• Home
  • ABOUT
  • CONTACT ME
  • PR/ADVERTISE
  • FEATURED
  • TV APPEARANCES

Echoes of Laughter

Love making a home

  • Organize
    • Most Popular Organizing Ideas
    • Back To School Organizing
    • Organize Your Home
    • Organize Your Food & Meals
    • Organize the Kids
    • Organizing for Christmas
    • Organized Travel
    • Cleaning The Home
  • Decor & DIY
    • Our Home
    • Front Porch Decorating
    • DIY Wreaths
    • DIY, Home Decor & Paint Projects
    • Room Makeovers
    • Pretty Tables & Parties
    • Entertaining
  • Recipes
    • Organizing Food & Meals
    • Appetizers & Dips
    • Beverages
    • Breakfast & Brunch
    • Camping & Grilling
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches, Paninis, Pizza & More
    • Soups
    • Seafood
    • Dinners, Casseroles & Slow Cooker
    • Desserts & Baking
    • Cookies
    • School Lunches
    • Canning & Preserving
  • Camping
    • Most Popular Camping Posts
    • Organize Your Camping Trip
    • Camping & Grilling Recipes
    • Tin Foil Packet Recipes
  • Gift Ideas & Crafts
    • Most Popular Gift Ideas
    • Birthday Gifts
    • Teacher Appreciation Gifts
    • Gifts For Him
    • Valentine’s Day
    • Easter Gifts & Crafts
    • Mother’s Day
    • Father’s Day
    • Thanksgiving
    • Halloween Gifts & Crafts
    • Christmas Gifts & Crafts
    • New Year’s Eve
  • Gardening & Outdoor
  • Seasons & Holidays
    • Winter
    • Valentine’s Day
    • Easter
    • Spring
    • Canada Day
    • Summer
    • Thanksgiving
    • Halloween
    • Fall
    • Christmas
    • New Year’s Eve
  • Travel
  • Capturing Summer Vacation Memories With The New Fujifilm X-A2 Digital Camera +Fujifilm X-A2 Giveaway!

  • Easy Tandoori Beef Burgers

  • Blueberry & Peach French Toast In A Foil Packet #BBFEggs

  • Hoisin Glazed Chicken Skewers

  • Mango Chutney Grilled Fruit Skewers

  • Scrambled Eggs Breakfast Nachos

  • Curried Shrimp Boil Skewers

  • Asian Sweet & Spicy Chicken Skewers

  • Make Grilling Easier Than Ever with Cookina® +Cookina® #WhatsOnYourGrill Giveaway!

  • How To Make A Fairy Garden & 4 Other Fabulous Outdoor Plant & Flower Projects for the Outdoor Extravaganza 2015!

  • Skillet Blueberry & Cream Cheese Strata

  • The Best BBQ Tool for Summer Grilling & Camping

  • Easy & Delicious Butter Chicken Kebabs

  • Curry Potato & Egg Skillet

  • Grilled Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

  • How To Create A Camping Bedroom

  • Chex Trail Mix Bars

  • The Dill BLT Burger

  • 5 Tips To Create A Glamping Kitchen +9 Great Camping Projects

  • Grilled Curry Pork Burgers

  • 20 Best Tin Foil Packet Recipes for Camping & Grilling Season

  • Create An Outdoor Camping Kitchen

  • A Beautiful Table for Mother's Day

  • Grilled Curry Lime Pork Kabobs with Roasted Curry Cauliflower & Rice

  • Pot of Gold {Craft}

  • Camping Breakfast: Bacon & Egg Cups with Mini-Pancakes

  • Organizing A Camping Kitchen

  • Campfire Mexican Dip with Grenadine Lime Sippers

  • Campfire Cheesecake Dip

  • Campfire S'mores Dip

first day of school.

September 9, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

first day of school.

Tuesday, September 5, was the first day of school for Hunter. She was really happy with her teacher, Madame Inglis, and with the friends in her class.Tyler’s first day of Kindergarten was Wednesday, September 6. He seemed very happy to go to school, but after I picked him up while driving home, he started with the tears, sobbing,“I want to go to Grade 1 with my friends!!!”. I tried to explain to him that you can’t go to Grade 1 until “you are 6”. He only sobbed harder. This went on for an hour, although I tried to “reason” with Read More »

Filed Under: Uncategorized

homemade is best…..

August 31, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

homemade is best…..

And this is what I did with the organic cucumbers I got at the Farmer’s Market on Saturday.I found my recipe on my computer. I haven’t made them for a few years, but since we are having some very special guests for thanksgiving turkey this year, I thought we needed some homemade pickles.

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: food

the trials and tribulations of learning to ride a bike….

August 28, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

On Friday the kids and I decided to go for a bike ride. While I was away in N.S., my wonderful husband bought me a BIKE for my birthday. It was an incredible surprise to me. I had only mentioned in passing a few times that I would like to have a mountain bike so that I could go biking with the kids since we have access to a great trail system here in St. Albert.The mere mention of a bike ride with mom led Tyler to ask if I could ride a bike, since, apparently, he has never seen Read More »

Filed Under: Uncategorized

oh, but you have to STEER as well as peddle.

August 28, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

oh, but you have to STEER as well as peddle.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

ooops…in the trees.

August 28, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

ooops…in the trees.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

finally getting the hang of it…

August 28, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

finally getting the hang of it…

Filed Under: Uncategorized

and now he’s so fast…..

August 28, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

and now he’s so fast…..

the camera misses him completely.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Birthday Girl.

August 24, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Birthday Girl.

We cannot believe that SHE is 10 years old!Entering Grade 5. She loves to read. She loves to help out in the kitchen. She love to watch decorating shows on TV. She spends time on the web.She picked out this fabulous cake for her birthday. We invited a few friends over for cake.Alexandra came for a sleepover. Her party this year was at American Girl Place.Happy Birthday Hunter!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

American Girl Place. Act III

August 21, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

American Girl Place. Act III

Lucky for us that although the “hair studio” was too busy, the Photo Studio was not.We got these great souvenir photos for the girls which is a “mock” magazine cover for American Girl magazine, which Hunter reads.Such a cool take home souvenir!!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

American Girl Place. Act II.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

American Girl Place. Act II.

After lunch, shopping was the agenda.This place was 3 floors of little girl heaven.Dolls, clothes, accessories, books, souvenirs.Hunter had been saving her money since January to spend here.Plus the grandparents gave her some money. She had $220 to spend.She looked at everything very carefully before making her decisions.Hunter & Grace really wanted to get their dolls’ hair done at the hair salon, but after lunch the salon was extremely busy and there was a 3 hour wait!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

American Girl Place.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

American Girl Place.

Located on Michigan Ave. in downtown Chicago. Part of the Magnificent Mile.Our first stop was a birthday luncheon at the American Girl Cafe, located on the second floor.The food and decor were so beautiful. The dolls had their own chairs and little tiny cups.The cafe was full. Reservations must be made months ahead of time.There were 11 of us including Shelly & Kennedy, friends from Edmonton who met us there.Happy 10th Birthday Hunter!!!!!!!!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Dreams do come true…

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Dreams do come true…

A little girl’s dream for the past 4 years. (and secretly her mother’s as well).

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Big Day to Chicago!!!!!

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Big Day to Chicago!!!!!

Tuesday, August 15 was our BIG outing to the downtown of Chicago.Rob actually rented a 12 passenger van so we could all travel together.I was happy and relieved that Kelly didn’t have to drive! She had been up at night with the two little ones.So off we go. 6 Kids. 3 Adults.4 car seats. 1 stroller.4 incredibly excited little GIRLS. 1 baby.1 Boy who has been warned within an inch of his life to behave while we are at American Girl Place.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

This pic is for Aunt Jill.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

This pic is for Aunt Jill.

Shirt reads, “If you think I’m cute, you should see my Aunt.”

Filed Under: Uncategorized

The Kids.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

The Kids.

The kids had so much fun playing and getting to know one another.Everyday was a new adventure.On Saturday, Kelly & Rob rented a bouncy house and had a BBQ for some friends and neighbours.Rob set up the kiddy pool and the slip ‘n slide, which was Tyler’s favorite.They played outside. They watched a movie with popcorn.They drank pop. They giggled. They played musical beds. Just so fun.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Monday, August 14.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Monday, August 14.

On Monday, I asked Kelly if she would mind dropping the kids and I off at Geneva Commons to do some browsing and shopping around.Pottery Barn. Williams Sonoma. Bombay Kids. Crate & Barrel. Victoria’s Secret.I think West Edmonton Mall is in need of some new stores!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Beautiful Homes.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Beautiful Homes.

Some of the beautiful homes that were in Naperville.If Ron should ever get transferred to Chicago, I know where I want to live!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

And Baby Makes Six…..

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

And Baby Makes Six…..

A family photo on the Riverwalk.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Chipotle’s.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Chipotle’s.

After our walk on the river, we went to Chipotle’s for dinner.Chipotle’s serves mexcian fast food like tacos, burritos, salsa, chips, etc.The food was incredible and very reasonably priced.All fresh veggies and organic meats.Hunter & I had 3 soft tacos and Tyler had 4 hard tacos and it was really yummy.I treated everyone to dinner here and 8 of us ate for $46. We couldn’t have eaten at McDonald’s for that price!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Naperville.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Naperville.

On Sunday, Kelly & Rob took us to Naperville to walk on the Riverwalk.Naperville is a beautiful little town with a shopping area centered around the Riverwalk.The Riverwalk is a project undertaken by the city in the 1970’s with the vision of taking an eyesore and making it into a tourist destination. Some of the stores that can be found here include the Pottery Barn.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Hunter & Grace….

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Hunter & Grace….

had a lot of fun hanging out and playing with their American Girl Dolls.On Friday, Kelly dropped us off at Target for some shopping for a few hours, and then we went to Geneva for a few hours to look around.We enjoyed incredible locally made ice cream at a place called Grahams. I was in heaven since they had peppermint ice cream which is not an easy flavor to find.Then we browsed in the toy store with the kids for awhile.I made the mistake of leaving my cameras back at the house, so I have no pictures.I did not make Read More »

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Meeting Baby Nathan.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Meeting Baby Nathan.

Hunter & Tyler were very excited to see the girls and meet baby Nathan for the first time.Such a gorgeous baby. At two months, he can smile, talk and almost laugh.Nathan remained the center of attention for our visit. My kids don’t have the opportunity to be around babies very often.This little guy was truly adorable.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Chicago.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Chicago.

Thursday, August 10, 2006 turned out to be a very interesting day to fly, as it was the first day that the liquid ban went into effect.We managed to clear security in Halifax with everything intact, but by the time we landed in Montreal, we had to give up our water bottles, hand sanitizer, toothpaste, deodorant and polysporin. It was all just a little disconcerting when the vendors in the airport were prohibited from selling any bottled drinks. I was really worried that the kids were going to be thirsty.We ate lunch at Burger King and I filled up huge Read More »

Filed Under: Uncategorized

View of the Valley.

August 18, 2006 by Angie 1 Comment

View of the Valley.

from the “Look Off”.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Hall’s Harbour.

August 18, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Hall’s Harbour.

Our last day in N.S., so we decided to go to Hall’s Harbour, which is famous for it’s breathtaking scenery and lobsters.We ate lunch and then hung out on the beach and let the kids do some beachcombing.Hunter found some beach glass, and Tyler had fun tossing seaweed at us.

Filed Under: Uncategorized

My birthday lunch..

August 9, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

My birthday lunch..

My cousin Michelle organized a birthday lunch for me at “Between the Bushes” restaurant, which specializes in fresh, local ingredients with the spotlight on fresh blueberries.My aunts Zelma & Geneva, Michelle & Gemma, Hunter & I, Mom, Grammie and Eleanor and Amanda enjoyed a wonderful lunch.Michelle and I both chose vegetarian lasagna made with a layer of spinach, sweet potato, mashed potato, layered in tortilla with sauteed julienne vegetables in a spicy lentil sauce. It was incredible.Then we ordered blueberry explosion for dessert. A blueberry pastry smothered in creme anglaise with whipped cream and lots of fresh blueberries. Sooo good!Tonight, Read More »

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Friendships from Elementary School…..

August 9, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Friendships from Elementary  School…..

are the coolest! This is Hunter’s “core” group of friends since primary. She loves these girls. It is so great how after a year they can pick up right where they left off.We had the “girls” over this morning for some time together. They played monopoly, ran around outside, and willingly posed for some great photos. It was so cute to hear them discuss how they should pose as a group. I let them choose the poses and viola!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

$20 A CARLOAD…..

August 7, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

$20 A CARLOAD…..

is what it costs to go to the DRIVE IN. Two feature movies.The kids were absolutely bouncing off the walls when I announced to them that we were going to the Drive In. Tyler has never been to the Drive In before.They got their pjs on and brought pillows and blankets. Snacks and drinks.Cars and Pirates of the Carribean were the features. The screen lit up at 9:15 pm.The place was absolutely PACKED!!!! There were not many parking spots when we arrived 35 minutes before screen time.Even though we had lots of treats, Tyler kept asking me if we could Read More »

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Sunday.

August 7, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Sunday.

Our last Sunday in N.S.My friend Debbie came and treated me our for lunch and then we had a delightful time browsing in Casa Bella Gift Shop. It is my FAVORITE store ever. Lots of dishes, jewellery and home decor.Cynthia and Chris came to see us. Cynthia was our Nanny for Hunter when she was a toddler.It was terrific to see them and they brought their Wedding photos for us to enjoy.Chris is pondering moving out west. I have a feeling we may see them in the near future.Grammie & Grampie treated us to supper at Acton’s. The food was Read More »

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Day with Aaron & Amanda.

August 7, 2006 by Angie Leave a Comment

Day with Aaron & Amanda.

My cousin Aaron and his girlfriend Amanda invited us to Aylesford Lake to the cottage for the afternoon on Saturday.Michelle & Gemma came with us and it was a gorgeous sunny day.The kids played in the lake the whole time.The wind blew the beach ball across the lake and Aaron spent at least 30 min. retreiving it, first by swimming and then by paddleboat! I knew when we saw him swimming backstroke to get the ball that we were in trouble. haha.We had such a FUN afternoon!!!!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 34
  • 35
  • 36
  • 37
  • 38
  • …
  • 41
  • Next Page »

Get Connected

Hi There!

I'm Angie. I love helping busy moms and families discover ways to make their homes a wonderful place to be with simple, manageable projects & ideas. Read More…

Reader Favourites

  • Organizing The Fridge for Healthy ‘Fast Food’ At Home

    Organizing-Healthy-Fast-Food-At-Home1

  • 40 Amazing Family Reunion Ideas

    Family-Reunion-Ideas1

  • How To Organize A Kitchen Into Zones For Easier Cooking!

    Organizing-A-Kitchen-Into-Zones1

  • Organizing A Camping Kitchen

    Organizing A Camping Kitchen10

  • How To Create A Camping Bedroom

    Glamping Tent

  • 20 Best Tin Foil Packet Recipes for Camping & Grilling Season

    Tin Foil Pack Recipes

  • Mint Lime Foot Soak +Free Printable Tag

    Mint Lime Foot Soak

  • Iced Chai Tea Latte Mix

    Iced Chai Tea Latte Mix

  • Iced Cappuccino Mix

    Iced Cappuccino Mix

  • Strawberry Lemonade Mix

    Strawberry Lemonade Mix

  • How To Make A Fairy Garden & 4 Other Fabulous Outdoor Plant & Flower Projects for the Outdoor Extravaganza 2015!

    IMG_0969-Copy1

  • Fresh & Fun Front Porch Decor

    IMG_1145-002

  • Tailgate Picnic Party

    Tailgate Party

  • Delicious Basil Watermelon Lemonade

    Basil Watermelon Lemonade2

  • Bike Ride Picnic

    Bike-Ride-Picnic1

Recent Posts

Get Road Trip Ready! : 5 Tips from Hankook Tire

Get Road Trip Ready! : 5 Tips from Hankook Tire

September 25, 2017 Leave a Comment

Protect Your Family’s Skin This Summer with Banana Boat® Sun Protection +Giveaway! #SunReadyFunReady

Protect Your Family’s Skin This Summer with Banana Boat® Sun Protection +Giveaway! #SunReadyFunReady

June 13, 2016 6 Comments

Caring For Little Dogs +WIN a Small Dog Gift Basket  #SpringForSmallDogs

Caring For Little Dogs +WIN a Small Dog Gift Basket #SpringForSmallDogs

June 13, 2016 1 Comment

Mother’s Day Surprise with Best Buy!

Mother’s Day Surprise with Best Buy!

May 16, 2016 Leave a Comment

HP Technology Helps Busy Moms! & HP Technology Giveaway! #HPTreatsMoms

HP Technology Helps Busy Moms! & HP Technology Giveaway! #HPTreatsMoms

May 16, 2016 Leave a Comment

Find Echoes on Pinterest

Visit Angie @Echoes of Laughter's profile on Pinterest.

Like Echoes on Facebook

Follow Echoes on Instagram

Blogger of the Month

Archives

2017

  • + September (1)

2016

  • + June (2)
  • + May (6)
  • + April (1)
  • + February (2)
  • + January (1)

2015

  • + December (12)
  • + November (8)
  • + October (4)
  • + September (17)
  • + August (8)
  • + July (3)
  • + June (5)
  • + May (15)
  • + April (5)
  • + March (8)
  • + February (9)
  • + January (6)

2014

  • + December (6)
  • + November (15)
  • + October (12)
  • + September (14)
  • + August (14)
  • + July (17)
  • + June (16)
  • + May (18)
  • + April (7)
  • + March (10)
  • + February (14)
  • + January (10)

2013

  • + December (24)
  • + November (13)
  • + October (13)
  • + September (12)
  • + August (11)
  • + July (7)
  • + June (15)
  • + May (13)
  • + April (12)
  • + March (14)
  • + February (12)
  • + January (19)

2012

  • + December (12)
  • + November (17)
  • + October (6)
  • + September (9)
  • + August (11)
  • + July (13)
  • + June (16)
  • + May (15)
  • + April (6)
  • + March (15)
  • + February (9)
  • + January (14)

2011

  • + December (11)
  • + November (14)
  • + October (3)
  • + September (15)
  • + August (10)
  • + July (5)
  • + June (5)
  • + May (5)
  • + March (10)
  • + February (12)
  • + January (10)

2010

  • + December (6)
  • + November (23)
  • + October (14)
  • + September (11)
  • + August (14)
  • + July (15)
  • + June (18)
  • + May (8)
  • + April (13)
  • + March (9)
  • + February (2)
  • + January (3)

2009

  • + December (7)
  • + November (10)
  • + October (5)
  • + September (8)
  • + August (3)
  • + July (1)
  • + June (6)
  • + May (6)
  • + April (2)
  • + March (5)
  • + February (1)
  • + January (2)

2008

  • + November (3)
  • + October (1)
  • + September (4)
  • + August (1)
  • + May (1)
  • + April (6)
  • + March (3)
  • + February (3)
  • + January (5)

2007

  • + December (27)
  • + November (7)
  • + October (15)
  • + September (1)
  • + August (12)
  • + July (34)
  • + June (1)
  • + May (9)
  • + April (5)
  • + March (9)
  • + February (5)
  • + January (6)

2006

  • + December (11)
  • + November (5)
  • + October (6)
  • + September (5)
  • + August (43)
  • + July (72)
  • + June (15)
  • + May (6)
  • + February (4)
  • + January (10)

Most Popular

The Absolute Easiest Way To Track, Pay & Organize Your Household Bills…No Filing Involved!

The Absolute Easiest Way To Track, Pay & Organize Your Household Bills…No Filing Involved!

Make a Pretty Table Runner

Make a Pretty Table Runner

Fun Ideas for Healthy Lunches & A Giveaway!

Fun Ideas for Healthy Lunches & A Giveaway!

10 Great Camping Recipes & Tips To Get You Through Camping Season…

10 Great Camping Recipes & Tips To Get You Through Camping Season…

Nesting for Fall….

Nesting for Fall….

Recent Posts

Get Road Trip Ready! : 5 Tips from Hankook Tire

Get Road Trip Ready! : 5 Tips from Hankook Tire

Protect Your Family’s Skin This Summer with Banana Boat® Sun Protection +Giveaway! #SunReadyFunReady

Protect Your Family’s Skin This Summer with Banana Boat® Sun Protection +Giveaway! #SunReadyFunReady

Caring For Little Dogs +WIN a Small Dog Gift Basket  #SpringForSmallDogs

Caring For Little Dogs +WIN a Small Dog Gift Basket #SpringForSmallDogs

Mother’s Day Surprise with Best Buy!

Mother’s Day Surprise with Best Buy!

HP Technology Helps Busy Moms! & HP Technology Giveaway! #HPTreatsMoms

HP Technology Helps Busy Moms! & HP Technology Giveaway! #HPTreatsMoms

Stay Updated!

Get all the latest posts straight to your inbox!

Copyright © 2025 · Tasteful theme by Restored 316