Creativity is Not a Hobby; it's a Way of Life!
A few Saturdays ago, I had the house to myself. The peace and quiet was a welcome change. I had all kinds of ideas for it – maybe a Netflix binge, a new novel, a nap, some sewing? Suddenly, I was overwhelmed. I ended up working instead. It just somehow seemed easier. I don’t remember […]
It’s not always easy to fit exercise into an already busy schedule. And if you have a chronic medical condition with pain like I do, embarking on a full-blown workout routine can seem impossible. I can’t join a volleyball team and I can’t get through a typical workout class at a gym. But there are […]
We spent the day at Storybook Gardens today with some of our extended family. It was a lot of fun but boy oh boy was it ever hot. I was incredibly tempted to jump right into the splash pad with the kids! We did really well with avoiding the sun as much as possible. We […]
I’ll be perfectly honest with you. I didn’t really have a difficult adjustment to being an empty nester. It probably partially has something to do with my personality. I tend to be somewhat of a loner who really relishes quiet time to myself. But, I think it also has to do with making it more […]
It’s not unusual for us to see snow in March and even April. That means we’re wearing toques and winter jackets and way too many layers of clothing for a good 6 months of the year. Blech! So, when the temperature soars into the double digits, I am SO ready to take full advantage of […]
Summertime is one of my favourite times of the year. (Okay, I’ll be honest. I’m not a fan of winter but the other three seasons are pretty wonderful.) I love the blue skies, the sunshine, the slower pace of life. What I don’t love are sunburns. (Who does?) I’m much better about protecting myself from […]
Halloween is such a fun time of year for adults and children alike. From trick or treating to spooktacular get-togethers, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Fact of the matter is though, this may not hold true for your pets. Halloween can present many dangers for our furry friends. This is because there are […]
We’ve had some crazy warm fall weather so far around here! My family was just together in Arkansas for a family wedding and it was hot and humid there. We arrived home to find it was nearly as bad here too. Not really the typical fall weather we’re used to. But it’s coming. That’s inevitable. […]
Halloween is coming quickly and soon there will be little ghosts, goblins and witches knocking on your door looking for some sweet treats. As the big day approaches, you may find yourself inspired to throw a Spooktacular Halloween get-together. Whether you plan for your party to be a soiree for neighbourhood children, an adults only […]
The beautiful fall months provide a bounty of fun and exciting decorating ideas that don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. From crunchy leaves, warm colours, plenty of pumpkins and beautiful flowers, autumn is one of the best times to freshen up your home’s indoor décor. And, updating your indoor space for […]
