March 6, 2014
#BuyArtNotKids Auction
Art has always been the perfect way for me to relax and unwind, to draw out my frustration and a way to find myself. I try hard to encourage my boys to use their creativity and enjoy drawing, painting and sculpting.
Buy Art Not Kids’ (B.A.N.K.) is a fantastic organization that raises awareness and funds through art to support Ratanak International, a Canadian charity that rescues and rehabilitates child sex trafficking victims in Cambodia. The idea behind B.A.N.K is that art helps build up and communicate truths. They showcase art that inspires.
Their event is two fold; one to raise awareness about child sex trafficking in Cambodia while also raising funds to benefit Ratanak International.
The details:
Date: April 4th, 2014
Location: Havergal College – 1451 Avenue Road, Toronto, ON, M5N 2H9
Details: Will feature live music, performance art, raffle prizes, food, wine and auction. Tickets are $75.
You can purchase tickets online here. If you are unable to attend but want to donate you can do so here.
Here are some of my favourite pieces of artwork that I have framed around the house created by either myself or my children:
Disclosure: I did not receive compensation for this post. All opinions expressed are my own. Artwork is my own. Image at the beginning of the post is from #BuyArtNotKids
March 4, 2014
Staying Ahead of the Times with iParent.TV #giveaway
There is no way to get around it – technology is everywhere. My children are so advanced with apps and electronics I am constantly giving them my stuff to figure out!
I am always scared that they will be exposed to something that is harmful, download or share inappropriate information. What is even scarier is how many young adults will hide their online activities from their parents!
With it you will get articles,videos, reviews, tips and tools on:
- popular apps
- social network sites
- major websites
- top devices
Check out this awesome video on iParent.TV:
They are offering one of my readers a one year subscription! US and CAN residents, eighteen years of age and older can enter via the Rafflecopter form below. Good luck!
Disclosure: I will receive a subscription to iParent.TV in return for posting and hosting this giveaway. All opinions expressed are my own.
March 4, 2014
Shrove Tuesday #WW w/linky
It’s Shrove Tuesday today and this morning we are celebrating by eating Pancakes for breakfast and the kiddies will also be having pancakes at school today as well!
Link up your Wordless Wednesday post below so that I can stop by.
February 28, 2014
Skinfix: Natural Skin Care for All Your Skin Needs
Do you suffer from dry skin? Eczema? Are you familiar with the Skinfix name?
Skinfix is a Canadian company who specializes in all natural balms for the entire family. The products are centuries old (they came over from England with family!) and are composed of wound healing botanicals and emollient protective oils. They provide instant relief while soothing and repairing skin affected by eczema, dermatitis, diaper rash, minor bedsores, adult incontinence rash, pressure ulcers and other common skin conditions. They can treat the acute flare ups but also chronic conditions.
Skinfix has four all natural balms: Body Repair Balm, Diaper Rash Balm, Gentle Eczema Balm, Rapid Repair Balm.
Their Body Repair Balm is used to treat dryness and irritation. Eczema and dermatitis flare ups tend to get worse in the cold weather. These conditions affect 1 in 5 adults!
The Diaper Rash Balm is used to treat irritated and raw skin from the constant exposure to wetness and irritants. The balm is formulated specifically to safely halt diaper rashes on the spot. Have to add in the diaper rash balm is nut free! Check out the graph below comparing the most popular brands of diaper rash creams. You can find the original graph here. The Diaper Rash Balm is also a PTPA Award winner!
The Gentle Eczema Balm is perfect for the red and itchy rashes that affect at least 20% of newborn babies. The balm is formulated for their delicate skin and helps reduce chronic flare ups. It is infused with oatmeal and is nut and soy free. Their Gentle Eczema Balm is also a PTPA Award winner!
The Rapid Repair balm helps to sooth and protect skin from wetness, friction and irritation. This balm is perfect for the everyday skin conditions. These skin conditions range from skin chafing, wetness in skin folds, minor burns, razor burns and post waxing.
My favourite features of Skinfix are the thick texture of the product which allows you to feel it working. Only a small amount is needed each time – a little truly goes a long way with these products. Since they do not contain water like moisturizers they last on the skin longer and less is required. It is all natural (such a bonus!) and no steroids.
Skinfix products are dermatologist tested, pediatrician tested, steroid free, fragrance free, gluten free, paraben free, phthalate free and BPA free packaging.You can purchase them online here.
Disclosure: I am a Skinfix Ambassador. I received no compensation for this post besides bringing a fantastic product to you! Clicking on the above links will take you to my affiliate page but I receive no compensation from this unless an order is placed.
February 28, 2014
Murder and Mystery: Distortion
Murder and mystery – what is there not to love?! Distortion by Terri Blackstock is full of both.
Distortion by Terri Blackstock is based on the murder of Juliet Cole’s husband. Her husband is murdered right before her eyes in what she believes is a completely random and awful shooting. She is devastated at the loss of her husband and the father to her children. It is not until after hours of initial questioning when she heads home to deliver the news to her sons that a threatening voicemail changes everything.
Now the man she has been married to for fifteen years has become a stranger. Evidence emerges that shows this was not a random shooting but a deliberate attack. Juliet and her children’s lives are in danger. As they work through the mystery that was her husband’s life, his dark secrets come centre stage.
Distortion was a fast paced and suspenseful read right to the end. Juliet’s story is so frightening! Makes you wonder how well we really know the people around us. How many stories have we seen in the news of someone leading a completely second life! It is scary and terrifying. I literally could not put this novel down. I was so worried about Juliet and her boys and what her husband’s actions had done to them. So many curve balls thrown in this book it is hard to count!
Rating: 5/5
Disclosure: I received a digital copy of this book in order to facilitate this review. All opinions expressed are my own.