There are many health treatments available out there to help manage whatever ails you. Some services like acupuncture have become more popular as an alternative to our existing western healthcare practices. But what is it and how does it work? Acupuncture has been around for thousands of … [Read more...]
A Place For Families In Need To Call Home
A few years ago I volunteered at Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto. Once a week, I would make my way to the post-operative unit for kids recovering from surgery. I was there to play, read and comfort young kids while their parents took time to grab dinner or coffee. There were some kids who were … [Read more...]
Stylish Ways To Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month
It's October and it's Breast Cancer Awareness month. We've all been affected by the cancer in some way, it may have changed the life of a family member, a friend, a co-worker or a neighbour. It affects not only the person diagnosed but also their families and friends. During this month, there are … [Read more...]
Goosebumps Movie Is Full Of Surprises!
You may have heard of the wildly popular Goosebumps series that has sold over 400 million books worldwide in 32 languages. The series was first introduced in 1992 by children's book author R.L. Stine. Now, get ready because we're about to leap from the pages and onto the big screen. In the … [Read more...]
UrbanKitchen: Cranberry Orange Stuffing Cakes
I recently attended the most beautiful harvest luncheon at l'unita restaurant where Chef Miriam presented a mouth-watering full on meal that has also provided the inspiration I need to get me through this coming Thanksgiving weekend. Cranberries were the talk of the event aka a staple at … [Read more...]
Neil Pasricha Is Awesome And He’s Everywhere
My son's class is currently studying The Book of Awesome, so you can just imagine just how excited we were to find out that author Neil Pasricha was launching a new kid's book. Call it fate or kismet but the timing couldn't be more perfect. In my son's eyes he's just as big as any pop star out there … [Read more...]
What Happened At Toronto’s 2015 WE Day?
Something truly magical happens when you sit amongst 20,000 kids in a stadium. The cheers are loud and each face is beaming with excitement. Welcome to WE Day - the celebration event that recognizes kids who do good in their communities and globally. WE Day, founded by the brothers who started the … [Read more...]
Where Are All Bees In The City?
We seem to be hearing more bees lately in the news which prompts our kids to ask many questions. I'm digging on the internet so I can better explain the importance of bees, what they do, and why we shouldn't be afraid of them. So what's the buzz? (Pardon my pun.) First off there are two kinds … [Read more...]
David Foster And Friends Help Families In Need Of Organ Transplants
As parents, we will do everything in our power for our kids. So, when I grumble about the silliest, most minute things in life I am often pulled back into place and remind myself of the incredible families who have challenges beyond imagination. I stopped everything I did the other day when I … [Read more...]
Motown The Musical Tells The Story Behind The Greatest Hits
The story of Motown Records started with Berry Gordy Jr. in 1959. With an $800 loan from his family and heart full of determination he was able to purchase a small space to create a recording studio in Detroit that later became known as Hitsville, USA. He founded what many call "the music that … [Read more...]
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