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Ottawa Tourism

Those who know me well, know that I LOVE my adopted hometown of Ottawa. I sing it’s praises everywhere I go. I truly believe it’s one of the best places to live in Canada. It also happens to be a great...

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Totem by Cirque Du Soleil

I figured that if I stood up last night at Totem by Cirque Du Soleil and shouted “That’s enough, stop this madness before someone gets hurt!”, the crowd might have turned against me. Still, I wanted...

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The Color Run Makes Running Fun

Running is a mental game. It not only requires fitness and endurance but a profound will to go the distance. I, do not possess this mental game. In fact, usually, somewhere around the second kilometre...

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We Day Ottawa – We Could Learn a Few Things from Our Kids

The words of Martin Luther King never lose their potency. Whether reading them or hearing his voice boom out the truth, you are covered with chills. It’s no mistake then that the founders of We Day and...

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The Book Of Mormon

If you can’t make fun of the Mormons, then who can you I ask? In today’s politically correct world, we’re surrounded by sacred cows everywhere, even the blondes and Newfies are pushing back for Pete’s...

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Winter Wonderlands – The Best of Ontario & Quebec

I used to hate winter —completely and utterly loathe it. I would get cranky when the leaves would disappear and pretty much hibernate until spring. Then I had a lightbulb moment. Unless I was moving my...

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Canadian Winter Festivals – Winter is Fun, Get out There!

Canadians know how to throw a party, and we don’t let a little thing like -21C (that’s -6F for our American friends) stop us. After all, if we restricted our celebrations to the days we felt all ten...

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Eat at SUBWAY, Help Children’s Miracle Network. Win/Win

Any mom will tell you that there is nothing worse than a sick child. In Ottawa, we’re so lucky to have The Children’s Miracle Network that helps programs at The Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario...

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Register Now to Visit the Magic Gift Workshop At Rideau Centre!

The magic of the holiday season is upon us and I am drawn to ALL THE FESTIVE THINGS. Red cups? Sign me up. Mailing Santa’s letters. Check. Buying gifts for those I love. DOUBLE CHECK. That’s why I like...

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Win a Family Pack to Enjoy Breakast With Santa!

On Saturday, November 19th, my littlest girl and I will kick off the season by attending the CF Rideau Centre Breakfast with Santa. This heartwarming event, taking place at the Shaw Centre, is being...

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Avoid A Financial Hangover this Season

Oh, holiday season, how we love you. We love the noise, the crowds, the children’s smiles, the shopping. We love it all, and it almost seems that for one short period every year we can spend without...

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Free Events In Ottawa You Don’t Want To Miss For Canada’s 150th!

Ottawa should be at the top of your list of must-visit destinations for Canada’s 150th birthday celebration this summer with an abundance of events guaranteed to get you in party mode.   Ottawa is set...

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Why My Daughter is Acing Compassionate Math and Fair Science

This school year has been challenging for my twelve year old daughter. A chronic back injury, has meant she has missed more than 32 days of school since September. We never know when she will be flat...

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Lessons for Life and Catholic Education in Ontario; Why We’re Thankful for...

As a child, I grew up across the street from two schools that were separated only by a public pool; one Catholic and one public. As Catholics (but far from practicing), the decision as to what school I...

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Cirque’s VOLTA Is An Exhilarating Treat For All

IIn Canada, and across the globe, Cirque du Soleil is a name known for incredible acrobatics, beautiful costumes and enticing storylines. I’ve had the opportunity to see a couple of their live shows...

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Ottawa Tourism

Those who know me well, know that I LOVE my adopted hometown of Ottawa. I sing it’s praises everywhere I go. I truly believe it’s one of the best places to live in Canada. It also happens to be a great...

View Article

Totem by Cirque Du Soleil

I figured that if I stood up last night at Totem by Cirque Du Soleil and shouted “That’s enough, stop this madness before someone gets hurt!”, the crowd might have turned against me. Still, I wanted...

View Article


The Color Run Makes Running Fun

Running is a mental game. It not only requires fitness and endurance but a profound will to go the distance. I, do not possess this mental game. In fact, usually, somewhere around the second kilometre...

View Article

We Day Ottawa – We Could Learn a Few Things from Our Kids

The words of Martin Luther King never lose their potency. Whether reading them or hearing his voice boom out the truth, you are covered with chills. It’s no mistake then that the founders of We Day and...

View Article

The Book Of Mormon

If you can’t make fun of the Mormons, then who can you I ask? In today’s politically correct world, we’re surrounded by sacred cows everywhere, even the blondes and Newfies are pushing back for Pete’s...

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