Sweets dreams are made of this… Clearly during these frigid days of winter we roll into hibernation mode, but there is something very therapeutic about good sleep. Let’s dive into the magical realm of sleep, whether cold weather (or [...]
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Like many Canadians, or those in colder climes, when the snow is gone and the world seems to open up with soggy yards, bird songs and that wet earthy smell of gardening promise in the back yard… you just [...]
There is something rather indulgent about getting wrapped up in the reading (or listening) of a good book. Whether hunkered down during an inclement weather day, back yard reading or a holiday book… I truly love that ‘ oh [...]
As we roll into a New Year there is a plethora of “New Year, New Me” mantras. filled with virtuous intentions: – Be more present – Lose ‘x” pounds – Get Fit – Be healthier I quite religiously have [...]
Have you familiar with the Danish concept of hygge? As the days get shorter and colder, it’s easy to settle into a funk. Hygge (which is pronounced “hoo gah,”) originates in Denmark and is more of a sensation than [...]
Pandemic Book Club I’m coping. This seems to be a very typical response to a typical question in recent days. It suggests a state that says, I’m not great, but I am dealing with it in an ok way. [...]
The cold winds are a blowin’ and the natural response is to hunker down and hibernate. To be honest, I love the crispness of the cool weather. Truth be told, I do hate the cold. And yet, I [...]
I love to read. I love to talk about my reads. I love to share my reads. This is one of those ‘shares’. There have been some books make me laugh, some that make me cry and some [...]
Is it possible to have gorgeous cosmetics without the toxins and still have the performance and quality you’ve enjoyed with your big name cosmetic brands? I can state unequivocally: YES! If you take a quick look at [...]
On January 30th it is Bell “Let’s Talk” Day a national awareness and fundraising event to end the stigma of mental illness. In it’ 9th year, the activity behind this initiative has been astonishing in its reach [...]
