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We find delight in the beauty and happiness of children that makes the heart too big for the body.
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Category Archives: organic/eco
Apple picking
Since the girls enjoyed blueberry picking so much this summer, I figured they might also enjoy apple picking. And they did! We visited a small organic orchard about 45 minutes from Montreal called Verger Terrasolen and had a lovely time. … Continue reading
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growing organic
We are lucky enough to be able to afford to have organic fruit and vegetables delivered weekly to our house. However, not all of Jardin des Anges’ products are sourced locally so I have been looking into different options for … Continue reading
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Eco-Amelia
One of the greatest things that Amelia has learned at le petit gym is how to put things away. The teacher always sings the same song anytime something needs to be put away and it is amazing how all the … Continue reading
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Cooking
By far the biggest adjustment I have had to make as a parent is meal planning, preparation and cooking. Gone are the days of having bagels, lox and cream cheese after ultimate practice at 9:30 pm. Or a sandwich, or … Continue reading
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BPA
Earlier this year the FDA said it is taking a second look at bisphenol A (BPA), after originally stating that it was safe. Canada is a little bit more strict about BPA exposure, particularly for kids, but is it enough? … Continue reading
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Trees, please
Our daughter loves trees. At the park earlier this week, she crawled over to a tree that was about 10 feet away and then spent several minutes standing up and patting the trunk. She also likes lying on her back … Continue reading
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Allo, summer?
I love spring as much as the next person, but we could do with some warmth. We have so many cute summer dresses for Amelia that I fear she may never get to wear if the weather doesn’t warm up. … Continue reading
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Winner, again!
An ultimate player I know in Ottawa (who is also an artist who makes her own t-shirts, artwork, and other neat things) and her sister (a great illustrator) got together to offer a giveway of some of their creations. I … Continue reading
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Sunscreen
As a former lifeguard, and for the past 12 years an ultimate player who spends many, many, many hours outside in the summer under the hot sun, I buy a ton of sunscreen. Until I was pregnant, however, I didn’t … Continue reading
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