December, 2014 | PTPA | Parent Tested Parent Approved

Around the world, people eat different foods that are said to symbolize luck into the New Year. For many, January 1 offers a new opportunity to forget the past and start fresh. If 2014 didn’t go quite as planned, 2015 is another shot. I don’t really make New Years resolutions, but I do reflect on my previous year, being thankful…

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Winter Fun With The ‘Disappearing’ Snowman

PTPADecember 21, 2014

I usually make 1/2 of the mixture and it works out great for 2 people, but you can make enough for 4 if you like, or 2 larger snowmen. Here’s what you need (makes 4): -a waterproof hat (we use playmobil pieces for this) -some ‘buttons’ (small beads work well) -arms (toothpicks, twigs etc) Ingredients: -2 cups baking soda -2…

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5 New Years Resolutions You Should Be Making

PTPADecember 19, 2014

It will soon be the start of a New Year and time to get those New Years Resolutions formulated. Some say they are a waste of time, but why not create a new you? Why not make healthy changes? Why not set some new goals for yourself? Why not make 2015 the year you get to the gym, start eating…

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#AllLivesMatter

PTPADecember 18, 2014

I have sat down several times to write this post and often find I get far too emotional or I just don’t know where to start. This subject makes me angry, sad, confused and so many other heavy emotions, but I know that I am not the only one feeling them and we need to keep an open dialogue for…

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A Chanukah Dilemma

PTPADecember 17, 2014

Every year during the holidays I think back to my childhood and remember how much fun Chanukah was. Although, I have to say I was a little jealous of all my friends that celebrated Christmas. The idea of trimming the tree and decorating the house seemed like a lot of fun and something I felt I was missing out on.…

Food & Drink For the Kids

Holiday Dessert Recipes: Santa Approved

PTPADecember 16, 2014

‘Tis the season to be jolly. I’m not sure about you, but for me to get a little jollier, I need some baked goods first. What I first recommend is grabbing a friend or some young potential Top Chef champions and heading over to your closest Bulk Barn. The seasonal cupcake tins and other decorative candies really will put you…

Everyday Parenting Lifestyle

We’re Skipping Out on the Snow Birds

PTPADecember 15, 2014

For the past 5 years my family, including Grama and Papa have had the joy of escaping down to the wonderful lands of Florida. It became a family tradition to spend Christmas in the sunny South, but this year we are skipping out on the snow birds. The day the decision was made that we weren’t going, was a day…

Crafts & DIY

5 Ways to Wrap Gifts Using Household Items

PTPADecember 14, 2014

Right around this time of year is when many people start to realize they are severely underprepared for the impending holiday season. If you feel confident about Christmas dinner then surely you haven’t finished your gift shopping. If the house is prepped for the in-laws then you must be forgetting the turkey. If somehow you’ve managed to organize food, gifts,…

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Preparing For Winter

PTPADecember 14, 2014

I have lived in Toronto for 25 years. One of the things I love about big city life is weather. Or, should I say, lack of it! Toronto doesn’t usually get snow. We get a light dusting, but that’s about it. Sassy toques and maybe gloves are all we need! I have spent many city winters only wearing fashion boots,…

Crafts & DIY

DIY Christmas Wreath for Under $20

PTPADecember 13, 2014

As the great Andy Williams once said, the most wonderful time of the year involves kids jingle-belling, marshmallows for toasting, and lots of mistle-toeing. Obviously these things are great and add to the wonder of the holiday season, but I do believe Mr. Williams forgot to mention one very important thing—Christmas crafting. Duh, come on now, Andy. Since I’ve just…

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