New Bib Styles

We released some new bib styles just in time for spring. I also want to let you in on a little secret. We will be launching our new e-store soon! Stay tuned~

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My Little Puppies

I was never a pet lover. Didn’t know how to love a pet because I never had the pleasure of growing up with one. My parents’ philosophy was that animals belonged on a farm. Not indoors. That's their old school thinking and I had to respect that because it was their home. Then I met my husband. He's a true animal lover but unfortunately his parents had the same beliefs.

When we got married, and moved into our new home, my husband was dying for a pet to call his own. This is when he brought home our Chanel. Chanel was an American Shaffordshire Terrier (aka pitbull). I know, a pitbull? Well I wasn't too pleased but she was so amazing. She was so docile and lovable and just wanted to be your friend. We had the joy of having her for 16 great years. She was a little baby sitter to my children. She kept an eye on them when I was cooking in the kitchen while they played in the family room. She would follow them everywhere they went. I never had to place gates at my doorways. She would lie across the doorway to ensure my baby wouldn't leave the room.

When she passed away my children cried for days. Their friends and teachers sent condolence cards to our home for support.

Our house felt so empty without Chanel. My husband was heartbroken. Missing her at the door when he came home. Her companionship on the boat.

We didn't think we would ever get another dog. No one would be as great as Chanel. She was so beautiful and smart.

After a year, we gave in and we took home little Bentley. A miniature malti-poo with a fierce personality. My son didn't want a small dog because he thought they were for sissies. Well guess what? Guess who's Bentley's best friend? You got it!

Bentley was so great that my husband wanted to get a little companion for Bentley. So last August we brought home Stella, our toy poodle. We were worried that Bentley wouldn't get along with Stella since we all spoiled him. NOT! He loves her, cuddles her, grooms her and brings her food.

We're so proud of our little pups!

My Husband is Obsessed

My husband loves fishing. He says that it gives him peace. It's a hobby that calms him down. Okay I'm fine with that. He watches all the fishing shows (WFN), reads books and magazines. I'm proud of him because he's so knowledgeable about the sport. I find it boring. He supports catch and release and is very passionate about saving our lakes and species of fish.

But....I think he has an obsession with fishing lures. How many lures do you need? I took these pictures of his tackle boxes that he made to house his musky lures. Just musky. This is only one species of fish. He fishes for pike (walleye), rainbow, bass, salmon etc. His collection (obession) puts my shoe collection to shame!

Oh well, I love him and support the sport he loves.

Zeppole

In ancient Rome on 17 March we celebrated the liberal, party in honor of the gods of wine and wheat. To pay homage to Bacchus and Silenus, the tutor and companion of the god of revelry, the wine flowed like rivers to thank the deity of corn fritters, fried wheat.

At St. Joseph, which is held only two days later (March 19), the protagonists are from the descendants of those historic pancakes zeppole of St. Joseph.

As it stands, the Zeppola St. Joseph's Convent was founded as sweet, according to some in the convent of San Gregorio Armeno, according to others in that of Santa Patrizia. But there are some who attributes the "invention" to the nuns of the Cross of Lucca, or those of Splendor.

First Zeppola of St. Joseph that has been put on paper dating back to 1837, however, by the famous Neapolitan gastronome Ippolito Cavalcanti, Duke of Buonvicino.

On March 19, has always celebrated also be the end of winter (spring is now in the air): During the so-called "agrarian rites of purification" are switched on in many countries of the south of the large bonfire, and prepare large quantities of pancakes.

Once on St. Joseph, patron saint of carpenters, the people celebrated their festival and were invited to bring all kinds of wooden toys. All children received them as gifts from parents.

Today, however, since 1968, ever since the day of St. Joseph was declared Father's Day, March 19 is the day that children are make presents for their father.

The local bakeries here in Toronto and surrounding areas, are selling these delicous treats. Our family looks forward to enjoy this delicous annual treat after our family Sunday lunch.

Story courtesy of Zeppola.it

Happy Valentines Day

We are fortunate here in Ontario that our province has declared this Monday Family Day. This weekend we will be celebrating love all weekend long well into Monday. My family has decided that we will stay home and relax. We've also proclaimed it Pyjama Day. What better than to spend the whole day with your family in your PJs and playing Rockband! Woo Hoo!

Happy Valentine's Day from our family to yours!