tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85209947015526267482024-03-05T04:38:16.983-08:00Busy MamaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.comBlogger179125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-49978646141186698602013-11-24T14:56:00.005-08:002013-11-24T14:56:59.612-08:00BABY GENDER GUESSING CALENDARIt has become "the norm" to find out your baby's gender in utero, however, this is a fun activity that can work for guessing both gender and the baby's birth date.<br />
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Here's how:<br />
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1. Find a free printable calendar of the month of your due date to download (you may need to have two calendar months combined if your due date falls at the beginning or end of a month). See here: <a href="http://www.calendarlabs.com/">http://www.calendarlabs.com</a><br /><br />
2. Once downloaded, insert it into a word processor (Word or Pages).<br /><br />3. Add the following words as a header to the document:<br />
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"Pink for a girl. Blue for a boy.<br />
When's the arrival of [insert name]'s bundle of joy?<br />
Pick a date and write your name.<br />
Let's see who will win this guessing game!"<br />
<br />4. Set out with a pink and boy pen and let your friends decide you can also add it as a picture on Facebook and had people "tag" themselves in it.<br />
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And, of course, serve with cupcakes!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-46320314811795056352013-11-15T12:00:00.000-08:002013-11-15T12:00:01.013-08:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: TAKE A PICTURE OF EVERY COMPLETED ITEMWahoooo! We made it! This was the last thing on my "to do" list for the summer (#50)! And let me just say what an amazing, AMAZING summer it has been!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2013 Summer Bucket List - Take a picture of every completed item</td></tr>
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The last thing you want to do is get to the end of your summer and think "what did I do all summer?" and "Wow, is it September already?" This summer my family and I wanted to be able to feel like we did things and we accomplished things.<br />
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I did things I've never done before like: writing a letter to my future self (<a href="http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/09/2013-summer-bucket-list-write-letter-to.html">http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/09/2013-summer-bucket-list-write-letter-to.html</a>) and made a YouTube "How To" Video (<a href="http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/10/2013-summer-bucket-list-make-youtube.html">http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/10/2013-summer-bucket-list-make-youtube.html</a>). We travelled places I didn't know existed before this year like Kanagroo Creek Farm (<a href="http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/10/2013-summer-bucket-list-visit-kangaroo.html">http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/10/2013-summer-bucket-list-visit-kangaroo.html</a>) and I did something I never thought I would do like: Eyebomb something (<a href="http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/10/2013-summer-bucket-list-eyebomb.html">http://busykamloopsmama.blogspot.ca/2013/10/2013-summer-bucket-list-eyebomb.html</a>)!<br />
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And though it all we took pictures (so many more than you can see on this blog)!<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-29923490518006601582013-11-14T12:00:00.000-08:002013-11-14T12:00:00.044-08:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: HAVE BOOSTER JUICE AND WALK THROUGH THE PARK<br />
What a relaxing way to take in a bit of summer and there isn't a better way than drinking Booster Juice. For those who have not had the pleasure of such a drink it's basically a frozen fruit smoothie. Very, very delicious and there a lots of flavour mixtures to choose from.<div>
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If you live in Kamloops (or elsewhere), be sure to "like" their Facebook page (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/BoosterJuiceKamloops">https://www.facebook.com/BoosterJuiceKamloops</a>). They will keep you updated on all the wonderful and new flavours and let you know of any deals they have going on (2 for 1 or .99 cent days).</div>
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3 Kamloops locations:</div>
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Aberdeen Mall #81</div>
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Open mall hours</div>
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Upper floor</div>
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Summit Shopping Centre #156</div>
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7am - 9pm Mon -Fri</div>
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8am - 9 pm Sat</div>
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9am - 7pm Sun & Holidays</div>
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Lansdowne Village #175 (downtown)</div>
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8am - 8pm Mon - Fri</div>
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9am - 8pm Sat</div>
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9am - 7pm Sun & Holidays</div>
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5 stars ****** from me and my family!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-75191258600421238052013-11-13T13:13:00.001-08:002013-11-13T13:13:37.824-08:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: PICNIC LUNCHHaving a picnic lunch is something we should all experience at some time in our life. It's great fun and it helps us to appreciate the outdoors.<br />
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This summer we headed outdoors to Riverside Park and enjoyed a picnic lunch.<br />
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Here's what we had:<br />
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<li>grapes</li>
<li>oranges</li>
<li>apple juice boxes & water</li>
<li>fruit snacks</li>
<li>chicken sandwiches</li>
<li>butter tarts!</li>
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Bring your lawn chairs or old blanket and don't forget the sunscreen!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-75987934850307619742013-11-08T16:00:00.000-08:002013-11-08T16:00:00.994-08:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: FLY A KITE<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I read online somewhere (forgive me for not remembering where!) that flying a kite should be on the list of things that every kid should do in their life. I agree. It's an inexpensive way to get outside and burn off energy. It's also a stress reliever and fun to do when it's nice out.<div>
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We put this task off until the very end of the summer, partly because we needed the windy day and partly because I needed the energy to run around a park in order to get the kite lifted in the air.</div>
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Overall, I like flying kites but we will leave doing this again until our children are old enough to do all of the running and we can stand back and watch.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-23288950904519063542013-11-07T17:00:00.000-08:002013-11-07T17:00:00.960-08:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: MUSIC IN THE PARK<br />
One of the cheapest and easiest forms of summer entertainment in Kamloops is to head downtown to Riverside Park and enjoy listening to Music in the Park.<div>
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Every summer night from 7-8:30pm at the Rotary Bandshell in Riverside Park a band (mostly local and almost all Canadian) play a free concert for all. Bring your lawn chairs or your blankets to put out on the grass and enjoy and evening out.</div>
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This is a wonderful way to catch-up with old friends (meet up and chat while listening to music) or a fun family outing. There are two playgrounds close by and a waterpark (the music can be heard all over the park). Often the summer evenings in Kamloops remain quite warm and a pleasant stroll by the river on the River's Trail is nice too.</div>
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The schedule of performers can be found here: <a href="http://www.city.kamloops.bc.ca/events/musicinthepark.shtml">http://www.city.kamloops.bc.ca/events/musicinthepark.shtml</a></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-78538033327534315902013-11-06T19:15:00.000-08:002013-11-06T19:15:12.105-08:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: GO FOR ICE-CREAM SUNDAESGoing for ice-cream should be on everyone's summer list. The "sundae" part was just a way to differentiate where we could go. That is to say, not McDonalds...<br />
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We chose to go out to Dairy Queen. I had a gift certificate to use up and DQ has a wonderful selection of ice-cream treats. As you can see from the picture we all had delicious treats (except for the newborn) and it was a wonderful and easy outing for a hot summer day.<br />
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Next summer we plan to go to an actual ice-cream parlour.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-87874305858670326102013-10-27T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-27T12:00:00.937-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: RASPBERRY PICKING<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Kamloops is the perfect place to grow raspberries and whether or not you have them in your back yard or find them out in the bush somewhere it is a wonderful what to spend a bit of time - also very rewarding because you get to eat what you pick!<br />
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At our house we have a section of raspberry bushes as do my parents; however, you could try watching on kijiji for free or minimal priced you-pick raspberries from a farm or someone's yard.<br />
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Tips:<br />
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<li>Lift up the branches and look underneath</li>
<li>Get down into a crouch position and look up for a different vantage point</li>
<li>Careful when picking raspberry stalks have tiny thorns on them</li>
<li>Bring a big bucket</li>
<li>Wear appropriate lotions (mosquito repellent or sunscreen)</li>
<li>Wash your raspberries when you get home</li>
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The more hands the merrier...Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-29284104019888732992013-10-26T16:09:00.002-07:002013-10-26T16:09:13.226-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: GO TO THE CANDY STORE AND EAT WHAT YOU BUYHow often do you just chow down on the candy? Maybe, once or twice a year? (Valentine's day chocolates and leftover Halloween candy)<br />
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This is the perfect addition to a "date night." Definitely a dessert. I suggest limiting the dollar amount to no more than $5 per person otherwise you end up with a lot of candy that you can't eat, it'll just make you sick. Really it will.<br />
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My husband and I did this one night this summer by going to the local Bulk Barn (bulk food store) and filling up our bags on candy and chocolates. You could also go to a grocery store with candy in a bulk food section. Alternatively, you could go to a traditional candy store, although this could be more expensive.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-82334979654759428172013-10-22T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-22T12:00:00.864-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: MAKE AND GIVE OUT A CARD<br />
"It is better to give than to receive."<div>
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What a lovely quote and so often thought of during the holiday season. But how often do we hand out presents and cards during the summer? Perhaps only if it is someone's birthday.</div>
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Here's what I suggest:</div>
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1. Think of something or someone who you are thankful for, has a birthday or just needs cheering up</div>
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2. Make a card by hand (hand drawn/crafted ones are always so special</div>
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3. Drop it in the mail or in their mailbox (if they are local)</div>
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Just think of how you would feel if you randomly received a card one day!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-62123596293412060352013-10-21T22:26:00.003-07:002013-10-21T22:26:50.701-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: MAKE A YOUTUBE "HOW TO" VIDEOThere are a kabillion "how to" videos out there but do you have something to share?<br />
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It was so much fun this summer making a YouTube "how to" video to share with my friends something that I have learned and can teach others. I chose to explain how to fold a fitted sheet because for years I absolutely dreaded changing my bed sheets because then I would have to fold them. It made me so frustrated. That was it. No longer. I looked up how to fold them and it hasn't been the same way since. Now folding sheets is a breeze and I do it all the time in a couple of seconds flat AND my linen closet looks great for it (so neat and tidy)!<br />
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You can find my video here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNNT_zloy_Y">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNNT_zloy_Y</a><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-20779123022074671652013-10-20T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-20T12:00:00.260-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: FAMILY FONDUE NIGHTYummmmmmm... Family Fondue Night. It really doesn't need many words does it?<br />
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I totally recommend a fondue night to everyone! Three main fondues:<br />
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1. oil to cook meats<br />
2. cheese for breads<br />
3. chocolate, chocolate, chocolate for fruits.<br />
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Hmm, I wonder which one our family picked? That's right, chocolate. Instead of preparing multiple different melted chocolate dishes (white, dark or milk chocolate) for our fondue we decided to only pick one as our family (who eats food right now anyway) is only 3 people. White chocolate it was.<br />
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These are the fruits we had:<br />
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<li>oranges</li>
<li>grapes</li>
<li>pineapple</li>
<li>strawberries</li>
<li>banana</li>
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Other fruit suggestions are as follows:<br />
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<li>honeydew melon</li>
<li>cantaloupe</li>
<li>apples</li>
<li>blueberries</li>
<li>pear</li>
<li>peaches</li>
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Try to stay away from overripe or watery fruits that tend to fall apart easily (watermelon, kiwi or raspberries for example).<br />
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Remember to add a touch of milk or cream to your melted chocolate mixture to create a creamy, drippy chocolate perfect for dipping. This will help avoid the chocolate clumping together.<br />
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As mentioned earlier I highly recommend a fondue night and it's even more fun with a group of friends or as a birthday party with teenage girls. It's a great dessert snack.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-39015814606730076442013-10-19T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-19T12:00:00.398-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: CARVE INITIALS IN A TREE<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Carving your initials in a tree is an "oldie but a goodie." It took us back to the days of first love and new romance. Maybe because it seems a little naughty to carve/vandalize a tree.<br />
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My husband pull out his carving knife (actually I think it was his dad's) and carved our initials in a tree this summer. Nothing like "cementing" our relationship even further! We chose to carve it in a tree that had already fallen down.<br />
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It may seem silly but it was lot of fun and I highly recommend it. Perhaps it can be on a tree in your backyard to create some sort of record that you lived in the house or a timeline of your family as it grows.<br />
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Maybe next summer we will take a walk and try and find it.<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-82454806225803109172013-10-18T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-18T12:00:05.786-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: WINFIELD BIBLE SCHOOL<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This summer, during a week mid-August, our family attended a Christadelphian Bible School in Winfield, BC. It is held annually at the Winfield Easter Seal Camp and it was a lot of fun.<br />
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We had a great time spending time with old friends, making new ones, listening to Bible classes and playing with our kids.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-15914723029711958712013-10-17T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-17T12:00:00.816-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: LEGO NIGHTThis is a great twist on a date night for either you and your significant other or your whole family.<br />
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Lego in our family has always been a huge deal. We love it. No, let me rephrase: we LOVE it! Buying lego sets was alway something we saved for. I, personally, own a couple of girl Lego sets. We have large sets and small sets and tons of mini figures!<br />
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This summer we dug out our big box of Lego and make boats. Pirate boats!<br />
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Ahoy matey!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-75011904737133197672013-10-16T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-16T12:00:00.363-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: DATE NIGHT<br />
Earls in Kamloops is one of our favourite places to go out for dinner. This may perhaps be a repeat of a date night we did approximately 1 year ago (see August 2012 posts on date night).<br />
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Dinner at Earls is fancy and yet relaxed too. Our server was fantastic and our food portions were huge and delicious.</div>
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Following Earls we decided to take advantage that my parents were babysitting the kids and we went out to the Canada Games Pool at the Tournament Capital Centre. Although, right now it is cheaper to go swimming as a family (unbelievable rate prices) it wasn't an opportunity we could pass up. We slipped into our bathing suits and sat in the hot tub for 45 mins. How relaxing! It also gave us a chance to catch-up and talk about things we haven't had time to discuss for a long time.</div>
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We stopped quickly on the way home at ExtraFoods and bought snacks to continue our date night when we got home. We relieved our babysitters, put our children to bed and snuggled in to watch a movie together. </div>
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It made for a great evening.</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-46314879035766105962013-10-15T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-15T12:00:01.014-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: BACKYARD BBQ WITH FRIENDS<br />
What summer can be complete without a backyard barbeque?! None! A barbeque is a fantastic way to celebrate the summer whether it is right at the beginning of the summer, the middle or the end.<br />
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We had our barbeque on the September long weekend and invited a couple of friends from town. Our kids had a good time playing and eating outside and the adults had a nice time talking and relaxing in the last of the summer heat.</div>
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Our menu included the following:</div>
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<li>Chicken, pineapple, pepper and tomato shish-kabobs</li>
<li>corn on the cob</li>
<li>rice</li>
<li>watermelon</li>
<li>cupcakes for dessert</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-55430084598749417792013-10-11T12:00:00.001-07:002013-10-11T12:00:00.499-07:00TIME TO BE CRAFTY: HOME-MADE THANKSGIVING BANNERI'm so thankful for so many things. Family (husband and children), health, house, clothing, food and so much more. What are you thankful for?<br />
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Here's how to make a home-made thanksgiving banner:</div>
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Materials needed:</div>
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-yarn/string</div>
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-6 pieces of coloured paper (Autumn colours would be ideal: 2 yellow, 1 orange, 1 Green, 2 red and 1 brown)</div>
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1. Open a Word/Pages document on your computer and type the letters in the list bellows to spell out "Give Thanks!" Adjust the font size to approx. 400 pts. This should fit 2 letters per page, landscape layout.</div>
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Page 1, Yellow: G & T</div>
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Page 2, Yellow: K</div>
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Page 3, Orange: I & H</div>
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Page 4, Green: E & N</div>
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Page 5, Red: V & A</div>
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Page 6, Red: S</div>
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Page 7, Brown: ! & [blank for space between words]</div>
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Letters: G I V E T H A N K S !</div>
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Coloured Paper: Y O R G B Y O R G Y R B</div>
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2. Print document on coloured paper.</div>
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5. Punch holes in opposite sides of the papers.</div>
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Happy Thanksgiving readers!</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-8948889017750983692013-10-10T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-10T12:00:00.208-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: VACATION BIBLE SCHOOLThis summer we participated in planning and attending a Vacation Bible School from July 22-26.<br />
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The subject was "Friends of God" and we looked at various Bible stories that included friends of God: Noah, Abraham, David and Jesus and one day on how we could become friends of God.<br />
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The Bible School was a success and I think the children who attended had a good time.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-26074794439268502132013-10-09T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-09T12:00:03.179-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: GEOCACHING<br />
Geocaching is an amazingly fun activity. For those who have never "Geocached" before, let me explain. Geocaching is a treasure hunt. Worldwide. How awesome is that!?!<div>
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3. input the GPS coordinates</div>
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4. hunt for the treasure (remember that it can be high or low and they are usually WELL hidden)</div>
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5. fill in the log book and exchange a treasure found in the box with a small item you own</div>
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Get out there! The world's waiting for you!</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-49994462771215183022013-10-08T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-08T12:00:00.875-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: EAT POPSICLES<br />
As those that were living in Kamloops this summer know, it was a scorcher this summer! In fact, on the day we ate popsicles this summer they melted so fast it was hard to keep up.<div>
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Often times, we buy pop, chips, candy, slushes/slurpees or ice-cream but hardly ever do we buy popsicles. This was a fantastic treat for our family. You can find them in the glass topped coolers in most corner stores and we each picked on out and ate it on a family walk this summer.</div>
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Just as easily, and more likely cheaper, you can make home-made popsicles too. Check out the local dollar store or Walmart for plastic popsicle holders. Flavour options can include mixing jello and juice together, just fruit juice, yogurt or real fruit popsicles. This can be a wonderful treat for young and old alike during a hot summer day. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-54408301451148294572013-10-07T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-07T12:00:00.940-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: READ AN UNCLE JOHN'S BATHROOM READERWe all need a little humor in our lives so this summer I read an Uncle John's Bathroom Reader.<br />
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Although I learnt many interesting facts, it was a little to much and it seemed rushed and I spread out the reading over 4 weeks. A bathroom reader is a book that you should only read a little bit at a time. Perhaps next time I will only read a pocket sized bathroom reader.<br />
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Interesting fact of the day: Approximately 56,000 courier pigeons "fought" in World War II<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-34995376623117700452013-10-06T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-06T12:00:00.061-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: VISIT KANGAROO CREEK FARM100% Recommended to everyone! We loved the Kangaroo Creek Farm and it's a great activity for everyone!<div>
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Kangaroo Creek Farm is located in Winfield, the heart of the Okanagan, British Columbia. A family farm and petting zoo that has expanded over the years to become a public and wonderful tourist attraction.</div>
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Location: 3193 Hill Road, Lake Country, BC (the street directly behind the A&W) this unique petting zoo is a wonderful activity for all.</div>
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Hours: 10am - 2pm from spring until fall. Check-out their website for hours of operation before you visit (see below link). Allow yourself 2 hours to visit. We went for an hour and it was not long enough!</div>
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Cost: by donation (suggested $5 per person). This does not mean it is free; however there is no one collecting your money. Be honest. Remember that this covers all the costs of paid staff, food for animals, insurance and general upkeep of the farm. <br /><br />
Parking: on the street and you have to walk down a steep hill to the farm. Only wheelchair parking is available in the small parking lot.<br />
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Seating: 2 large picnic tables and a large grassy area.<br />
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Enclosures and animals: There are two enclosures, don't miss out on either one. One has the kangaroos and wallabies and the other has all other animals (potbellied pig, emu, peacock, chickens, goats, parrots, sugar gliders, etc).</div>
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Website: <a href="http://www.kangaroocreekfarm.com/">http://www.kangaroocreekfarm.com</a> Do not be fooled by the amateur website, this is an incredible opportunity of a place to visit.<br />
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Don't miss out! Plan your visit either for this month or in the spring!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-57463452993534454602013-10-05T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-05T12:00:01.007-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: FAMILY PICTURE<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Ever since I've been in school I've always considered September as a new beginning to the year. So it was no surprise that one of our family traditions is to take a family photo every September just like school photos.<br />
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What a difference a year makes! Last year our daughter was not quite 1 year old and now we have 2 children! This September I included our family picture taking in the Summer Bucket List.<br />
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We broke out the camera and tripod and headed to McArthur Island Park and set ourselves up for a couple of pictures. Because we have young children we tried to keep it to a minimum and only took about 5 different poses (including one of the kids without parents).<br />
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This is a very useful blog article I recommend reading prior to taking family photos (whether you're the photographer or the subjects): <a href="http://www.thedatingdivas.com/family-fun/101-family-picture-tips-and-ideas/">http://www.thedatingdivas.com/family-fun/101-family-picture-tips-and-ideas/</a><br />
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Here are some suggestions for great family photo locations in Kamloops, BC:<br />
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<li>Old train station downtown by the Keg</li>
<li>steps and courtyard by the Keg</li>
<li>Riverside Park (rose gardens, spiral rocks, oriental garden, the flower fountain and the park generally)</li>
<li>Old brick buildings downtown (use the walls as backdrops)</li>
<li>Downtown back alley murals</li>
<li>Gagliardi Square (beside St. Andrews Church)</li>
<li>Peterson Creek Park (by the creek)</li>
<li>Kenna Cartwright Park (in the sagebrush)</li>
<li>Centennial Park and the dike in Westsyde </li>
<li>McQueen Lake Environmental Centre</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13944472186525863915noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8520994701552626748.post-37746681157040991672013-10-04T12:00:00.000-07:002013-10-04T12:00:00.608-07:002013 SUMMER BUCKET LIST: EYEBOMB SOMETHING<br />
What is "Eyebombing"? Only the BEST THING EVER!<div>
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"Eyebombing is the art of sticking "googly eyes" onto an inanimate object in the public sphere, in a way that cleverly lends the object the appearance of a living create." Official weblink here: <a href="http://eyebombing.com/about">http://eyebombing.com/about</a></div>
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It's a wonderful form of street art that is very, very addictive. Once you start you can't stop; so buy a big bag of googly eyes. Remember to buy eyes that have sticky backs (like stickers) so that you don't have to walk around with tape.</div>
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Have fun and bring a smile to passersby.</div>
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