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The Little Black Book Online
The book is just getting onto the shelves, you can access our Online Directory of Family-friendly places on our website...for FREE! Simply visit our website and join our Mom's Club and you can see all the great places and make your family's planning easy and fun. Yes, you can lose your "boring Mom" status by finding a cool new place to visit..
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Pre-Order your Copy and be the first to get 1000's of new business that love families.
Just $9.97 Click here to order your new 2010 book today!
The 'Little Black Book' directory is Online 24/7/365 days a year
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Events Happening Around Alberta
CHECK OUT OUR CALENDAR OF EVENTS TO SEE ALL THE FUN STUFF GOING ON AROUND ALBERTA!
MOMMY CONNECTIONS
INAUGURAL "CONNECTORS EVENT" AT THE ZOO!
EDMONTON
JULY 24TH
11AM - 2PM
Join them for a special Mommy Connections event and the Valley Zoo. Bring the whole family out to explore the zoo, play some games, win some prizes and get connected with other families. Click here to view their event on facebook or click here to RSVP to Carol.
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SOMETHING NEW!!!
Our Fabulous Finds...
Just this past Monday I had the honour of launching our new Edition of The 'Little Black Book' for busy families on Global TV Edmonton with Lorraine Mansbridge and along side that she asked me to find some fun ideas to keep the kids busy and active for the summer holidays. If you missed it click here to watch the segment that was shot at Scholar's Choice in Edmonton. Jay from Scholar's Choice provides some great travel games as well.
Be sure to check out all the finds in more detail.
3 SUMMER FABULOUS FINDS!
#1 Time to Get Wet - The Warm Weather is Here!
Melissa & Doug's Bloom Bright Flowers & Grub Scouts Sprinklers are fun and safe for the kids to play with.
These fabulous finds can be found at Star Bright for Kids in Calgary at #300, 500 Country Hills Blvd. NE or contact them at 403.226.4004.
Click here to see these toys and more fun toys that they have to offer.
#2 Learn to Ride a Bike Without Training Wheels
Strider PREbike teach kids to balance and have coordination before pedaling.
This cool bike can be found at Baby Grins in Leduc, contact them at 1.866.970.2229 or click here to send Marcie an email and click here to check out their website.
Click here to see it in more detail.
#3 Here's How to Teach Your Kids to Water Ski
Check out the EZ-Ski Combo by Connelly, it takes the fear and frustration out of teaching your child to water ski. Your child can hold the rope and sit or stand whichever is more comfortable for them.
The EZ-Ski Combo can be found at the Wizard Lake Marine in Calmar, 4444 - 50 Ave. or contact them at 780.985.4200.
Click here to see more about this fabulous summer find.
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PHOTO CONTEST WINNER
Congratulations to Sandra & Jud Hilock of Sundre for winning our Photo Contest this year

To see more events happening around Alberta, please go to our Online Calendar of Events.
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Thank you for reading our eZine.
Today is very exciting as we have a Two brand NEW contests for you, a video that is THE BEST Ride I have Ever Seen, some tips on how to save money with prescriptions, 3 Fabulous Finds of companies with lots of different products to choose from to keep the kids active this summer. Be sure to check our web site weekly for new finds on the home page on the right hand side under fabulous finds. Did you send in a Photo? Well we have our Photo contest Winner.
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Tell us about Your Adventures with The 'Little Black Book' for busy families And Get Your FREE Copy of Volume 2!
Here's your chance to be one of the first in Alberta to get your copy of The 'Little Black Book' for busy families Volume 2 in your hands hot of the press!
All you have to do is send us a picture of you with last years copy of the The 'Little Black Book' for busy families 2009 along with a story about how you used it and we will send you a NEW edition of the book!
Everyone who emails a photo and story GETS A BOOK!
Don't forget to include your mailing address.
There's The GRAND PRIZE too!
The best story will win a 2 night stay at any of the 9 Great Canadian Hotels (approximate value $ 450.)
So email us NOW! Click here to send us your picture and story.
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Mayfield Inn & Suites
Red Deer Lodge
Radisson Hotel South Edmonton
Ramada Conference Centre Edmonton
Lethbridge Lodge
Radisson Hotel Calgary Airport
Radisson Hotel Canmore/Banff
Quality Hotel Grande Prairie
Quality Hotel Fort McMurray
GreatCanadianhotels.com
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Live Like You Were Dying
This is truly the most amazing ride I have ever seen. Most of you know I am a big animal lover of all kinds and an avid horse person. My friend Carmen Freemark from Freemark Photography (check her site out also) sent me a link. Now I don't often click the link, but I am so glad I did. I have watched this video every morning for inspiration since she sent it.
No saddle, no reins, and a song that goes perfectly with the moment for her!
CLICK HERE to watch the Best Ride I have Ever Seen
and it has had over 325,013 Views and uploads. You truly want to see this.
Better yet forward this email to your friends.
For those folks that have only ever ridden the K-Mart pony, let me tell you this is amazing! Stacy is in her 20s - her Dad just died 24 days before this performance. You can hear the announcer read her dedication to her dad and even the announcer has a hard time fighiting back his tears, so turn up your speakers a little bit.
Notice that it is just her and the horse - no bit, no saddle. She just uses signals and verbal cues, and she's mute. Oh yeah, this isn't even her horse. She is training it for someone else, although she obviously has a relationship with this one. It should be her horse because she is definitely one with this animal.
This young woman is an EXCELLENT rider! Notice that her bum never leaves the horse even when it's running or making those sudden stops.
All I can say is WOW!
For more info on Stacy Westfall visit her web site.
Now on my Bucket list I would be honoured one day to meet Stacy and tell her how she has inspired me and my 3 year old daughter. After watching this video my daughter asked if we could go try that on our horses.
So we went out riding and here is a photo of our 1 year old Quarter Horse, Shasta and the kids after riding one of our other horse, Charlie.
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Win 2 Nights at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
We are excited to be partnering with the 
In our NEW Texting Contest.
It's Easy
Just text the word "FAMILY" to 393939
This will automatically enter you to win 2 nights in a Junior Suite with breakfast for 2 adults and two children, unlimited boat and bike rentals for family in the summer or in the winter you will be able to rent cross country skis, skates, and snowshoes unlimited during your stay.
Approximate Value $1500
I wanted you, our Ezine readers,
to be the FIRST to enter!
It's my way of saying
Thank you for your support, feedback and loyalty.
We have more surprises coming in the near future, so keep watching for more exciting news and how we are planning on helping you find things easier.
So do it NOW,
Text "Family" to 393939
P.S. Standard text messaging rates apply. Max. 3 texts per month.
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Time to Cheer!
Football Season is among us
Whether you're cheering for the Edmonton Eskimos or the Calgary Stampeders, are lucky enough to gotten tickets to the Grey Cup being held in Edmonton this year, attending one of the noisy summer concerts, or taking your kids to the Monster Trucks these are a perfect way to protect your little guys ears when attending a noisy event. These Peltor Junior Earmuffs are good for both youth and smaller adults (especially women) and will protect little ears from loud sounds. Click here to check them out or go get a pair at...
9654 - 142 Street
Edmonton, AB
780.488.7748
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Cost of Drugs
The Best Place to Get Your Prescriptions
Ever wonder where the best place to fill a prescription is? For some people it doesn't matter because their health care covers it in full but for the rest of us where that isn't the case and we have to pay the dispensing fee or all of the prescription cost you'll have to check this out.
Optimax Benefits has put together a list of pharmacies and their average dispensing fees so that you can make an informed decision on where the best to purchase your prescriptions is. Click here to see the list in full or you can contact Optimax Benefits at 780.490.5945.
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On-Line Woman's Event
This on-line event took place on June 9th but it still available to you on their web site. Women have a critical role in shaping the future. This seminar focused on empowering and awakening women with the tools they need to fulfill their evolutionary calling.

The speakers, Katherine Woodward Thomas & Claire Zammit, talk about Feminine Power. Feminine Power is the power to create those things that are beyond our control, but which our hearts most deeply long for. They have created a step-by-step process on how you can embody feminine power in every aspect of our lives. Click here to register for free and download this seminar.
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Fun Party Idea
Grand Opening

Stir Crazy Family Fun Centre is having their Grand Opening on July 23rd - 25th. Head down to 3355 Sunridge Way NE in Calgary to have some family fun. They will be offering face painting, glitter tattoos, crafts, games, playtime, door prizes, and an appearance by a special guest.
Stir Crazy family Fun Centre is an indoor play & party centre for ages 0 - 12 years.
They have:
- all inclusive party packages and on-site cake service
- 6 party rooms
- Do-it-yourself cupcake & sundae bar
- 550 cake pan rental
- huge, themed play structure
- games room
Click here to see their party packages and make your little guys party fun and easy on you!
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Family River Rafting Adventure
Too Much Fun!

The Family River Rafting Adventure at Douglas Fir Resort & Chalet in Banff is on special! You get 2 nights accommodation, 'Cook Your Own Breakfast', dinner voucher, movie/game rental, and rafting on the Kananaskis for 2 adults and up to 2 children. Click here to check out this special deal.
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Fun For Moms & Kids
Kids Fun & Educational Music
Silly Bus is a fun band that's been around since 2005 that focuses on helping children feel confident, successful, and happy while learning the components of their elementary education. They are working on a project to get kids fit and educate them at the same time through music.
Click here to check out their fun web site. where you can hear some of their music, play games, and join their fan club. Enjoy!
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As always Have the best day ever, if I can help improve your day in any way, give me a call.
Re watch the video and Live like you were dying. One of my favorite songs, that tells us to live each day to the fullest.
Kimberly
Mom, Publisher, and Fun Finding Expert.
P.S.: A warm "Welcome" to all the new subscribers who have joined our Moms, Dads and Kids community! I'm thrilled that you are on board. You're going to love all of the great stories, cool tips and fun-finding ideas!
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