Top Stress Reduction Techniques for a Balanced Life

Life often feels like a delicate dance between chaos and calm. Sometimes, the music speeds up, and we find ourselves rushing, breathless, overwhelmed. Other times, it slows down, inviting us to pause, breathe, and reconnect with ourselves. Finding balance in this rhythm is essential for our well-being. Over the years, I have discovered gentle ways…

Global Movement led by Ami Dar, Founder of Idealist

Last week I joined a movement … a global movement initiated by Ami Dar at Idealist.org. It’s all about positivity, kindness, inclusion, understanding and connection. I recently participated in a global Zoom meeting and learned that over 8000 people have already jumped on board in about 142 countries around the world! That’s a powerful group,…

Effective Ways to Relieve Stress Naturally

Stress can feel like a heavy cloud hanging over us, dimming the light of our daily joys. I’ve often found myself caught in its grip, searching for ways to gently ease the tension without turning to quick fixes or harsh solutions. Over time, I’ve discovered that nature offers us a beautiful, nurturing path to relief….

Easy DIY Fabric Face Masks You Can Sew

Hello! I can’t believe it’s May already! Hope you’re staying safe and staying well. My family are considered essential workers and had a tough time finding masks to purchase so I figured I could sew some face masks for them. After making one for each of them, there was a call for volunteers in Toronto…

Stay Healthy, Stay Safe!

Hey everyone! Just a quick update. These are uncertain times and I hope you’re doing okay. I think most people are being brave and helping others. I’m currently practicing social distancing and working from home. I hope you’re able to do so as well! If you’re working in the front lines and are unable to…

An Evening at the Terra Lumina

Have you ever wondered what travelling into the future would be like? At Toronto Zoo’s light show called Terra Lumina, you can. According to Toronto Zoo’s website: On twilight winter evenings at the Toronto Zoo, step through a portal of light into 2099, a time when the world glows with possibility. Humans have learned to…

JAYU Human Rights Film Festival: Opening Night on December 6th, 2019

It’s that time of year ladies and gentlemen! No, I’m not talking about the holidays – though, I’m SUPER DUPER EXCITED for it! I’m talking about JAYU’s annual Human Rights Film Festival. Going into it’s 8th year now, it’s all happening beginning this week. From December 6-10, 2019 the 8th annual Human Rights Film Festival…

The Best Blueberry Muffin Recipe!

I recently started to experiment in the kitchen and y’all know how much I love to bake! One of my favourite baked goods is muffins – I love all kinds of muffins, sorry waist-line! But I have never baked them before and figured, why the heck not?! So to start my baking adventure, I thought…

Exploring Calgary: Part 3

On our last leg of the Calgary trip, we went to the iconic Calgary Tower and it was really amazing. I especially enjoyed the 360° view of the city, Rocky Mountains, foothills and prairies. According to their website: “Originally named the Husky Tower, the Calgary Tower was constructed as a joint venture between Marathon Realty…