Life In Pleasantville
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It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but for many of us, Christmas is also the most stressful time of the year. Suddenly our already-hefty to-do lists are a mile long, and previously free weekends and evenings are swallowed up by frantic amounts of merry-making. Add that to the pressure of wanting …
The first rule of Pet Club: Don’t bring a new pup or kitten into a house when there are garlands to swing from and ornaments to mangle. The second rule of Pet Club: Resistance (to puppies and kittens) is futile. Approximately 35% of Canadian households have dogs and 38% have cats; the numbers are almost …
Get cozy and prepare for a holiday movie marathon with 25 Must See Christmas Movies to brighten your festive season! From heartwarming classics to laugh-out-loud comedies, this list will keep your spirits high and warm your heart like a cup of hot cocoa on a snowy day. And while movie preferences can be as unique …
I started a health journey at the beginning of 2015 and as we draw near to 2016, I’m pleased to say I’m still going strong! In fact, I find myself pushing harder now than ever before. Although I haven’t yet hit every goal I set, I’m still looking down the road I’m headed with a …
When you live in Canada, dressing for winter is a BIG deal. A puffy coat is likely a staple in many of our wardrobes, but these practical coats don’t work for every occasion. What if you have a big business meeting? A holiday party? A wedding? A night out on the town? Despite many …
Let’s be real for a minute. This is not the year to be running around buying things for people that they don’t need with money we don’t have. No, this is the year of the practical gift, something people will use, that will impress them with your thoughtfulness, and keep money in your pocket. Thankfully, …
When my children were babies, I felt sure that I could never let them out of my sight. As they grew into toddlers, I became anxious about sending them to school. For a time I gave serious consideration to homeschooling them. At first I couldn’t understand why I was so hesitant to send them to …
My girls love competitive cheerleading. L-O-V-E it. They love the hard work, the dance, the tumbling, the camaraderie and the competition. I love seeing them happy. As a mom, I want them to have a physical activity they love pursuing. Also, as we enter the teen years, I’m happy to keep them busy because there …
