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Are We Alternative?
Have you ever stepped outside the mainstream and found a community of like-minded folks who accepted you completely? Now, more than ever, people are embracing their outsider status and are proud to live apart. Not necessarily frowning on others, but
Are We Alternative?
Have you ever stepped outside the mainstream and found a community of like-minded folks who accepted you completely? Now, more than ever, people are embracing their outsider status and are proud to live apart. Not necessarily frowning on others, but
How to Find New Music You Like Online
This post is dedicated to those whose musical journeys were interrupted by life…especially parents! It’s probably not news to you that most people develop their musical tastes in high school and continue to listen to the same music for the
How to Find New Music You Like Online
This post is dedicated to those whose musical journeys were interrupted by life…especially parents! It’s probably not news to you that most people develop their musical tastes in high school and continue to listen to the same music for the
Zero-Based Wardrobe
What if I created a new wardrobe – from scratch? First I will tell you my idiosyncratic clothes habits. I get into my workout gear first thing in the morning, and after exercising, have a shower. After that I like
Zero-Based Wardrobe
What if I created a new wardrobe – from scratch? First I will tell you my idiosyncratic clothes habits. I get into my workout gear first thing in the morning, and after exercising, have a shower. After that I like
A Kitchen Maximalist
How much stuff do you need to outfit your kitchen? I was put to the test last summer when I helped my kid set up an apartment. We made the assumption that both cooking and baking would take place (!)
A Kitchen Maximalist
How much stuff do you need to outfit your kitchen? I was put to the test last summer when I helped my kid set up an apartment. We made the assumption that both cooking and baking would take place (!)
Sly Tips for Buying a Book for a Child
I like buying books as gifts – for any occasion. I’ve even given books of poetry for weddings! I am often complimented on my choice of books for children, given for births, birthdays, grading, and so on. My favourite occasion is giving
Sly Tips for Buying a Book for a Child
I like buying books as gifts – for any occasion. I’ve even given books of poetry for weddings! I am often complimented on my choice of books for children, given for births, birthdays, grading, and so on. My favourite occasion is giving
I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got
AKA, why I don’t hike, swim, boat,or camp in the summer! During the summer, “the good life” is constantly on display. This includes vacation time, reduced hours, travel, a summer cabin, swimming pool, jet ski, and more. I respect my
I Do Not Want What I Haven’t Got
AKA, why I don’t hike, swim, boat,or camp in the summer! During the summer, “the good life” is constantly on display. This includes vacation time, reduced hours, travel, a summer cabin, swimming pool, jet ski, and more. I respect my
2012 Goal Update: Month 6
I set some personal goals for the year (listed here) and I tally my progress monthly. We’re halfway through 2012 so that calls for some Pulling Up of My Bootstraps! I have now been blogging for 6 months – thanks,
2012 Goal Update: Month 6
I set some personal goals for the year (listed here) and I tally my progress monthly. We’re halfway through 2012 so that calls for some Pulling Up of My Bootstraps! I have now been blogging for 6 months – thanks,
Veggie Update # 2
Only two days left of Vegetarian Challenge. And you know what? It doesn’t feel so challenging any more! Since my last update, we’ve continued to eat all vegetarian meals except the scheduled Carnivore Special at my brother’s house. I was
Veggie Update # 2
Only two days left of Vegetarian Challenge. And you know what? It doesn’t feel so challenging any more! Since my last update, we’ve continued to eat all vegetarian meals except the scheduled Carnivore Special at my brother’s house. I was
Grocery Grand Tally, Half Year Report!
As promised, I have put together a report on all of my grocery spending and purchases for the first half of the year. Let’s see what conclusions can be drawn! First of all, for 2 adults, we spent $2813.73 on
Grocery Grand Tally, Half Year Report!
As promised, I have put together a report on all of my grocery spending and purchases for the first half of the year. Let’s see what conclusions can be drawn! First of all, for 2 adults, we spent $2813.73 on
Toronto Weekend in Pictures
This is a peek at our family weekend in Toronto: Visiting and shopping with Link at Kensington (vintage clothes) and Queen St Fashion District (fabrics) – Link is a fashion designer Steampunk Street Fair at Campbell House Many fine meals
Toronto Weekend in Pictures
This is a peek at our family weekend in Toronto: Visiting and shopping with Link at Kensington (vintage clothes) and Queen St Fashion District (fabrics) – Link is a fashion designer Steampunk Street Fair at Campbell House Many fine meals
An Exacting Life 