Having healthy snacks readily available for your kids is key. Be sure to check the food label to make sure the snack is in line with your food plan or dietary needs. Keep these on hand and reach for them whenever you need a quick healthy snack. 3 graham cracker squares with 1 tbsp peanut [...]
Be Live Grand Playa, Cancun
Guest post – Randy, Canada Arrival – We were upgraded from the Oasis Palm Beach Rooms – Room was gorgeous, we asked for and received an ocean view room. Unfortunately hot water was inconsistent and despite the fact that we tipped, we had a hard time getting the maid to clean our room (we had [...]
Review: Barcelo Maya Beach, Mayan Riviera
Arrival: we arrived this past may 27th, 2011. we were at the Boca Building. It is extremely hot and steamy this time of year. lousy check in. took over an hour and a half waiting our turn in line. we got upgraded to the honeymoon suite for our 30th anniversery which was nice. the service [...]
Review: Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun
Guest writer – Janice from Canada Stayed at Paradisus Riviera Cancun from February 9 to 16. Your Arrival: We booked our trip with Itravel2000, through Transat Vacations. We chose this hotel because Transat had it on sale for a few days for a really good price, less than what you’d pay for a 4 star [...]
Canadian Girl Badly Beaten in Mexician Resort-Canadian’s Urged to be Cautious
A young Canadian woman beaten unconscious in a resort in Mazatlan adds to the influx of violent incidents in Mexico in recent weeks. Aliya Mawani, spokeswoman for the Department of Foreign Affairs said officials in Mexico are aware of the beating and are assisting the woman along with her family. “Our thoughts are with the [...]
Review: Blue Bay Getaway Temptation Cancun
Guest post by Richard, Canada Arrival: We arrived @ Temptation around 5pm & were in our room by 5-05, quick & efficent, our room was clean and ready, the mini bar was stocked with water,pop & beer. 5-06 we had our first Tequila Perilizer!!!!! Rooms: Our room was always clean, we had a view of [...]
Review: Aerobie® Pro Ring
This flying ring promises mighty distances. The kids and I were very sceptical about the claims but hopeful. I’ve never been that great at the old standard Frisbee so I was also hoping this flying ring would be easier for me to manage. Aerobie® Pro Ring THE ASTONISHING FLYING RING Spectacular flights – Guinness World [...]
Melted Crayon Art Project
I am totally addicted to Pinterest. If you have never checked out their site, you really should. If you have too much time on your hands, like I know all working mom’s do, (NOT) than this site is for you. You find so much super cool stuff on this site. Funny stuff, motivational quotes, lots [...]
Barcelo Maya Beach Review
Guest post from Michelle B. , Toronto, ON Canada This was my 5th trip to Cancun area. The last 3 including this one were Riviera Maya. Our travel agent highly recommended this resort. I have stayed at many all inclusive resorts and this was one of the top 2 we have stayed at. The food was [...]
Review: Sound of Music Gateway Theatre Richmond
THE SOUND OF MUSIC Music by Richard Rodgers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Book by Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse Gateway Theatre, Richmond Dec. 8-31 $47/$30 604-270-1812 or www.gatewaytheatre.com The floodplain is alive with the sound of music as Richmond’s Gateway Theatre goes with the spiritual uplift of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s 1959 classic for the [...]
