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AKU acupressure – read the instructions FIRST

July 28, 2021

New electronics, flat-pack furniture, a sheet of metal spikes – one of these things needs the instructions before you start. In hindsight, perhaps they all do, but I really should have watched the instructional videos BEFORE I took off my socks and shoes and stepped on the Aku Acupressure Mat. YOWZA! @socialdad.ca I learned something today. Read the instructions before you stand on the spikes. Thanks ##Aku ♬ original sound – SocialDad Let’s go back to basics – What ...

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White Spot and Triple O’s Announce BC-wide Fundraising Day to Support Wild Fire Relief Efforts

July 22, 2021

On Thursday, July 29, the iconic B.C.-based restaurant chain White Spot and Triple O’s will be holding a fundraising day to support Canadian Red Cross relief efforts for those impacted by the hundreds of wildfires currently burning in B.C. Taking place at all 96 White Spot and Triple O’s ...

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Is the Coolest Cafe Racer in the World, Electric?

July 17, 2021

Growing up in the English countryside, I knew that freedom only really came from a car or a motorcycle. I remember my friend, Geoffrey was given a beaten-up 50cc Yamaha FS1 in a beautiful mixture of red paint and rusty holes, but to us, as we sped around the fields, it was freedom. The wind in ...

Dad-ing

LifeVac – The Anti-Choking Device That Saves Lives

July 12, 2021

If you’ve been in a terrifying situation when you see someone choking, having the knowledge of what to do can literally make a life or death difference. A few years ago I wrote about the time I was walking home from work, past a baseball field and a woman waved to me as she signaled that ...

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Why Do I Need a DeHumidifier?

July 9, 2021

sponsored I’ll be honest. When I started this campaign, I had to google ‘What is a Dehumidifier for?’ As it turns out, quite a lot! A dehumidifier helps reduce musty odors that can accompany mold and mildew. It reduces the potential development of mold on furniture, curtains, bed sheets ...

Cars and Trucks, opinion

How to Find the Right Car Dealership

June 9, 2021

It really shouldn’t be hard to find a good car dealership, but surprisingly it is. I want to be able to trust the person I’m talking to, feel heard and understood, and know that if there’s any issues through the whole process of buying the car to the lifetime of the car that ...

Dad-ing, opinion

32 Life Lessons From a Dad

May 23, 2021

As I sat in the bath, thinking about how fleeting life is, trying to concentrate on the book I haven’t really been enjoying, my mind wandered and landed on a few things that make perfect sense. In fact, they’re so simple that it’s a bit crazy to not do them, starting right ...

Brand Love, Dad-ing

The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift List for Father-Figures, Dad Bloggers, and DadFluencers

May 20, 2021

Many inspiring content creators are taking their Dad-Life and turning it into a side-hustle or creative outlet. From David Pierre’s art on Instagram to Casey Palmer’s blog on family life and his experiences through Fatherhood, there’s something for everyone. As well as those ...

Dad-ing

Science Day! 5 Fun Experiments for Kids

May 17, 2021

Oh, joy. Another weekend where it’s still not safe to go anywhere or see anyone. So we’re having a ‘Science Day!’. Lots of messy experiments to keep our tactile and curious daughter busy for a few hours. Rainbow Pancakes Recipe We had to start the day with some ...