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One for You, One for Me. Last minute gift ideas.

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I thought I was finished my Christmas shopping. At the beginning of December I was pretty confident telling my friends that I had everyone checked off my list. But then it happened. I should have known. Really. Because it happens every year. I get the annual "hey, let's get together" emails and at … [Read more...]

Without You. The only way is through.

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Who knew that actor and singer Anthony Rapp started off as a Barista at Starbuck's? While he was working on his acting career in New York City, he was creating hot beverages. In the new stage show, WITHOUT YOU, Rapp tells his life story of the years leading up to the award-winning  rock … [Read more...]

A Classic New York Winter Holiday Getaway

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I've always wanted to experience the holidays in New York City with my family.  I could just imagine the faces of my kids standing at the massive tree in Rockefeller Centre with jaws dropped and big doe eyes. I don't think they have seen a tree that gi-normous, yet. It would be pretty … [Read more...]

Games they play: the holiday hotlist

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Recently I had the chance to preview a few games and I'm blown away by what is out in the gaming world today. With two boys in our household we have always had plenty of family fun with games like Ferrari Challenge, good old' Carnival Games, and singing along with American Idol. Did I mention that … [Read more...]

Keep Calm & Travel On: Holiday Tips Starting Here

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Got big plans over the holidays? Travelling with kids via airplane? We've taken our Christmas holidays elsewhere in the past. Instead of having Christmas at home we decided to take it somewhere tropical. And  there's nothing like seeing a jolly Santa pull up on a SeaDoo! But whether you're … [Read more...]

The Urban Cyclist & New Global Fashion Recycling Initiative with H&M!

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It's not just a trend but a lifestyle change for many. The Urban Cyclist is taking over the cities around the world. Make sense right? There are too many cars in the city streets not just here in Toronto but also in Rome, Paris, New York and the UK. It's no longer considered a "granola" means of … [Read more...]

What to get for the wine lover, the cool dad, and the Griswolds fans.

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We're into the thick of holiday shopping and you could hit the mall and get that gift certificate (Holt's for me please) that's safe. But if you know your list well here are some suggestions that have come across my inbox lately that may be of interest for those hard-to-get-for people on your … [Read more...]