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The #LilGiftList Is LIVE!

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Lil-sugar readers, something BIG is about to happen! Remember to check back daily all December long for some fantastic giveaways, and specials from a coveted gift list that will have everyone in your family smiling this Holiday season!  Featuring only the hottest, newest and most chic products for 2015! **If you are a company and wish to be featured send inquires to: info@lil-sugar.ca TODAY! ————————————————————————————————— This is exciting! Lil-sugar readers will have the chance to win one of the following amazing gifts that are sure to have someone you love’s…

Hot, Sweaty and LOUD! Moggies Earmuffs To The Rescue! & Promo Code!

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It’s no secret that I have a mental love affair with Lenny Kravitz…ok, maybe a physical one too. So, when the chance to see him live (again) I didn’t think twice about purchasing tickets for the whole family to attend. You see, I never leave my kids with anyone and my husband and I believe that they should be allowed to attend anything we do. One BIG problem though, I didn’t think about the sound volume before hitting that purchase button on my computer screen. Enter Moggies Earmuffs to the…

Our Horrifyingly Beautiful World.

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I am a mama that worries…A LOT. I worry that my children will go out into this world that is not safe anymore, I worry about how they will adapt to a harsh reality that is today. I worry that they will be too ‘soft’ to mesh well with others, and I worry that they will never ever get to see all the beauty that truly is around them. Reality sucks. In light of the past events that have happened both last week and yesterday’s bombings, restoring faith in humanity…

Easy Chickpea and Spinach Soup! A.K.A “Swamp Soup”

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  I am not personally a fan of soup, nor a fan of chickpeas or spinach….BUT I love this soup! My mother and aunt have been making it for years and I have finally decided to make it at home for my boys. Since most kids hate veggies, I pureed theirs to look like what we like to call ‘Swamp Soup.’ Later I realized they liked the soup with the ‘chunks’ too…either way, this is a hearty and delicious soup the whole family can enjoy! PLUS it is the perfect meal when…

Celebrate Earth Day with Netflix! #StreamTeam

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Since Earth Day is fast approaching, what better way to get your children (and yourself) motivated to kick it into high gear then with movies and education?I love Netflix for the simple fact that movies and documentaries are categorized for viewers like myself. I am a strong believer of showing my kids real-life without sugar-coating our environment. I feel that if they see things first hand, I can have the opportunity to show and explain to them why things happen.       We have been watching some great Netflix…

Children Banned from School for Distracting Hairstyles–My Personal Connection…

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Who would have thought that the amount of publicity and controversy surrounding hairstyles would be such a big topic in todays day and age. I am writing with response to the latest story about the Kindergarten boy who was suspended because of his mini-Mohawk. Take a look at this adorable 6 year old boy who was suspended from KINDERGARTEN because his hair was a ‘distraction’ to students. Does that mean Maddox Jolie-Pitt should be banned from the covers of millions of news stands?Isn’t everything distracting for a bunch of 6 year old children?…

Kinder Easter Traditions and Family. #KinderMom

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Easter is a big deal in our home, I just love all the anticipation, the colors and all the Springtime life that fills the air! For as long as I can remember my parents were always a huge part in making this an extra special holiday for me. Now, with my own two kids I have carried on the tradition of making those tiny memories live on through them.Weeks before Easter, I decorate the house with pastels, we bake, and fill baskets with eggs…all leading to the BIG day when…

Orange Vinegar All Purpose Household Cleaner!

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I have been on an ‘organic’ kick lately, and I saw this recipe on pinterest so I thought why not give it a try and save some money while helping the environment too! I also had a bunch of oranges that I was juicing to make fresh OJ, so it was perfect timing to try this! Here’s how you can make your own organic household cleaner for yourself! Let me know how it goes…               Ingredients: -1 gallon (or larger) glass jar – you…

Delicious Stuffed Chicken Thigh Recipe

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This recipe is well worth the indulgence, and it is really easy to make too! I always serve this meal with veggies and ‘healthier’ options on the side…yum! What you need: Approximately 12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1 green pepper sliced lengthwise Provolone Cheese or Mozzarella (12 slices or pieces) BBq Rub – Olive Oil 12 strips of Bacon   Instructions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Put a slice of provolone cheese or mozzarella and 1 slice of green pepper in the middle of each thigh and roll up. Wrap each…

What’s Wrong With This Generation?

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**Warning: If you are under the age of 30, you may not be able to relate, or even understand this post** Lately I have been feeling old. I am 32 and I feel like I am worlds apart from the teenagers today. While getting my skates sharpened the other day, I engaged in a conversation involving cosmetic surgery and the teenager helping me made a comment about Meghan Fox and how she looks amazing post-surgery. So, I said ‘what happens later on in life though, after the surgery goes wrong…