It was the summer of 2009, and I was at one of my lowest points. My mother was dying, and my sisters and I, along with our dad and my brothers in law, stood vigil by my mother's bed in the palliative care unit at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (Canada’s leading cancer research centre and one of the … [Read more...]
Christmas Card Season! Wahoo!
'Tis the season! When one's mailbox is not filled only with bills, but peppered with happy Christmas cards from friends and family. I love it! I don't send them out every year because sometimes it just feels like an overwhelming/expensive endeavor, or we don't have a good photo to use on the … [Read more...]
Footsie Reflexology
Re-flex-o-lo-gy: an ancient Chinese medicinal practice which is the physical act of applying pressure to the feet, (and hands, or ears) with specific thumb, finger, and hand techniques. It is based on a system of zones and reflex areas that are said to reflect an image of the body on the feet and … [Read more...]
From My Closet – December 10th, 2013
I did a bit of post-birthday shopping last Thursday, right after I finished getting an awesome foot massage at Footsie Reflexology (seriously, yo... you should go!) which is located across the street from The Bay... so wandered in to have a gander, and it seemed like the entire ladieswear department … [Read more...]
Welcome To Flu Season!
There are two things that strike the fear of God into teachers and parents. #1 - those little tiny white bugs that we have managed to avoid so far....I'll let Tracey deal with the lice thanks. #2 - BARF. Yes. And believe me the season is upon us. Despite all my weird quirks and things that … [Read more...]
RECIPE: Italian Panettone Christmas Pudding
Our friends in Woodbridge were the first to introduce us to many Italian traditions. We feel like family when we see them. In fact their kids call us Zia and Zio. "Yes, my Zia is Chinese," Steph would say without a blink of an eye to her friends. That's what about the Italians! We're all family. I … [Read more...]
Top 10 Secret Santa Gift Ideas
There's always a party or two that require us to bring a "Secret Santa" gift. Here are some suggestions that won't break the bank and will always be appreciated (or at least you know it won't be tossed aside!). These also make great stocking stuffers and gift exchanges with your girlfriends! Happy … [Read more...]
Top Gift Ideas For the TEEN!
There is no doubt that teens are the hardest ones to buy for. Even more so if you've got boys. Sure it's easy enough to hand over a wad of cash but over the past few months my kid had a chance to check out some of the cool gear as well. Here's are some of his picks (and mine)... TuckShopCo. … [Read more...]
APPS OF THE WEEK: mGifts and FastMall
What type of holiday shopper are you? Are a last minute shopper? Are you organized armed with lists? Are you a go with the flow type? And does the mall terrify you? There are several apps that can help you keep on top of your shopping frenzy this holiday season! Manage your lists with mGifts (99 … [Read more...]
Steamy & Sizzling Gift Ideas for the Holidays!
So, what do you get for that special someone on your "nice-but-sometimes-naughty" list? Here are a few suggestions that will definitely keep that sparkle in your eyes! Yes, I'm going THERE. We-Vibe 4 ($159.99) - Intimate times can be taken up a notch with this popular line of vibrators for … [Read more...]
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