{Disclosure: This is a sponsored post by me on behalf of Lifescript.com.} As women, I think most of have had the importance of regular breast self examination and mammography drilled into us from an early age. We all do it, never expecting to find a lump or hear from your doctor that, "something" has shown on your x-ray. … [Read more...]
Breakfast Skillet ~ {Recipe}
June 28, 2013 by · 8 Comments
A couple of months ago, I was in London, Ont., visiting with my son. While there, a friend of his mentioned a Breakfast Skillet recipe she makes and how delicious it was. It sounded like something our family would really enjoy so I asked if she would mind sharing the recipe, as I wanted give it a try. She sent me the recipe and we have now made it a couple times; it is so delicious! It is also very simple and a little different from the regular Breakfast Bakes, in fact, this may be our new … [Read more...]
~ CLOSED ~ #TGCBB – “Images from The Atlantic” {Giveaway}
June 27, 2013 by · 48 Comments
Welcome to the giveaway portion of "The Great Canadian Blog Bash" (TGCBB). This year I am thrilled to announce, the super talented Catherine White, from Oak lawn Images Photography has very generously donated three gorgeous 5 x 7 photographs capturing "Images From the Atlantic". … [Read more...]
Celebrate Canada with The Great Canadian Blog Bash! #TGCBB {Giveaway link}
June 27, 2013 by · 21 Comments
Hi and welcome to The Great Canadian Blog Bash! {#TGCBB} First things first, a huge Canadian thank you to our three lovely hosts: Jennifer from Mom vs the Boys, Nancy from Whispered Inspirations, and Deanna from Maple leaf Mommy. Without their hard work and dedication we would not be enjoying this great coast to coast opportunity! … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday ~ It’s a Cat’s Life
June 25, 2013 by · 28 Comments
It's a Cat's Life ~ Our two kitties relaxing; Harper Leigh is snoozing in the window (in an unladylike pose) and Kashmir is chilling on a tissue paper (her latest obsession) topped pillow. Awhhh...life is good for the kitties in the Parlee household! … [Read more...]
Lemon Meringue Pie {Recipe}
June 24, 2013 by · 8 Comments
I have mentioned before how we look forward to having a big leisurely Sunday dinner... with lots of leftovers for Monday! It is also just about the only time we will make a dessert to complete the meal. On a recent Sunday, I made this delicious lemon meringue pie and I loved it so much I wanted to share the recipe with you! The lemon curd filling is the perfect balance of tart and sweet and the meringue is light and airy, a heavenly way to end a special dinner! … [Read more...]
Canada Rocks Giveaways ~ Linky for June 24th – June 30th
June 24, 2013 by · 4 Comments
Welcome to Canada Rocks Giveaways linky! This is the place where you can link up all of your Canadian friendly giveaways and/or enter some awesome giveaways too! … [Read more...]
My 4th Biannual Blogathon Bash ~ Goals ~
June 21, 2013 by · 28 Comments
I am very excited to be participating in this, my fourth Biannual Blogathon Bash. The Blogathon Bash is a twice yearly event designed for bloggers to set aside a block of time and get some much needed housekeeping chores completed. The event is taking place this week end {June 21st - 24th} and will run for 72 hours.{8am Friday to 8am Monday EST} … [Read more...]
Zaggora Hotpants ~ Harness the Heat and Burn More Calories!
June 20, 2013 by · 2 Comments
Zaggora Hotpants ~ It has been a very long winter and spring here in Atlantic Canada. It has been difficult to muster up the motivation to get off the couch, quit surfing the net, quit my evening snacking and STOP watching so much television. It is now or never, it is time to shed those unwanted winter pounds and get moving. Thankfully, a pair of Zaggora Hotpants landed on my doorstep at the perfect time...it was definitely a case of serendipity and the impetus to finally get moving! … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday ~ Spring…I’ve Waited a Long, Long Time for You!
June 18, 2013 by · 18 Comments
Although in my neck of the woods it is not yet feeling like summer, it is finally feeling like spring; I am now somewhat confident summer is not far away! {Please summer...don't let me down!} … [Read more...]
A Trip to the Atlantic Superstore Flower Market!
June 18, 2013 by · 2 Comments
I recently went on an excursion to our local Brookdale Treeland Nurseries Limited (BTN); they are the supplier of tropical plants, perennials, evergreens, trees and shrubs found in the Atlantic Superstore Flower Market. Four other BTN locations across Canada supply the Flower Market for the other Loblaws chain of stores. A couple of weeks ago, I also had the unique opportunity to interview Peter Cantley, he is the Vice President Floral & Garden, Loblaws Companies Limited. I was able to ask … [Read more...]