A Flood of Memories Came Back to Me When I Made this Bread
I don't know what it is about getting older that makes me miss items that were a staple of my childhood. Food items most of all. Nostalgia I guess? Or the fact that food can bring back such a flood of emotions and memories. This year I knew...
Apr 03, 2021
It's 2021, So Why Am I Still Trying to Find a Voice
International Women's Day - It's a big deal. It's an opportunity to celebrate female leadership, women's right for equality and it's a chance to highlight women's achievements. But I have a confession to make. When I look at myself, I strug...
Mar 08, 2021
Five Things I Learned at My First Job
I've talked about it a few times - that my first job(besides picking strawberries) was in retail as a cashier at a small town grocery store. I was hired just days after my fifteenth birthday and I ended up working in retail for 13 years. So...
Jan 30, 2021
I Can't Live Without my Slow Cooker in The Winter
Some days I think my true age is a retired lady who likes to putter who kitchen. I love meal prepping and making things EASY. And that's why I love my slow cooker! I use it all winter long! From soups to pulled pork to chicken for fajita's,...
Jan 16, 2021
Tired of Turkey Leftovers? Try These Recipe Ideas!
I love Turkey Dinner! Like, I love it. There are not enough turkey based occasions in my opinion. I certainly had my fill of turkey on Christmas Day and that's when I start to look forward to repurposing the leftovers! For me, I find leftov...
Dec 28, 2020
Five Christmas Movies I Watch Every Year
Are you a fan of Christmas movies? I am, but more so - the classic movies. The one's I grew up with. Every year they're replayed on television and I can't help but tune in and get captured in the magic once again. My husband only believes i...
Dec 13, 2020
Five Holiday Decor Items I Despise!
I'm not one to be negative, but this time of year there are little things that just aggravate me. I mean you can only be holly and jolly so much before the aggravation comes through! As decor is added to homes I am seeing a lot of "sug...
Nov 22, 2020
I'm Shopping Local this Holiday Season - Here's Why You Should Too!
I'm a big fan of supporting local whenever possible. Local events, local business and local charity! They're all so important! Money spent in the community has a huge impact on the community and leads to great things, like growth of busines...
Nov 21, 2020
Five Take-Aways From My Time Off-Grid
Last week I went off-grid and unplugged for just 48hours. No cell coverage, no wifi, no electricity (unless a generator was running) and wood heat. Leading up to it I will admit I was a little nervous. I rely on my phone a lot. Like, A LOT!...
Nov 15, 2020
Lest We Forget: I Thank My Grandparents for What I Have Today
Remembrance Day holds an important place in my heart. From an early age I've attended Cenotaph ceremonies and into adult hood, I don't see Remembrance Day as a "holiday" like Labour Day or Canada Day. To me, this day is always a s...
Nov 11, 2020