Between food blogging, two pairs of little hands, a 100-lb dog, and backyard BBQs, we go through a ton of paper towels. And when I say a ton, I mean – I really should be getting a shareholders dividend cheque at the end of every month, ton. Thankfully, with Tiger Towels’ handy half-sheet, we use far less than we used to without sacrificing strength or absorbency. Paper towels … [Read more...]
Cleaning closets and poppin’ tags – we’re #HappyToPassItOn
Thrifting \ˈthrĭft·ing\ 1. When one visits several different thrift shops, second-hand shops, and vintage clothing stores in the hopes of buying several items of cheap and unusual clothing and other items. One usually does this with friends. "Hey, where did you get that weird top?" "Oh, I found it while thrifting, it was only a dollar." 2. A sneaky way to trick your … [Read more...]
It’s Bike to Work Week and Schwinn’s got your ticket to ride!
Well it finally happened! I lost my commuter cycling virginity! Yesterday was the start of bike to work week, and today I geared up my new Schwinn ride and embarked on my inaugural journey to my office! I am thrilled to report that I was door to door in a mere 22:16 minutes! Apart from a quick stop to adjust my seat height, and being honked at by an old lady driving a … [Read more...]
May is Bike Month! 3 tips for picking the best bicycle type for you
I live approximately 6 kms from my office. Thanks to city life, this means that I can be door to door anywhere from 15 minutes to 45 minutes depending on traffic, weather, and all other fun commuting factors. Typically, my mode of transport to and from the office is one of three methods: Personal Car Transit Carpool I'm happy to announce that thanks to Schwinn … [Read more...]
Over worked and under played – How to know when enough is enough
Managing busy calendars as an adult can be a chore - often involving a degree in multi-tasking with minors in time management, organizational efficiencies, and defensive driving. Add to that the schedule of a child or two and it'll be a miracle if you still have your sanity in tact come Friday. Growing up, my brother and I were "do all of the things" kind of children. … [Read more...]