2012 Goal Update: Month 7
Here’s how I fared on my 2012 goals in July! Kulture – Concerts On Canada Day, Rom and I went for a stroll at Fisherman’s Wharf in the hot sun, on a weathered boardwalk over the dune grass. You could
2012 Goal Update: Month 7
Here’s how I fared on my 2012 goals in July! Kulture – Concerts On Canada Day, Rom and I went for a stroll at Fisherman’s Wharf in the hot sun, on a weathered boardwalk over the dune grass. You could
Reading Round-Up # 3
Lots of reading going on here! 4 quick reads this month and 4 with some substance. Here are my reviews. Atomic Ranch: Midcentury Interiors – Michelle Gringeri-Brown & Jim Brown Gorgeous photo book on restored American ranch homes of the 50s
Reading Round-Up # 3
Lots of reading going on here! 4 quick reads this month and 4 with some substance. Here are my reviews. Atomic Ranch: Midcentury Interiors – Michelle Gringeri-Brown & Jim Brown Gorgeous photo book on restored American ranch homes of the 50s
Goodbye, Store Rewards!
It’s the law of diminishing returns: I no longer shop enough to benefit from store rewards! As posted here, I used to earn rewards from Air Miles, Canadian Tire, Chapters, and Shoppers Drug Mart, to name a few. So far
Goodbye, Store Rewards!
It’s the law of diminishing returns: I no longer shop enough to benefit from store rewards! As posted here, I used to earn rewards from Air Miles, Canadian Tire, Chapters, and Shoppers Drug Mart, to name a few. So far
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
6 months and 60 Fewer Pieces of Clothing….
What if you looked into your closet and every piece of clothing you owned fit beautifully, expressed your personality, and made you feel good about yourself? And you had just enough for every likely occasion, but not a bewildering amount
6 months and 60 Fewer Pieces of Clothing….
What if you looked into your closet and every piece of clothing you owned fit beautifully, expressed your personality, and made you feel good about yourself? And you had just enough for every likely occasion, but not a bewildering amount
An Exacting Life 