Sunday mornings I usually grab a coffee and take time to catch up on stories I may not have time to read through the week. I thought I would share some that caught my eye this week, that you might enjoy with your Sunday Morning Coffee as well. Want to be happier? Hire a housekeeper, …
Getting Pampered at Origins of Beauty Spa and Salon
When I received an email inviting me to visit Origins of Beauty Spa and Salon and “indulge in a few services”, it only took me a few minutes to look at my pitiful feet and say…”Yes please!” In truth, I don’t spend a lot of time at spa’s and salons. In fact I joke that …
Grow with Me and Wile’s Lake Farm Market- Pruning Tomato Plants
After growing tomato plants from seed, or picking up transplants, getting them in the garden, watching them grow and flourish, can all feel really exciting and hopeful. Once they start growing they may start getting a bit out of control and you might start wondering if it’s time to be think about pruning. There are …
Updating a Yard Sale find with Fat Paint
Oh my…I love a good yard sale. I haven’t been to very many this year, but stopped recently at one knowing we have a little project that is going to require some furniture. With a small amount of cash, and anticipation with what might be out there, I headed out. Who knows there may be …
Sunday Morning Coffee
Sunday mornings I usually grab a cup of coffee and take time to catch up on stories I may not have time to read through the week. I thought I would share some that caught my eye this week, that you might enjoy with your Sunday Morning Coffee. Some Halifax restaurants giving up plastic straws, …
Fresh Cuts Friday with Fresh Cuts Market- July 21
What a week! The sun is shining, the beach is calling and the evenings just beg for you to sit outside sipping on something cool. Summer in Nova Scotia can be glorious and we are deep into the summer season right now. I love it! Wait…what’s that? Oh, it’s just the kids/spouse/partner…asking what’s for supper….AGAIN! …
Grow with Me and Wile’s Lake Farm Market- Watering Your Garden
It’s mid-summer and we’ve had some beautiful days. Many with the sun beating down on us and our gardens. It may look like your garden, hanging baskets and pots need some attention. Do you know how to properly water your garden? There are some tips and tricks when it comes to watering your garden to …
Sunday Morning Coffee
Sunday mornings I usually grab a cup of coffee and take time to catch up on stories I may not have time to read through the week. I thought I would share some that caught my eye this week, you might enjoy them with your Sunday Morning Coffee as well. Relaxed performances break down barriers …
Gow’s Home Hardware Recognizes Giving Back- July 2017
The South Shore is known for their volunteer spirit. In communities all across this area there are hundreds of people giving back in some way each and every week and making a difference in people’s lives. They are fire-fighting, teaching, entertaining, raising money, driving, cooking, serving and more. Volunteerism is a vital part to building …
Haskap Jam-Haskap Strawberry Freezer Jam
Nothing says summer to me like jars of jam cooling on the counter. Then after they are set, enjoying that jam on a warm biscuit, toast, or in a classic PB&J sandwich. I love-making jam and my daughter mentioned the other day that she doesn’t remember ever eating jam from a store. The family favorite …