Category: Lifestyle

Pacha The Mama Llama – Book Review

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Pacha The Mama Llama is a classic story about a mom and her two babies and their journey as they migrate from Peru to Machu Picchu. A classic take that can be passed on for generations to come, with emphasis on the trials that mothers face when trying to keep their children’s best interest at heart. As a mother of two children myself, finding a personal connection to this story wasn’t hard. Although the story is about immigration, it is east to relate to the context overall as hardships that…

Has This Pandemic Changed Us For The Better?

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A few short weeks ago the urgency of the COVID19 Pandemic became apparent to my family. I remember the day clearly, it was Thursday afternoon when this all became a reality. The next day would have been the last Friday before the March break for the kids and I was faced with the decision to keep them home or send them for one last day with their friends for what would have been a school dance. That was the day things changed. I kept them home. Here we are days…

Social Media On The Sand – A Conference In Paradise

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It’s been 5 years since Social Media On The Sand, hosted by Beaches Resorts has launched. A social media playground for 100 women to connect and inspire each other through their business tactics and online presence. The application process is simple, social media mavens from around the world simply fill out a form and months later, wait by email in hopes to receive an invitation. I was thrilled when I was selected to attend this year October 16-20, 2019 in an opportunity of a lifetime! The best part was that I…

Simple Travel Essentials For The Whole Family

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  Yes, I know a few things about what it means to travel with children. We have been travelling with our own family ever since my children were born (practically). Our nomadic lifestyle leads us to many places more than once or twice a year and has made us somewhat experts in the field. This year has been just like the others, we have travelled a handful of times and we are hoping to keep the momentum onward in 2020 too.     Before we do, we’ve managed to squeeze…

Memobird Adds A Little Love To Your Lunchbox

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Disclosure: I received a memobird package in exchange for my honest review. As always, all opinions on lil-sugar.ca are my own Creating your unique and adorable memos with MEMOBIRD is easy! This tiny, portable thermal printer can print messages from virtually anywhere. Using the MEMOBIRD app, this paper messenger can receive paper messages in just seconds, from any mobile phone, tablet or computer. Simple to use and takes seconds to set up. It’s easy to print your to-do list, recipes, reminders, tiny labels, cute little lunch box letters too. I’ve made my…

The Fern Resort – Family Friendly Travel Close To Home

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Disclaimer – This post was written in partnership with Fern Resort.  All thoughts and opinions expressed on lil-sugar.ca are my own. When I think of vacation I think of a family friendly, no nonsense laid-back and relaxed holiday and time spent with my loved ones without worry. That is why we usually plan our getaways in an all-inclusive type atmosphere. Who knew Ontario had an all-inclusive resort so close to home? The Fern Resort offers worry free accommodation for your whole family without having to travel very far. We were invited to…

#KrinosFetaFaceoff Healthy Feta Baked Breakfast Skillet

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Breakfast has never looked so good, if I have to say so myself. I have partnered with @Krinoscanada again and I’m thrilled to tell you about their new #krinosfetafaceoff challenge! They put me to the test and have asked me to come up with a unique recipe using their new Krinos Multi-packs and boy did I invent something delicious! This recipe will have your family wanting it for breakfast lunch and dinner. Feta baked breakfast skillet is especially easy to make since it can be prepared beforehand and eaten at…

Bingemans Container Cabin Experience – Family Fun For Everyone!

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Disclaimer: Our family was gifted this experience in exchange for our own personal opinions expressed in this post.  Camping has come along way since I was little. We used to camp all the time in a tent with my family, and boy did my mom hate it! Today sleeping outdoors is far from the dirty, cheap tented mess I learned to love. There are endless options when staying in nature with your family that don’t even involve the traditional style tent. This past week, my family and I were fortunate…

Canada’s Wonderland Introduces The Yukon Striker

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New to Canada’s Wonderland this year is the Yukon Striker Roller Coaster! If you are brave enough to embark on this 90-degree drop for three breathtaking seconds while staring 245 feet down into an underwater tunnel then you are one brave soul. Either that or you must live for the thrill and this coaster is just for you! The Yukon Striker reaches speeds of 130 km/h and includes a complete 360-degree loop (the only one of its kind for a dive coaster). While I do suspect the wait times will…

Travel More, Pack Less – How We Travel Without Checking A Luggage

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I am about to tell you how you can pack for travel simply with just a carry on luggage and an agenda for adventure with a few easy steps and a checklist that will make you want to plan your next trip. Enjoying time off with your family should never be a hassle and now with these packing tips it doesn’t have to be! Our family loves to travel and makes a point of venturing off at least 2 times a year for a week at a time. Truth is,…