Did you know that 2016 is the year of the Monkey according to the Chinese Zodiac? The smallest kid and I learned all about China on our recent field trip to Dr.Sun Yat Sen Classical Gardens in Vancouver's historic Chinatown, and as Chinese New Year is quickly approaching I figured I'd make a Chinese New Year Bento Lunch to celebrate! The monkey in this bento lunch was created … [Read more...]
Friday Finds: 1.22.16
Happy Friday friends! I've decided to start a new series on the blog called Friday Finds. A weekly spot where I will share some of the neat items, products, and services I've discovered. This week, I'm super excited to share with you a new service that has been life changing. LIFE CHANGING! Superstore Click & Collect online grocery shopping. Did I mention Click & … [Read more...]
MAMMA MIA! is coming to Vancouver!
If you're a fan of the stage, a fan of the 80's, or just a good 'ole ABBA fan, you're gonna love this! MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it’s your turn to have the time of your life at this smash-hit musical that combines ABBA’s greatest hits, including “Dancing Queen,” “S.O.S.,” … [Read more...]
Cut the cord! 3 money saving ways to help you ditch the cable
Every January, I give something up for one month. It started 2 years ago with alcohol, last year it was gluten, and this year it's frivolous spending AKA... Shopping. After being accused of being an impulsive buyer, or perhaps even addicted to shopping, I gladly accepted the challenge of giving up shopping for the whole month of January. Anything that wasn't deemed as an … [Read more...]
Step aside Oscars – There’s a new show in town #CatsMeowAwards
Awards season is upon us - Golden Globes, Oscars, and of course the The 2015 Cat's Meow Awards! While I've never been a fan of the awards ceremonies themselves, watching more for the fashion wins and fails than the actual accolades. I'm a sucker for a good cat video, and it's apparent that I'm not the only one - from Reddit posts to Buzzfeed lists, it's im-paw-sible to scroll … [Read more...]