I met Elena Semikina, probably a couple years ago at one of the swanky parties during the Toronto International Film Festival. She's tall, blond and everything you would expect physically from someone who was crowned Miss Universe Canada.You couldn't hate her if you tried. Her perfect teeth, skin … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Perspectives From Around The World In MILK
As mothers, we all try our best to make the right choices for our babies. But with so much information circulating on what makes one a good mother, it's no surprise that a lot of us are confused and often overwhelmed. This is especially true when the topic of feeding your baby comes up. Breast is … [Read more...]
Dear Summer…
Dear Summer, Where has the time gone? I'm not sure what kind of summer you gave us with the weather (again). Although, I'm secretly happy it wasn't an overall humid sweltering one! There was a little too much rain for our liking but, you gave us plenty of days to catch up on some reading and … [Read more...]
Enter To Win 1 Of 10 Copies Of “The Diet Fix”
THIS CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED. THANK YOU FOR ENTERING! We all want to keep our families as healthy as they can be, that's a no-brainer! But the best way to achieve that isn't always as easy to figure out. What we eat can usually be pinpointed as a place where our health either benefits or suffers. … [Read more...]
HotDocs14: Must See Documentaries
One of my biggest life lessons is understanding that everyone in this world has a story to tell. To this day, my father continues to teach me this. From when I was a child he would tell me stories of people. Everyday people. He taught me that everyone has a voice and is worth listening to. Each year … [Read more...]
Is It REAL or FAKE? Museum Diaries Doc Series Reveals The Stories
When you visit a museum it's truly a treasure trove of artifacts and filled with incredible stories! Each piece has a history but do you ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes? It's not just about the ancient priceless Egyptian tombs or massive dinosaur bones or the Emperors clothes. The … [Read more...]
The Motherload Is Not Just A Mommy Issue
Remember the article in the Atlantic "Why Women Still Can't Have It All" -- it caused a tidal wave of discussion. Has society has stalled on the ideals of motherhood? We're suppose to be there for work and our families. We're suppose to find time for ourselves and have the support around us. I … [Read more...]
OUR MAN IN TEHRAN: Interview with Film Director Drew Taylor
Ken Taylor's name may sound familiar to you. Taylor (shown in the photo above) was the former ambassador to Iran, who was the centre of the narrative in Ben Affleck's Hollywood blockbuster film ARGO - a true story about how he personally sheltered six American diplomats during the 1979 hostage … [Read more...]
Is Venice a Dream?
"Oh, Sonya, you've got to go to Venice," says my mother-in-law. "It's so beautiful and you'll be so inspired for your art. The people are warm and friendly. You must go one day." Venice is somewhere that hasn't really been on the top of my list. I've been disappointed in major tourist … [Read more...]
HotDocs Interview: Kelly O’Brien, SOFTENING
Kelly O'Brien's second pregnancy was uneventful. When her son, Teddy, was born she was told by the doctor that her baby had contracted a virus in-utero. Without any symptoms or signs during pregnancy O'Brien and her family had to face a shocking reality that her son has "extensive … [Read more...]