Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
My kids get home from school at 2:30 p.m. That leaves a crazy amount of time between the end of school and dinner. In order to keep them from eating everything in their path as soon as they walk through the door, I need to be prepared with fast snacks that they can grab as …
I am Canadian through and through, but I lived in the British Virgin Islands for seven years with my husband and two children until moving back recently. From my house I saw the ocean, our weekends were spent at the beach, on the water, and temperature always hovered somewhere between perfect and ideal. I’m happy to be back for all …
Spooky Snacks the Kids Will Love! Is anyone else into the whole theme food idea? I think it’s fun to make snacks that reflect the nearest holiday! The kids really enjoy them! These fun healthy Halloween snacks are super easy to throw together! Healthy Halloween snacks may sound like a contradiction of words but healthy …
It’s almost a shame that fall is the time when most families find their rhythm with a return to a regular routine of work and school, instead of lazing away on vacation. There are so many activities to keep us busy and different places to explore, we’re hard pressed to choose our favourites on any …
On a recent trip through Wales, I was struck by how perfect it is as a family destination. From castles to beaches, hiking trails to adventure attractions, city lights and country walks: Wales has it all. You could spend at least a week or two taking in everything this amazing country has to offer with …
I didn’t always love avocado. There was a time when I turned my nose up at its texture and colour and ohmygawd what is that flavour? As my taste buds matured along came an appreciation for olives, craft ale, bearded men, and the previously despised green fruit. And then I couldn’t get enough. Guacamole became …
Did you know that you don’t have to wait for a happy occasion in your life to jump for joy? You can actually bring the joy you seek to your life by simply jumping. Jumping on a trampoline for 10 minutes is equivalent to going for a 30 minute jog and while the calorie burning is enough …
Well what do you know, it’s about that time again. Time to get organized and ready for the back to school extravaganza! I must say that the thing I least like about back to school is making lunches. I am not sure why it’s a big deal but it is. This year I am prepared …
