When I was a kid, I wasn't a big reader however I was a huge fan of choose your own adventure books. You know, the series of children's gamebooks written from a second-person point of view, and allowed the reader to make the choices that would determine the main character's actions and ultimately the plot's outcome. From the moment I discovered these books I couldn't put them … [Read more...]
A Passport to relaxation with Netflix!
Rejoice parents everywhere, summer is near! It's been a long school year of packing lunches, extra curricular activities, homework and who knows what else on top of work! At the end of the day, few things are more satisfying than settling in on the couch and binge watching your latest Netflix obsession. Mom's and Dad's out there, you deserve it! But what about the kids? I … [Read more...]
Teaching through tech – Why you’ll find my kid behind a screen this summer
This past fall, I was playing softball on a particularly gross and dreary day. Not wanting to leave the comfort of the warm car equipped with heat, music and various tech devices, the kids pleaded with me to let them stay in the vehicle. With the car only steps away from the dugout, I obliged. It wasn't until months later while scrolling through my camera roll that I … [Read more...]
Cod en Papillote with Lemon Mango Salsa
Cod en Papillote with Lemon Mango Salsa is a flavourful one pack dish perfect for weeknight dinners. As the weather gets warmer and warmer, the amount of time that I want to spend indoors gets lower and lower. Sadly though, Vancouver is infamous for teasing us with days of beautiful weather followed by seemingly endless amounts of rain. Summers are made for grilling, … [Read more...]
Lemon Glazed Blueberry Mini Doughnuts
I've shared my love of doughnuts with you guys in the past, so it should be no surprise that I'm back at it again with these Lemon Glazed Blueberry Mini Doughnuts. If you're a lover of doughnuts like I am, this is a must have recipe for your summer sweets rotation. Between kids school activities, PAC potlucks, and work luncheons I'm always on the hunt for a quick and easy show … [Read more...]
