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If your kids got a metric fork ton of candy this weekend, try this to save both time and money for Future You. Any other...
02/11/2025

If your kids got a metric fork ton of candy this weekend, try this to save both time and money for Future You. Any other halloween hacks?

Alberta teachers have been legislated back to work and their charter rights violated. I would hope anyone who has ever b...
28/10/2025

Alberta teachers have been legislated back to work and their charter rights violated. I would hope anyone who has ever been loudly and proudly "anti-mandate" in this province (*looks pointedly around the room*) can spare 5 minutes and send this email on behalf of teachers and union members province-wide.

"Your Honour,

I am writing to you today as a deeply concerned Albertan parent. I am imploring you not to grant Royal Assent to the government’s bill that uses the notwithstanding clause to force teachers back to work.

This action is profoundly undemocratic and unconstitutional in spirit, as it strips away the fundamental right to protest and to collectively bargain — rights that are cornerstones of a free society. By invoking the notwithstanding clause in this context, the government is not merely resolving a labour dispute; it is setting a dangerous precedent that weakens the very Charter rights meant to protect all Canadians. The use of this clause should never become a tool of convenience for any government to bypass public accountability, legal scrutiny, or constitutional freedoms.

Equally troubling is the speed and secrecy with which this legislation was forced through — debated and passed within mere hours. There was no time for meaningful discussion, no opportunity for public consultation, and no room for thoughtful consideration of the long-term implications. Legislation that directly impacts thousands of families, students, and public servants deserves careful debate, not a rushed process designed to suppress dissent.

Your Honour, your role as Lieutenant Governor is a vital safeguard in our democracy — one that exists precisely for moments like this. Granting Royal Assent to this bill would lend legitimacy to an act that undermines democratic principles, civil liberties, and the trust Albertans place in their institutions.

I urge you, with the utmost respect and conviction, to withhold Royal Assent and send a clear message. The people of Alberta are watching, hoping that the values enshrined in our democracy will be upheld.

Respectfully,
(Full name, city, occupation)"

Email to: @ab.ca

22/10/2025

This doesn't include having a full-time job, seasonal clothing switches + replacing basics as needed, watching prices for holiday gifts, trying to be a good mom and wife, attempting but failing to maintain friendships, making sure the whole family takes their vitamins, and worrying about my children's education as we finish up our 3rd week of school lockout.

All aboard the struggle bus. Anyone else?

My kids miss school. I miss them going to school. I'm grateful for every minute teachers pour into their students before...
22/10/2025

My kids miss school. I miss them going to school. I'm grateful for every minute teachers pour into their students before, during, and after school (paid or unpaid). If I was boss, everyone would have to do a one week unpaid internship volunteering in a local classroom - elementary or secondary. After those five days, they would be required to share with the whole class exactly they believe teacher's don't deserve the reasonable accommodations they're asking for.

I am not the boss though. So I will just post my silly lunches on the internet, hope my "curriculum" of reading and board games is enough, and ironically take the free cash the government is throwing around for parents and plan to "generously supply" the "classroom" (no, not pay the teachers, we don't do that here in Alberta) upon the kids' return to school.

Red (lunchbox) for Ed 💪🏼

14/10/2025

Screaming crying throwing up at how grateful thankful blessed I am for this life, for you, for the experiences I get to have because of this silly little Instagram platform.

I want to give 5 of you the gift package of your dreams. Maybe you're a mom with no budget to treat yourself this year. Maybe you're a teacher who is not able to hold it all together anymore. Maybe you want to treat a friend surviving the hardest year of their life.

Let me know in the comments why you'd love to win, and what catches your eye. I'll choose 5 lucky winners - open worldwide, all shipping expenses on me. Ends October 16th at 10pm MST.

This is not sponsored by anyone or endorsed by any of the brands seen here. Just me. Sharing some love.

The BEST potatoes ever....in the microwave?YUP. Cube up a good pile of nugget potatoes and put them in a microwave-safe ...
09/09/2025

The BEST potatoes ever....in the microwave?

YUP. Cube up a good pile of nugget potatoes and put them in a microwave-safe dish (I use Corningware). Add in a few pats of butter (don't get caught up in the metric system, just measure it with your heart), some spices of your choosing (paprika and garlic are musts for me), and about ¼ to ⅓ cup of soya sauce (China Lily is my fave, but you do you).

Lid on, and put in the microwave. It needs four, 5 minute intervals on high (20 total minutes), lid on, with a stir in between each interval (use an oven mitt, dish will be HOT).

This creates the most flavourful potatoes ever. Made too many? Fry up the leftovers for breakfast or toss 'em in your air fryer (you won't regret this move).

Try these sometime and let me know what you think 😉

The first "real" week of school starts for us tomorrow, and we'll have extracurricular activities 5 nights a week every ...
07/09/2025

The first "real" week of school starts for us tomorrow, and we'll have extracurricular activities 5 nights a week every week (their choice, not mine). Because of this, the only way I can make sense of dinner is planning for it to be eaten at 3:30pm after school, and offer a big snack after activities.

Any other busy families try this strategy? Any tips or tricks you can offer me? Good meal ideas? I'll take basically whatever (except thoughts and prayers). Snackle boxes are obviously an option but I don't want to rely on fast food. A trough of pasta up front and I just pass plates around the car? Lol



Need some advice.My 8yo got an orthodontic expander this week, and eating/speaking is a whole new beast. Tips and tricks...
03/09/2025

Need some advice.

My 8yo got an orthodontic expander this week, and eating/speaking is a whole new beast. Tips and tricks to help her keep it all clean in there and some of the best snack options?

This is lunch for my 5th grader - she'll probably tell me I didn't send enough food 😂 girlfriend is growing!

If you're worried about getting enough protein into your kiddos between school, daycare, sports, and extracurriculars - ...
02/09/2025

If you're worried about getting enough protein into your kiddos between school, daycare, sports, and extracurriculars - try not to be. There are so many complete protein sources that are inexpensive and accessible. Milk, edamame, tofu, cottage cheese (any cheese really), greek yogurt, canned tuna, hummus, nuts (if your schools allow), eggs, black beans, and even sunflower seeds!

School lunches are a small part of the daily equation and not worth losing sleep over. Get your littles involved with lunch packing and try not to stress about it - I think I spent ages 12-18 subsisting on dried ramen noodles with extra seasoning packets and XL coke slurpees. I don't think I even saw a water bottle until my 20's.

You're doing amazing, I promise.

Back to school tomorrow - how are we feeling about it?
01/09/2025

Back to school tomorrow - how are we feeling about it?

This Spring we spent ten days exploring The Netherlands and for our very first European experience, it was incredible. W...
17/08/2025

This Spring we spent ten days exploring The Netherlands and for our very first European experience, it was incredible. Want to read all about it? Comment "Amsterdam" and I'll send you the link with all the nitty gritty ❤️🇳🇱

Let's talk about allowance for kids.In our home, chores (aka participation in the family dynamic) are unpaid work. The w...
12/08/2025

Let's talk about allowance for kids.

In our home, chores (aka participation in the family dynamic) are unpaid work. The way I vacuum the floors, my husband mows the lawn, we all bring our dishes to the sink after meals - these are the things that we have to do to keep the household running smoothly. Our family? We're a team. And we aren't paying for participation.

Allowance is given unconditionally to learn money management, budgeting, and financial responsibility. It is not tied in any way to the chores the kids do, it's an entirely separate system. How can we expect teens & young adults to be smart with their money when they've never been taught? Allowance helps them learn the value of a dollar. You want a new squishmallow? That's 6 weeks worth of your allowance. Is that worth it to you? A Nintendo Switch? You'll have to save ALL year for that. Financial literacy is the most important responsibility they'll have as adults.

We started this with our kids around the age of 5, but it's not a hard and fast rule. Your budget will dictate the amount you're able and willing to offer, but we chose to do $1 per year of age. So, when they're 5, they got $5 per week. Mostly loonies when they were little, but now it's paper money 😂

We set clear expectations around what their allowance could be used for (treats, toys, souvenirs on vacation) and what we would pay for (all necessities, extracurriculars, and some extras like an annual pool pass or shopping dates). They can also barter extra household responsibilities they wouldn't normally be expected to do (like weeding my garden) if they're trying to earn extra money for something. Just like in the real world, if you need more money, you have to work for it.

Normalize talking about money. Saving. Spending. Investing. Donating. What will a car cost when they're 16? What will an apartment rental cost? Down payments, first & last months rent + damage deposit, insurance, gas - we need to teach them now if we want them to make good choices later.

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