Author: Sheri
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Unusual fireplaces
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I love to watch design shows and see the interesting ideas they come up. One thing that we don’t have in our home, that I would love to have, is a fireplace . But I don’t want a regular old fireplace, I want something original. I went looking online and…
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Getting ready for preschool
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Last year we enrolled my fourth (and last) child in daycare two days a week. He has a birthday late in the year, so this year he will start Junior Kindergarten (equivalent to preschool in the States) when he is just 3 years old! All of my other kids were…
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Today’s parenting lessons…
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It’s a busy weekend because my oldest is heading off to college, but I needed to take a moment to share these parenting lessons I recently learned. If you allow your 8 year old to play online pictionary with other 8 year olds, he will learn a lot of ways…
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Kinder Surprise is relaunching in 2012! #KINDERMom
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Kinder Eggs have played a special role in several of our family traditions over the years. The Easter Bunny has always left at least one Kinder Surprise in each of the kids’ Easter baskets, Santa has done the same in the Christmas stockings, and when we take the kids to…
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The Gladstone Hotel – a unique and artsy experience
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I stayed at the Gladstone Hotel in Toronto this weekend. It is a unique hotel because each room is designed by an artist, and the hallways and lobbies double as gallery exhibits. It was definitely an interesting place, that included some gorgeous rooms like the Ambulation shown here. An old…
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Cities vs. Towns
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I live in a small town that is surrounded by farms. This weekend I am in Toronto…a big city for anyone who lives under a rock and never heard of Toronto. I’ve noticed some differences and similarities between small towns and big cities and thought I would share them with…
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Lemon Chicken & Pesto Sandwich
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The Lemon Chicken & Pesto Sandwich Recipe I participated in the Black & Decker Ultimate Sandwich Contest that was put on by Mom Central Canada, and I’m so excited to hear who the winner is tomorrow! While I’m waiting, I will share the third and final sandwich that I made…
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Small Victories
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Kellen is easily discouraged. He’s a lot like his mother…he expects to be great at things right out of the gate, and when it doesn’t happen he gets frustrated. I try not to let him quit when things get tough, but he’s pretty stubborn and if he doesn’t want to…
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The Steak & Baconator Sandwich
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The Steak & Baconator Sandwich Recipe I recently took part in the Black & Decker Ultimate Sandwich Contest through Mom Central Canada. My husband and I made a few sandwiches to test for the contest, and now that the contest is closed I thought it would be fun to share…
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Grill your meals with Calphalon
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Calphalon Electrics Removable Plate Grill Adjustable, floating grill height to fit your favorite foods. Extra large cooking surface accommodates 6 pork chops or burgers, or 4 panini. High performance, bronze nonstick removable grill plates are dishwasher safe. Locks to store flat or upright. Removable drip tray. Separate timer and temperature…