As we approach the holidays, we’re getting excited to see family and take a break from the daily routine. Time out from work and some fun and relaxation are in our plan. We’ve become more efficient at preparing for the holidays although we start earlier. Two small kids and full schedules means we can’t leave […]

Yummy appetizers are sometimes a meal in themselves. How to make them pleasing, tasty and healthy? Here are 5 ideas that fit any budget: Heartwarming soup – brilliant on a cold day Humus and pita A selection of sliced meats and bread Fruit Dollar size pancakes with jam, syrup or shredded cheese Easy to prepare […]

Selecting which invitations to accept can be complex. Holiday parties are a big outing for parents with small kids because there’s a lot to put in place to make it happen including an outfit, babysitting, gifts, donations and transportation. My husband and I work for two very different organizations and the holiday parties were a […]

You may feel you have enough on your plate with the holiday season but here are a few points to think about: The RSP deadline is not for a few months but now is a good time to decide what you’ll do with a bonus, extra cheque or holiday extras The end of the year […]

There are lots of good organizations to give to at any time of the year. The holiday season however inspires greater consideration for those that do not have as much as some of us. Whether it is your time, energy, food or cash donation there are many worthy causes. A couple things to consider: Do […]

The theme of this post is decorations! Don’t forget to include this type of thing in your budget because a tree here, some lights there and a poinsettia or two and before you know it, $200 is out of your wallet! I suppose it’s like anything else and you get what you pay for. What […]