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All About Greens

By Hanna Trafford / June 18, 2013

Did you decide to eat healthier this year? You probably already know that greens are nutritious and overall really good for

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How to Talk to Children About Cancer

Health

By Hanna Trafford / June 12, 2013

I gave this post a lot of thought – most probably because I was not faced with this challenge personally and could

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Easy Valentines Day Crafts

Gifts

By Hanna Trafford / February 7, 2013

Every store I have been in lately has an absolute overload of red and white colours! Oh yes – Valentine’s day

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Top 10 Foods to Beat Cold and Flu

Health

By Hanna Trafford / January 20, 2012

This is the time of the year – and I am having a hard time finding a person that didn’t have or doesn’t

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How to Make Christmas Memories

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By Hanna Trafford / November 27, 2012

I originally wrote this and posted it about a year ago. Christmas really is all about making memories and this year, I get

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Special Holiday Dinner Menu

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / November 26, 2012

You can make this very special holiday dinner for any occasion – especially if you are looking for something just a

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How to Fold Dinner Napkins

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By Hanna Trafford / October 8, 2010

You can do a lot with your dinner napkins that will enhance your festive table decorating – here are a few instructions

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Emergency Essentials : How to Be Prepared for an Emergency

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By Hanna Trafford / October 29, 2012

I am sure this is no news for you anymore –Hurricane Sandy is expected to impact the Eastern coasts of the United States,

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How to Make Schnitzels

Cooking with Beer

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / September 14, 2012

Without a doubt, this is one of our family’s staple dinner dishes. And there is a good reason for it. I learned to

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Teaching Your Child to Eat in a School Cafeteria

Parenting

By Hanna Trafford / September 10, 2012

This just may be the first time your child will decide what he or she will eat. And yes – school cafeterias have improved

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Guide to Easy School Lunches

Parenting

By Hanna Trafford / September 4, 2012

Believe it or not, making healthy school lunches does not have be difficult. If you start with your shopping list and stack

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How to Keep Your Children Safe When Swimming

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By Hanna Trafford / July 27, 2011

It is more than disturbing that hardly a day goes by when you wouldn’t hear about injuries, illnesses or deaths caused

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Knee Replacement Surgery – My Story

Featured Articles

Health

By Hanna Trafford / June 23, 2012

My story actually starts about 11 years ago, on a cool March morning in 2001. After I dropped off my husband at work, I encountered

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Easy Vegetable Lasagna Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / June 18, 2012

This is a perfect dish for making it for the day you want to serve it and freezing the rest of it for future easy dinners.

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Fathers Day Breakfast Recipes

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / June 7, 2012

I think dad does deserve a huge, homemade breakfast on Father’s Day, don’t you? I have put together a

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Father’s Day Cards Children Can Make

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By Hanna Trafford / June 4, 2012

You can visit your local mall, find a fancy card shop and spend time helping your child pick out just the right card for

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Deviled Eggs Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / April 5, 2012

You are probably thinking more about colouring eggs than to making them to eat – but I am thinking that Deveiled Eggs

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Easter Bunny Cake Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / March 3, 2011

I love doing different decorative things any chance I get – and that includes making baked goods that add something

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Easter Appetizers Recipes

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / March 30, 2011

When you start planning your menu for the festive Easter dinner, you may want to consider including some appetizers. I usually

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Easter Chocolate Cake Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / April 11, 2011

Chocolate cake has got to be one of family favourites. I have tried a good number of recipes – some better than others.

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Easy Easter Crafts for Kids

Crafts

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / March 9, 2011

Easter is just about upon us once again and as always, I love to add easy to make crafts. All of these are great to get your

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The Best Valentines Day Cards and Crafts

Gifts

By Hanna Trafford / January 30, 2012

I don’t know about you, but I am just absolutely overwhelmed by the vast selection of Valentines Day cards –

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Easy Way to Make Great Butter Tarts

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By Hanna Trafford / January 13, 2012

I have a story to tell you: Some of you are already familiar with the Mama Knows product line. Good old fashioned recipes

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All About Being a Grandmother

Parenting

By Hanna Trafford / January 10, 2012

Being a grandma for the first time is something I have thought about for a long time – thinking out what kind of a

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Cranberry Upside Down Cake Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / December 5, 2011

You already know that I love cranberries! And this time of the year is just perfect for adding them into all kinds of recipes.

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Apple Raisin Bread Pudding Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / December 1, 2011

Let’s say you have bread in your kitchen that is a bit dry and a few apples in your fruit basket that are no longer

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Cranberry Walnut Bread Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / November 22, 2011

I am really into cranberries this time of the year! This bread is very easy to put together and tastes great- buttered fresh

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Cornbread Pudding Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / November 17, 2011

Cornbread pudding will make a great addition to any meal – especially if you are looking to add something to your holiday

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Roast Turkey with Herb Butter Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / November 16, 2011

The combination of herbs is what makes the difference here. And when you use Sausage and Cornbread stuffing, you will be

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Pumpkin Spice Cake with Honey Frosting Recipe

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / November 10, 2011

I don’t know if it is the spices or the delicious Honey Frosting, that make this cake:” oh soooo good!”

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How to Cook with Kids

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By Hanna Trafford / August 22, 2011

If you think about it, you will have to admit that we usually cook because we have to. But something that can be a chore

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Interesting Events in Waterloo Region

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By Hanna Trafford / July 22, 2011

Yes – it is hot out there! But when you think about it, it is July and it is actually what we have all been waiting

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What To Do In Waterloo Region-Jazz Festival and Rib Fest

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By Hanna Trafford / July 15, 2011

There are couple of incredible events going on in the twin cities this weekend! And since the weatherman says it will be

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How to Choose Your Sunglasses

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By Hanna Trafford / July 14, 2011

We have all been waiting for sunny days for a long time – being able to be outdoors, enjoying sandy beaches, warm waters

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Celebrating 4th of July at Home

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By Hanna Trafford / July 4, 2011

The wonderful and diverse nation of the United States of America celebrates freedom and independence on every 4th of July.

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Celebrate Canada day in Waterloo Region

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By Hanna Trafford / June 28, 2011

I was wondering what to do and where to go to join Canada Day celebrations in my area. That is the wonderful Waterloo Region

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Traditional Father’s Day Dinner

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / June 17, 2011

There is something to be said about sticking to tradition – and that is why I put this menu together for you. Start

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The Best for Fathers Day

Featured Articles

By Hanna Trafford / June 10, 2011

Fathers do deserve to have their special day – there is no doubt about it. How about recruiting the kids to lend a

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Guide to Hockey

Featured Articles

By Hanna Trafford / April 27, 2011

The NHL Playoffs for the coveted Stanley Cup trophy are in a full swing and believe me – if you are going to watch

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Easy Easter Eggs

Recipes

By Hanna Trafford / March 22, 2011

Bring out your creativity with these adorable Easter Egg Heads.They are easy to make – just think about the possibilities! And

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