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    12 Ways to Make Christmas More Meaningful for Your Family

    by Josée November 22, 2017
    November 22, 2017

    Christmas, a wonderful time of year that’s filled with long lists of things to do…

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    5 Reasons Why I Don’t Register My Kids in Team Sports

    by Josée October 12, 2017
    October 12, 2017

    “My child plays lacrosse, basketball, volleyball and soccer” beamed a mom I recently met, “How…

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    I’m Scared! My Story of Overcoming Fear and Exploring Nature with my Kids

    by Josée September 13, 2017
    September 13, 2017

    “Hell no!” I thought while looking up at Asterix Pass, a short Class 4 scramble…

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    6 Tips for Winter Hiking with Kids

    by Josée February 2, 2017
    February 2, 2017

    Winter is a time for sledding, skating, skiing and snowshoeing! But what about hiking? Hiking…

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    10 Tips for Beginner Downhill Skiing Families

    by Josée January 19, 2017
    January 19, 2017

    Bringing the whole family downhill skiing for the first time can seem really intimidating and…

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    9 Tips for Hiking Safely with Children

    by Josée August 26, 2016
    August 26, 2016

    Outdoor safety and survival skills are crucial for outdoor enthusiasts. But what about adventuring families?…

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    Fostering Music Appreciation in Young Children

    by Josée February 9, 2013
    February 9, 2013

    I believe that all people have a natural instinct to enjoy music. When a good tune is…

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    Do you do preschool?

    by Josée September 14, 2012
    September 14, 2012

    When I bring my three little children on outings I am noticing, with significant regularity,…

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    Tips for Bringing Little Children to a U-Pick

    by Josée September 9, 2012
    September 9, 2012

    We have been to the U-Pick at Covert Farms almost half a dozen times in the…

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    Book Review – Simplicity Parenting

    by Josée March 15, 2010
    March 15, 2010

    Last night I finished reading Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne. Paynes explains in his book that…

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