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March 8, 2021June 20, 2024Everyday life

International Women’s Day – Choose to Challenge

It’s International Women’s Day – a day to celebrate the achievement of women and take action for equality. Over 100 years after the first International Women’s Day, how are we really doing when it comes to equality for women?

The theme for this year’s International Women’s Day is Choose to Challenge. In this post, I’ve got some sobering statistics on the status of women in Canada and around the world. I hope after reading, you’ll realize we all need to Choose to Challenge every day. The future of our daughters depends on it.

February 22, 2021February 2, 2024Everyday life

5 ways to get a head start on spring gardening

Despite Wiarton Willie’s Groundhog Day prediction of an early spring, it’s unlikely we’ll see any real spring weather for at least a couple of months here in Ontario. That doesn’t mean we can’t get a head start on spring gardening.

If, like me, you’re anxious to shake the winter doldrums and look ahead to green grass and warmer days, here are 5 things you can do now to get ready for spring.

January 1, 2021August 26, 2023Everyday life

Farewell 2020 – A look back on the year that wasn’t

Welcome to 2021. Happy New Year! 2020 was definitely a bizarre and challenging year that many of us will be happy to see the back of. Before we jump headlong into 2021, let’s say “farewell 2020” with a look back on the year that was – or maybe the year that wasn’t is a better way of looking at it.

August 5, 2020June 4, 2023Everyday life Food & drink

12 things I love about tea

Put the kettle on love! Growing up in England, I often heard that expression in our house. But I didn’t appreciate the true value of that cuppa until I was an adult. There are many things I love about tea, including surprising health benefits. For today, I’ll stick to sharing my top 12 list.

August 3, 2020June 3, 2023Everyday life

7 essential elements of a well-rounded life

When you’re at a social gathering and you meet someone new, the first question they will usually ask is “What do you do?” Today’s post considers why who you are is more important than what you do for a living. Read on to learn the dangers of letting our jobs define us and 7 essential elements of a well-rounded life. Plus, some ideas on conversation starters you can try at your next party or gathering.

July 7, 2019November 21, 2023Eco Friendly Living Everyday life

Welcome to Boomer Eco Crusader

You’re probably here because, like me, you’re looking for ways to live a greener, more environmentally friendly life. Whether you’re looking to reduce exposure to chemicals, eliminate waste, or just live a simpler life, I hope you’ll find something of interest.

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