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• Clutter Control #3: The Linen Closet

  

  So, I consider myself a pretty neat and organized person. That said, when I decided to "straighten up" my linen closet, I was mortified by how badly I had let i... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Disney's Lady and The Tramp: Diamond Edition Blu-ray Combo Pack Released Tomorrow

  

  I've said it before: Disney is brilliant. Confession: before Saturday I had never seen Lady and the Tramp. I have always collected the "Princess" movies and som... Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Flashback: Making Icy Decorations

  

  I'm pulling one out of the archives to share with you today, since many of you weren't around for it back when This Mom Loves was in its infancy, so to speak,... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Anastasia's Picks: The Latest Selections For Kids and Pre-Tweens

  

  Here is my ten year old niece's latest recommended reading: CIRCUS GALACTICUS by Deva Fagan Summary: I like this book because it talks about magic and aliens. Read more

  Posted on 04 February 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• BIC Prize Pack (Worth $75) Up For Grabs: Make It "Write" In 2012!

  

  Giveaway open to Canadians. Yes, yes, we all love technology, but there are times that only a handwritten message will do. Family members were making fun of me... Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2012 FAMILY

• Clutter Control #2: Beauty Products

  

  "Order is the shape upon which beauty depends." Pearl Buck Let's talk about order and beauty all at the same time with my second post in my Clutter Control... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2012 HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Delicious Cookies and Cream Dessert

  

  Since I'm really getting into this macro photography thing, I wanted to share with you a pic of a delicious dessert I made over the Christmas holidays: I also... Read more

  Posted on 28 January 2012 FOOD & DRINK, RECIPES

• My Blogiversary, and Should I Wear It? Results

  

  Can you believe that my first post here at This Mom Loves was written two years ago today? Neither can I! As a gift to you on my second Blogiversary, here are... Read more

  Posted on 26 January 2012 FASHION

• My New Dining Room Centrepiece

  

  After all the Christmas decorations were cleared away, my house looked refreshingly minimalist. However, one cannot go without a centrepiece on one's dining roo... Read more

  Posted on 23 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• This Mom Loves' 2011 Stats

  I thought some of you might be interested in seeing where my traffic came from in 2011, and which were the most popular posts. Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• My Holiday Season, By The Numbers

  

  Here's a quick breakdown of how I spent my holidays: Books read: 3+1 (not a huge number, but we're not talking about light and fluffy reading material) We Need... Read more

  Posted on 18 January 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• January Jingles: $100 Paypal Cash Up For Grabs!

  

  Giveaway open worldwide. What better way to warm up this winter than with some retail therapy? I've teamed together with some other great bloggers to offer you ... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Valentine's XO Frames Craft...and My Intro to Pinterest

  

  I should have listened. Three of my coworkers were the first to try to convince me to join Pinterest, with a caveat: "It's really addictive!" they all warned. Read more

  Posted on 14 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Guest Post: Heather, Mesothelioma Survivor

  

  When I first heard Heather Von St. James' story I knew I she needed to share it with my readers. The specifics may be helpful to some, but the underlying messag... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Me, In Macro

  

  I've always been jealous of the clear, up-close photos I've seen on other blogs. My old point-and-shoot camera (a Canon PowerShot A75 purchased seven years... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2012 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Tangled Ever After Short Film Premieres on Beauty and the Beast in 3D

  

  Disney's brilliance never ceases to amaze me. When The Lion King came out in 3D in the fall, I debated whether to take my girls, considering we have the video... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2012 ENTERTAINMENT, FAMILY, MOVIES, PARENTING

• Should I Wear It? (Legwarmers Edition)

  

  Okay, here's a quick post, but it requires reader input! (Just two clicks, I promise.) In the fall I posted about all the great goodies I received for review... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2012 LIFESTYLE

• Clutter Control #1: The Underwear Drawer

  

  This year, I'm drawing on my issues strengths and launching a new series on Clutter Control. I'll warn you in advance that if you're of the "Thank God I don't... Read more

  Posted on 04 January 2012 HOME, SELF EXPRESSION

• Wednesday Words

  

  "Is it coincidence that we spend far more than our parents ever did on the restyling and improvement of our homes - homes in which we spend less and less time... Read more

  Posted on 28 December 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING

• Big City Family Getaway

  

  Last weekend we took the girls for a little pre-Christmas getaway in Toronto. The highlights: We stayed at the Marriott Renaissance Toronto Downtown Hotel... Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2011 FAMILY, PARENTING