I am so excited! Summer is here, summer is here! I am whispering that, as I do the happy dance, just in case (it's not officially summer and this is Canada), I don't want to jinx this gorgeous weather we are having. I have had the BBQ out all winter but there's something said for grilling without snow up to your knees as you are flipping steaks out on the deck. Regardless of the weather, steak is fantastic grilled on the barbecue, if it's done right. So, pour a …
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Dear Millicent: Mustard Stains Harshing My Oktoberfest Mellow
Dear Millicent, October is my favorite time of the year. It's not about falling leaves and pumpkins for me, but rather Beer and Bratwurst. Zigga-zagga, zigga-zagga, hoy, hoy, hoy! Bring on Oktoberfest! So here's my …
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I Let My Life Go To The Dogs And Found Joy In The Process
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Keeping Kids Warm in Winter
Keeping kids warm in the winter is a major stressor for moms. Let's face it, we're running around after them with sweaters and socks in the fall, so when the snow hits we really start to worry. Who wants to see little …
8 Easy Ways to Stick to Your Exercise Routine
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