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You Will Get Wet With Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours

by Candace Sampson

You will get wet. Over and over again I heard these words leading up to our excursion with Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours based in Niagara Falls, New York. Despite the repeated warnings, I remained skeptical. I mean the kiddie coaster at our local fair warns of sharp drops and sudden stops. Please. Everything these days …

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Give Thanks, Not Spanx – Keep Weight Off During the Holidays

by Theresa Albert

Give Thanks, Not Spanx – Keep Weight Off During the Holidays By Theresa Albert, DHN, RNCP www.myfriendinfood.com Much of the disastrous 10 pounds per decade (that is suspected of being the foundation of our obesity crisis) is acquired between Thanksgiving and Christmas.  Regardless of your familial background, there are more gatherings, celebrations and opportunities to …

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Leftover Turkey Sandwich without the Turkey Fuss

by Candace Sampson

Here’s the thing, I’m a huge lover of the leftover turkey sandwich but in order to get to the sandwich part I have to go through the fuss of a big turkey meal. This makes the leftover turkey sandwich a bi-annual event around this house. That was until yesterday. For the next four months I’ll …

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Best Cranberry Sauce – Orange Maple Cranberry

by Candace Sampson

This is the best cranberry sauce recipe ever. Period. It has everything you could ever want, tart cranberries, fresh orange juice, pure maple syrup. That’s right. Maple syrup aka nectar of the gods, liquid gold, Canada’s best export. The combination of flavours is magic and you may find yourself dipping your turkey, your mashed potatoes, …

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5 Best Reasons for Fall Family Travel

by Candace Sampson

Fall family travel is ideal for families that are willing to wait until the summer rush is over to get away and, in my opinion, it’s the best time to get away with your loved ones. Here are five reasons why waiting until fall is better! Weather The weather is cooler but not cold yet, …

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Weeknight Win: Slow Cooker Beef Pot Roast You’ll Love

by Candace Sampson

If your evenings are a whirlwind but you still want a proper meal on the table, this slow cooker beef pot roast is the answer. It takes just a bit of prep in the morning, then simmers low and slow all day, so by dinnertime, you’re met with comfort food that tastes like you fussed …

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The Color Run Makes Running Fun

by Candace Sampson

Running is a mental game. It not only requires fitness and endurance but a profound will to go the distance. I, do not possess this mental game. In fact, usually, somewhere around the second kilometre of a run, I’d just as soon walk away and go have a drink somewhere than take another step. I’m …

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S’More Brownie Bars – A Portable Campfire Treat

by Candace Sampson

My kids love s’mores. I, however, am not really a fan of the traditional s’more. I mean I like the idea of them and everything. Graham crackers, chocolate, marshmallow – what’s not to love?  Overall on  a taste level though they are sort of a letdown. A little like sex without the climax.  I made …

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