A couple of hockey nights out with my kids this week have formed a new one-on-one tradition celebrating my Calgary kids and their love of Panthers and Sharks.
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How Charlie’s 50/50 Birthday Party Turned Into A #Make150Count Moment
RBC is inspiring Canada’s youth to make a difference by giving them $150 to affect change. How will you #Make150Count this year?
How To Invite Your Kids To Be Part Of The Magic Of Santa
We’ve been struggling with the Santa secret for Zacharie this year. He pieced it all together quite suddenly and had his imagination crushed. He’s been moping for a few days, almost as if a best…
When Your Kid Can’t Handle The Truth About Santa
The bubble has burst for Zacharie and its going to take a long time to rebuild the trust with our son after he found out the truth about Santa.
The Zacharie Show: Reviewing Furby Connect to #PowerImagination
Duracell is back with another campaign to raise money for Children’s Miracle Network to help #powerimagination of the kids in hospital. Zacharie reviews Furby Connect in the latest The Zacharie Show episode.
5 Epic Gingerbread Houses And 1 Not So Epic One
We set to work on gingerbread house this weekend. It was nothing epic like you see across the web, but it’s ours – and it’s perfect.
How To Get It There On Time When You’re A Last Minute Santa
It’s down to that time of year when you start FaceTiming your loved ones .. from the store. My mom said my grandfather wanted a shirt. Not knowing what a 92 yr old man wears…
How To Shake Hands With An Astronaut
My boys met an astronaut last night and while they could have spent their time with him talking about planets and rockets, they instead learned to shake hands in a lesson that will last a lifetime.
My Favourite Toy Of All Time
Electronic Quarterback blows the doors off any Hatchimal or Pokemon. It is my favourite toy of all time, and I still have one! 🙂
How To Tell Your Kids The Truth About Santa
How do you tell your kids the truth about Santa? Here’s a wonderful letter I have saved because my oldest is close. Meanwhile, I’m continuing to weave the magic.
Should I Get My Kids A Gaming Console For Christmas?
Is it time for my kids to have a gaming console? Are they missing out by not having the ‘gaming culture’ experience so many their age have? I think I found a fun workaround
Dear Santa, I Want A Punch In The Face
Charlie took his Dear Santa request a little sideways this year as he hopped up on the big guy’s lap at the mall.
Practical Christmas Gift Ideas For Dads (And Moms)
Parents spend all their time shopping for everyone else, which is why, at Christmas, wardrobe staples are the perfect gift ideas for dads. I need me some pyjamas, jeans, and shirts. And Mark’s is where it happens.
The Best Christmas Gift For Infants And Toddlers
One of the best Christmas gift for infants and toddlers is an RESP donation. Kids don’t need much when they’re young, they’ll need a lot of help when they’re older.
I Blog Because I Don’t Want To Forget, So My Kids Remember
I want everything to stop. I want to remember. It’s a quote from Ken Dryden and I chose it as my yearbook quote 20 years before I became a father, and how prescient of a quote it was.
Make Rice Krispies Treats For Toys To Give Back This Season
Rice Krispies Treats For Toys are back this year. Have some fun playing with Rice Krispies Treats and turn them into toys for kids who need this Christmas. It’s all at #TreatsForToys