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August 21, 2014

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Oh, hello!

Tara & Helisa met by happenstance over a love of coupons and saving money. Surviving solely on coffee, cuddles and post-it notes (and a bit of sassy humour) they can often be found enjoying all that beautiful British Columbia has to offer.

Want to chat? Say hi! -- [email protected]

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I’m settling in for an evening of snacks, contes

I’m settling in for an evening of snacks, contests and fun at the @hflvancouver Sip and Savour event! Picked up our gift bag earlier and it is ✨loaded✨ with some of my favourite brands and some new faves to discover! Best part? It’s a virtual event so I can snack and party in my pajamas!

I’m missing in person events so this is the perfect way to have some fun with friends, try some new goodies and maybe win some epic prizes.

Swipe 👈🏻 to see what’s inside the @wholefoodsbc bag!

Do you have a favourite snack inside? I mayyyy already be eating the @laikicrackers 🤷🏼‍♀️🤣
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Lift Each Other Up // It’s @pinkshirtday, and I

Lift Each Other Up //

It’s @pinkshirtday, and I am so thankful to be raising a kind human who believes kindness is her love language. She was determined to be the pinkest kid in class today and talked about all the ways she was going to show some extra kindness.

I’m acutely aware, as someone who was bullied growing up, that a pink shirt doesn’t eliminate bullying, but hopefully it can encourage a snowball of kindness that can manifest change, even if it’s just a small change. How are you showing extra kindness today?

Don’t forget that you can donate directly to anti bullying initiatives on the Pink Shirt Day website and shop the Pink Shirt Day shop with proceeds benefitting community programs.

Are you wearing pink today?
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I thought my days of having my hair up were over f

I thought my days of having my hair up were over for awhile when I cut off 18 inches and donated it last year. (gifted)

Turns out, moms will ✨always✨ find a way to mombun and daughters will always find a way to steal their scrunchies.

Both A and I are loving our new scrunchies from @brew.knot, each scrunchie is hilariously named after a character from @schittscreek so, there’s one for every personality. They are such high quality with a thick elastic band; plenty of floofy fabric and some of my favourite fabrics! I immediately stole back the black patterned one because miiiine.

I love supporting local but even more so when I have a need for allllll the scrunchies!

Do you have a favourite scrunchie or is this just a me thing?

Head over to @brew.knot to grab yours!
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Would you like to win theMaskWash set? Give yourse

Would you like to win theMaskWash set? Give yourself a time and energy-saving gift!

Does anyone else have a ridiculous amount of masks, mostly so you don't have to keep washing them every day? I hate doing laundry and try to squeeze in one laundry day a week and that was not working with a house full of mask wearing people!

@theMaskWash is a new portable mask washing system that just hit the Canadian market. Developed by two B.C. sisters (who happen to basically be my neighbors of amazingness), this eco-friendly solution gives consumers a hygienic and time efficient way to single-wash cloth face masks at home or while travelling - without the need of a washing machine!

It's incredibly easy to use, use a small amount of your favourite detergent, fill with the warmest water your mask care instructions allow, seal it up and *dance party* your way to cleaner masks. No seriously, just shake it up! Once you're done, rinse out the masks and lay on the waffle weave microfibre towel or hang to dry.

I've found this to be a life saver, instead of needing to wash every single day I'm able to toss a bunch into the large bag every 1-2 days without needing to worry about the pressure to do an entire load of laundry!

One lucky fan is going to win a @themaskwash system to try out themselves!

𝐇𝐎𝗪 𝐓𝐎 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑 //
1. FOLLOW @bcmomdotca & @themaskwash on IG
2. LIKE this post
3. TAG a friend who also wants doesn't want to do more laundry (one tag per comment, unlimited entries)
EXTRA ENTRY: Share this post to your story and tag both of us!

Contest is open to residents of Canada and is not affiliated or sponsored by Instagram. Entries close February 2nd at 12:00pm PST. Good luck!
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🎄 #CroodsNewAge is on demand December 18th and

🎄 #CroodsNewAge is on demand December 18th and we've teamed up with @universalpicturescanada to Giftaway a CROOD-tastic prize including a digital download to watch the movie at home. It's a holiday event for the entire family! 🎄

Searching for a safer habitat, the prehistoric Crood family discovers an idyllic, walled-in paradise that meets all of its needs. Unfortunately, they must also learn to live with the Bettermans -- a family that's a couple of steps above the Croods on the evolutionary ladder. As tensions between the new neighbors start to rise, a new threat soon propels both clans on an epic adventure that forces them to embrace their differences, draw strength from one another, and survive together.

I think we could all use some good laughs right now and The Croods: A New Age delivers just that, I am pretty sure A cackled her way through at least half a dozen scenes. And... AND... there is SLOTHS. I won't ruin it for you, but they are some of my faves in the entire movie. Our family loved the continuation of the original Croods story and can't wait to share it with you!

🎄 ENTER 🎄
1. FOLLOW ME & @universalpicturescanada on Instagram
2. LIKE & SAVE this post
3. COMMENT with your favourite movie snack
4. TAG a friend (or multiple!) that love movie nights! Multiple tags allowed, separate comments please.

DOUBLE your chances by entering on our Facebook page!

EXTRA ENTRIES //
🎄 SAVE 2 other posts in my feed
🎄 LIKE 2 other posts in my feed
🎄 SHARE this post in your story & tag @bcmomdotca

Contest is in no way sponsored or affiliated with Instagram. Contest ends December 22nd at 12:00pm PST. Winner will be drawn from qualifying entries on Facebook & Instagram.

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*CLOSED* Congratulations Leslie! 🎄 Want to take

*CLOSED* Congratulations Leslie! 🎄 Want to take home a @vanchristmas Artisanal Box? We got you! 🎄

One of the events that made it feel like Christmas to our family was the Vancouver Christmas Market and when they announced their closure, my Christmas spirit took a bit of a hard hit. Thankfully, they found a way to pivot to still help you bring some of the market magic home.

Carefully curated boxes full of Canadian-made goodies you'd usually find in the vendor huts are now available for you to bring home! Beautifully wrapped and packed with care, they are the perfect gift for teachers, family, or friends - or even yourself!

It also wouldn't be the Vancouver Christmas Market without the 2020 cup... complete with the mask-wearing mascots! A was quick to ask for hot chocolate in hers as we settled in to listen to the Sounds of the Vancouver Christmas Market playlist on Spotify. It may be the first year we've "missed", but it gave us time to remember all our favourite memories there.

Boxes can be purchased online and be picked up at Jack Pool Plaza until Christmas Eve, or local delivery within the Lower Mainland is available.

WANT TO WIN ONE? //
🎄 FOLLOW @bcmomdotca & @vanchristmas on Instagram
🎄 LIKE & SAVE this post
🎄 COMMENT with your favourite Christmas Market memory
🎄 TAG some friends who might like to win! Each tag is an entry, separate comments please.

DOUBLE your chances by entering on our Facebook page!

That's it! Good luck! Contest is no way sponsored or affiliated with Instagram. Contest closes December 18th at 12:00pm PST. Winner must be able to pick up their prize at Jack Pool Plaza.
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🎄 ENTER For the chance to take home the @uglych

🎄 ENTER For the chance to take home the @uglychristmassweaterbook and matching super ugly (and the most adorable) toque!

How many Ugly Christmas Sweaters do YOU have stuffed in the closet? Maybe they're long forgotten about? Memories piled up of gifts and parties and get togethers from years past. What would happen if those sweaters decided enough is enough and rebelled to help you remember what the holiday season is truly about? This enchanting story reminds us of how connection is weaved through generations while offering beautiful illustrations and an attention-grabbing family-friendly story.

How many Ugly Christmas Sweaters do YOU have stuffed in the closet? Maybe they're long forgotten about? Memories piled up of parties and get togethers from years past. What would happen if those Sweaters decided enough is enough and rebelled to help you remember what the holiday season is truly about?ng raised thousands of dollars through their Ugly Christmas Sweater Parties, they are continuing to give back by providing a meal to children in need for every book purchased.

🎄HOW TO •W•I•N 🎄
1. Follow @bcmomdotca & @uglychristmassweaterbook
2. Like & Save this post
3. Tell us how may ugly Christmas sweaters you have!
4. Tag a friend! Unlimited entries, one tag per comment

BONUS:
1. SAVE 2 other posts in my feed (1)
2. COMMENT on other post (1)
3. SHARE this (1)
4. POST this to your story and tag me (5)

Contest is open to Canada and closes December 16th at 9pm PST. ❄️ this contest is not affiliated with or sponsored by Instagram.
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🧽 SCRUB SCRUB 🧽 Enter for the chance to take

🧽 SCRUB SCRUB 🧽 Enter for the chance to take home a @cleancratecompany Clean Crate in time for the holidays! Swipe to see what's inside --->

So many of us are moving to fewer unnecessary shops and I'm one of them. We went from a weekly grocery shop to every 2-3 weeks and I try my best to make things stretch until the next shop. One thing that I often forget to check? The cleaning supplies. Ugh.

The Clean Crate Company has the perfect solution, a quarterly subscription service that delivers enough eco-friendly toxin-free cleaning supplies to your door to last the average household 3 months. Included in the crates are trusted Canadian brands (and quite a few of my personal favourites!). New to sustainable products? This is also a fabulous way to try out new brands to find your new favourites!

I have reactive airways and am very sensitive to heavily scented products, so I love that there is a safe scent-free option for our home and still includes tested products that will meet our families' needs.

Did someone say BLACK FRIDAY? Head over to @cleancratecompany to take advantage of 20% off your crate + free shipping!

🧹 HOW TO ENTER 🧹
1. FOLLOW @bcmomdotca & @cleancratecompany
2. LIKE and SAVE this post
3. Tell us your best cleaning tip!
4. Tag a friend who might need a hand with the cleaning! Multiple tags allowed but one per comment please
5. Want to double your chances of winning? Head over to our Facebook page to enter there as well!

This contest is no way sponsored or affiliated with Instagram. Open to Canada, excluding Quebec. Contest closes December 4th at 9:00pm PST. Good luck!
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🎄 It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas

🎄 It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas •g•i•v•e•a•w•a•y 🎄 (ad) Start a new holiday tradition with a Christmas Eve Experience box & Personalized Santa Letter from @signed_by_santa!

2020 has caused a lot of us to pivot on holiday traditions and in our house, we’re starting some new ones!

These carefully curated boxes bring the magic to your front door —> swipe to see what’s inside <— on Christmas Eve be sure to hang your Santa key; leave out some food for the reindeer, make some cookies for Santa, ring your holiday bell and most importantly... make some snow! Each Christmas Eve Experience Box also includes a Nice List certificate straight from the North Pole!

These kits feel like they’ve landed right from the North Pole, add a personalized Santa Letter to complete the experience (and be prepared to cry, they are so beautiful!), felt ornament set or popcorn stringing kit to add even more new traditions.

Kids a bit past the 🎅 stage? The Let it Snow box includes delicious hot cocoa & snacks to enjoy on a cold day.

🎄HOW TO •W•I•N 🎄
1. Follow @bcmomdotca & @signed_by_santa
2. Like & Save this post
3. Tell me your holiday traditions in the comments!
4. Tag a friend! Unlimited entries, one tag per comment

❄️ Open to Canada, excluding Quebec. This contest is not sponsored or affiliated with Instagram. Contest closes November 26 at 9pm PST. ❄️
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So who else did the isolation purge? [ad] I went

So who else did the isolation purge? [ad]

I went through boxes of old kids clothes, blankets I’ve hoarded over the years, pillow cases from 47 sheet sets we never use and many small kitchen items that were taking up valuable space in my tiny cupboard. Bags and bags of things, ready to be diverted from the landfill!

All in anticipation for the @diabetescanada touchless curb-side dropoff for your gently used clothing & textiles. November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and every donation helps fund Diabetes research and D-camps for kids and their families. It also gives over 11 MILLION Canadians access to resources and support for their diabetes.

Want to help the cause? Package up your clothes and textiles in plastic bags or closed boxes and visit @realcanadiansuperstore Delta location at 8195-120th St on November 14th from 9:00am-2:00pm. Volunteers will be on location wearing masks to safely remove items from your vehicle.

Can’t make it to the drop off? Visit https://declutter.diabetes.ca/ to schedule an at-home pickup or find a local donation box.

Who’s going through their closets this week?
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