By Kristen, on June 19th, 2013 Disclosure: My 3 Little Kittens & Purina have kindly partnered to bring about this pet-friendly post! My 3 Little Kittens was financially compensated in exchange for this post. All opinions are honest & that of My 3 Little Kittens.  Piggles {Tabby} & Anson {White & Tabby} The most photogenic cats in my household are Orin {aka Piggles} and Anson. Both love attention and get along fabulously with the children. They even take turns snuggling up to the Baby, which always melts my heart! Each of them has their own story, but I am beyond grateful that they are now part of our family. Piggles came to us from the Humane Society as a kitten. I was debating between him or his sister and decided to leave the decision up to my Husband. He chose Piggles and ever since, he has been my Husband’s favourite kitty friend. As for Anson, he came to us from a rescue at the age of 2. I was told he was found as a stray by animal control and taken to the rescue where he spent over 6 months waiting for his furr-ever home. He was at the local pet store in the adoption center when we first saw him. I wasn’t looking to adopt another cat, but my heart went out to him. My Husband surprised me one night by texting me that he had submitted an adoption application to get him. The rescue was beyond thrilled to finally find him a home that they approved the application that morning and I went to pick him up later that afternoon for our first official meeting. He was so friendly and just wanted to be loved. It was a perfect match. Yet, I also remember how anxious I was bringing home a new addition to our household. With so many variables going on, it can be pretty overwhelming at first, which is why I am so geniunely impressed with Purina’s MyKitten.ca and MyPuppy.ca. Both websites help pet owners prepare themselves for the newest furry addition and offer tons of useful information for the days to come. There is dedicated information on safety proofing your home, feeding, health & care, behaviour, training and more. I especially love the breed selector on Mypuppy.ca! We would like to get a dog at some point in the future and I know exactly where I will be headed first! It is very important to be prepared for any new pet, but puppies are especially busy. Did I also mention that by registering at the websites, pet owners receive a complimentary pet kit? The kit includes information, an engravable pet tag and a coupon for free kitten or puppy food. You definitely can’t go wrong with these fabulous pet freebies! 
As a kitty owner, I know how mischeivious kittens can be and the safety proofing tips on Mykitten.ca are just purr-fect! They recommend going through your home and looking at things from a kitten’s perspective; everyday household items can be dangerous to a curious kitten. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind: Cut the cords: Kittens can get tangled in cords (or by anything swinging or hanging), so keep your new pet safe by securing drape or blind strings out of reach, and bundling phone and electric cables Keep a lid on it: Make sure the toilet seat is always down – an unsuspecting kitten could slip into the bowl. And keep your everyday toiletries and toxic cleaning products out of sight by keeping cabinets closed, so the kitten doesn’t encounter razors, bleach, dental floss and other household items when exploring. For a list of some common materials that are poisonous to cats visit mykitten.ca - Practice appliance awareness: Cats love warm spots to siesta, so be sure to keep doors to kitchen and laundry appliances closed. And just to be safe, always check inside before using them.
As pet owner, we always want the very best for our pets. Thanks to Purina, this now means preparing before the adoption ♥ By Kristen, on June 18th, 2013 Disclosure: My 3 Little Kittens did receive the following product for review purposes. All opinions are honest & that of My 3 Little Kittens. 
It may be hard to imagine, but it is said that we spend one-third of our lives sleeping. I can remember in my late teens and early 20s avoiding sleep as much as possible. I mean, sleep takes away from other things you could be doing, right? However, as I have gotten older and had children, I look back on all those times I could have enjoyed more sleep and want to kick myself! Yet, even now, I don’t enjoy the kind of sleep I should because our mattress feels like I am laying on a rock and my pillow should have been tossed out years ago! So when I was approached by Dormeo Octaspring to try out their Octaspring Memory Evolution Pillow, I was more than happy to say yes. The Memory Evolution Pillow has a full 30 memory foam Octapillow springs wrapped in the same thick memory foam sleeve as the Evolution Plus for those who want pure Octaspring memory foam support. The Memory Evolution gives soft, cool ventilated support. (Size: 18in x 24in).
When the pillow arrived, I was excited. I had done my reading and knew this pillow was going to be special. Just looking at my old, flimsy, sad pillow sitting next to the Octaspring Pillow reminded me how long it has been since I had a good pillow to sleep on. I suffer from headaches, hip and back pain, which I attribute mostly to my old pillow. No neck support during sleep really does a number on you pretty quickly. Obviously, I could barely even wait to test my new pillow out! After just one night’s sleep on the Octaspring Pillow, I could feel a huge difference! I didn’t wake up with a headache and my usual aches and pains were not there. It was a whole different sleep experience, which is the reason I then let my Husband try it out. Surprisingly, his horribly loud snoring was instantly quieted. It was like sleep magic. After years and years of listening to him snore, which has been traumatic to say the least, I can finally sleep peacefully. This pillow is beyond incredible and to think I went all these years without one! Now that I have the pillow of my dreams, I have been daydreaming about the Octaspring Mattresses! The technology behind my new pillow is the same as what they use for the mattresses, so I can only imagine how fabulous that must be. After years of hating my mattress, it would be a dream come true to finally enjoy my sleep completely! The mattresses and pillows are also 9x and 7x more breathable in comparison to the average memory foam products as well. Plus, there is a 20-year warranty on their mattresses, which is unreal in the best kind of way! Make sure to keep up with all things Dormeo Octaspring by visiting Octaspring Canada on Facebook , Twitter and Pinterest! ENTER TO WIN!Thanks to Dormeo, One Lucky Canadian Reader will win their own Octaspring Memory Evolution Pillow! a Rafflecopter giveaway
By Kristen, on June 16th, 2013  As we get older, we learn. We grow. We discover. We can reflect upon our lives and take a good hard look at the mistakes of our youth and even the mistakes of today. No one is perfect, right? Yet, for some, the “good hard look” never seems to materialize. Instead, it is overshadowed by the importance of overindulgence, selfishness and a litany of me, me, me. Lately, I have been left wondering where the humility has really gone.
If I had asked myself that question years ago, I probably wouldn’t have given it much thought. Youth does that to you. It allows you an almost blissful ignorance at times because for the most part, life is new. You are experiencing so many things for the very first time and you often get lost amongst yourself. Yet, I am now a mom and a wife. I now have a far better grasp of the importance of humility. I will also be the first one to admit that I am still learning; growing. As I mentioned, no one is perfect. So why the question? To put it simply, empathy kicked in. Painfully watching kind and honest friends struggle, all because others chose arrogance before humility. Does that even make sense? I am all for loving yourself and believing in what you are doing. However, the moment you start to truly believe that you are better than others is the moment you have crossed the line. A good-hearted person does not find accomplishment and joy from the suffering of others. C.S. Lewis put it best, “true humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” Think of how many painful situations can be avoided if we just thought of ourselves less and took that time to think of others more! By Kristen, on June 12th, 2013 Disclosure: My 3 Little Kittens did receive the following product for review purposes. All opinions are honest & that of My 3 Little Kittens. 
One breakfast staple that I have enjoyed since childhood is Cream of Wheat. Back then, there was only the original flavour, which my Mom would make for us with sugar and milk. It was always one of those special breakfast days when we got to enjoy hot cereal before school. Now that I am a Mom, I share the delicious joy of Cream of Wheat with my own children. Whether adding sugar, or Splenda, or honey, there really is no wrong way to serve your Cream of Wheat. My kids especially enjoy theirs as a bedtime snack. Within the last couple of years, I have also come to be a huge fan of the Instant Cream of Wheat Packets because they save time and taste great. Plus, I can make them by simply adding boiling water and sugar. Anything to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with my family is a huge plus in my book! 
So when I heard that Cream of Wheat was adding a new flavour, Cinnamon Swirl, to their Instant Variety Pack, I was more than excited to try it out! The moment the Cream of Wheat arrived at my door, I opened a box and made a bowl for myself and my Daughter. Out of the gate, the Cinnamon Swirl was a huge hit! She has always enjoyed the Original Flavour, but I think Cinnamon Swirl has taken over as the reigning champion from now on! The flavour was filled with cinnamon and the smell alone is appealing. When my Son got home from school that day, he immediately saw the Cream of Wheat boxes and asked for a bowl. His favourite ended up being Maple Brown Sugar and honestly, who can blame him. The Variety Pack is so perfect for my family because everyone gets to enjoy their favourite flavour. As for me, I am always going to be true to the original, but changing it up now and again with either Cinnamon Swirl or Maple Brown Sugar isn’t going to hurt either {hehe}. Right now, Cream of Wheat is offering a $1 off printable coupon that you can use towards your purchase of any Cream of Wheat. Why not try the Cinnamon Swirl for yourself or your family while saving money! By Kristen, on June 10th, 2013 
My Husband came up with this delicious recipe and it has quickly become one of my favourite ways to serve potatoes!  Mediterranean Homemade Fries 2013-06-10 22:12:12 Serves 5 Potato wedges seasoned to perfection for a mediterranean-style side dish 238 calories 55 g 0 g 1 g 7 g 0 g 328 g 53 g 2 g 0 g 0 g Amount Per Serving Calories 238 Calories from Fat 9 Trans Fat 0g Polyunsaturated Fat 0g Monounsaturated Fat 0g Total Carbohydrates 55g 18% Sugars 2g Protein 7g * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. 6 Potatoes {Peeled & Cut into Wedges} 1 Cup Water 1/2 Olive Oil 1/4 Cup Lemon Juice 4 Garlic Cloves {Crushed} 1/4 Cup Dried Oregano 1/4 Cup Dried Rosemary 1/4 Cup Thyme Salt & Pepper to Taste Preheat oven to 350 Degrees Fahrenheit. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl minus potatoes. Once combined, toss in potatoes & coat. Cover shallow pan in aluminum foil. Lay potatoes on foiled pan. Put in oven for 2 hours. Turn potatoes 1-hour into cooking. If the pan becomes dry, add water. By My 3 Little Kittens My 3 Little Kittens http://www.my3littlekittens.com/  | |
