by Although I left Canada 17 years ago, I’m still very much a prairie girl at heart, and the land of the living skies is missed every day. Saskatchewan is a wonderfully diverse place that has many unique features. Some people think that there’s nothing to see in Saskatchewan, but with the wide open spaces […]
10 Fun Facts about Canada
by Even though people told us a lot about Canada before we moved here, my husband and I knew very little about this country that has now become our home. Over the years in Canada, we’ve made friends and moved cities, changed houses and jobs, travelled across the country and then back again, and of […]
Outdoor activities in different countries
by Outdoor activities and sport are of supreme importance for child’s healthy development. However, the time kids spend outside of home is not only an ingredient of a healthy lifestyle, but also a great mode to learn about the world and their immediate surroundings. The way we choose to spend time outside depends on the […]
Exploring the Mi’kmaq Culture with a Quillwork Inspired Craft {Native American Heritage Month Blog Hop and Giveaway}
by This post is part of the Native American Heritage Month Blog Hop & Giveaway – see details below! In honor of the Native American Heritage Month, I’d like to introduce you to the Mi’kmaq (also known as MicMac), the earliest settlers of my home province of Nova Scotia, Canada. The term “Mi’kmaq” means ‘my […]
Multicultural Meal Plan: Favorite Soups From Around the World
by Years ago, I have taken my family and embarked on our journey of virtually travelling around the world, exploring a new country, culture, or region each year. This virtual travel includes celebrating festivals, listening to traditional music, doing various crafts, and most tangibly: cooking and eating traditional and popular dishes. Just as these explorations […]