An old standby for any hostess is a bottle of her favourite wine, or yours if you have ulterior motives and if her usual wine selection leaves you parched. Traditional gift options range from flowers to jars of ... continue reading...
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
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Christmas Doesn’t Come From A Store
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Now You Know
Five Best Summer Hostess Gifts
Christmas Mourning
This year my holiday spirit is...well, less than stellar, which does not bode well in my house since my husband is already on the naughty list for not being a fan of the holidays any year. When my cheer’o’meter is low, I ... continue reading...
Babies, Chicks, Lambs and Heart Coherence
I just love seeing all the new in spring. Not only the new flowers and new grass, but new baby animals that we get to see around Easter at the farms and petting zoos, and I am blessed to be welcoming a new baby niece in ... continue reading...
Preparing for Winter: The Fridge Files
The kitchen is truly the hub of your home. It’s the command centre, gathering place, and social headquarters for most families. If it’s running smoothly, everything seems under control. But if it gets chaotic, that chaos ... continue reading...
Ten Commandments For Hockey Parents
The back to school flurry and the reddening leaves mean one thing: hockey season is approaching. It actually means many things are approaching, like winter and clearing snowy driveways and nostrils that stick together ... continue reading...
Five Last Minute Teacher Gifts For the Chronically Late Parent
I mean what I say and I say what I mean. When I say "last minute," you can trust that these ideas can be carried out in a swift manner, with little preparation, without breaking the most precious of budgets ... continue reading...
