In January of every year I give something up. I've never really been a fan of New Years Resolutions, so I've adopted this annual New Years Resolutions meet Lent tradition. For the entire month of January I exercise my ability to say no, and put my will power to the test. This little tradition started many years ago with what I called "Dry January", where I gave up drinking for … [Read more...]
LIFE HACK: Think outside the litter box with scoopable cat litter
This time last year, we were fostering a timid black cat named Salem. This was a win-win for our family as it gave us an opportunity to see if cat ownership was for us -- and our 100lb rescue dog, and it helped out a friend who needed to re-home her cat temporarily. In fact, prior to getting our rescue dog Havoc from the SPCA, we volunteered to pet sit a variety of dogs to give … [Read more...]
Cord-Free Cleaning with the Dyson V8 Absolute
I am no Suzy Homemaker. I come by it honestly, and anyone who knows me will attest to that! I have a happy, mostly healthy, and tremendously loving home, however when you knock at my door prepare for a frantic, singsong voice to greet you with "Just a minute!!" as I frantically scramble to clear off the counter tops and hide the unfolded laundry before you make it up the … [Read more...]
Broadway Across Canada presents KINKY BOOTS
If you're as much of a fan of Cyndi Lauper as I am, you're in for a treat! Broadway Across Canada is bringing KINKY BOOTS, Broadway’s huge-hearted, high-heeled hit, to town! With songs by Grammy® and Tony® winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper, this joyous musical celebration is about the friendships we discover, and the belief that you can change the world when you change your mind. … [Read more...]
Meal Plan Monday – What we’re eating this week
Can you believe it's Monday again... Already?! It seems like these days, weeks, and months are just flying by! If you follow me on Instagram you'll likely have seen my Meal Plan Monday posts before. In an effort to streamline my already busy week, I try to map out and plan our meals for the entire week each Sunday/Monday. I post them up in the kitchen each week to quell the … [Read more...]
