Only 4 more sleeps until the official arrival of summer! Definitely something to celebrate, even though 2021 will be another summer of staying close to home. Looking on the bright side, this gives us a chance to explore some spots in our own area. With that in mind, I’ve made a list of Waterloo Region trails I’d like to explore over the summer months.
The Magic and Wonder of Disney vacations
Those who know me well will tell you that I love everything to do with Disney. There is something so magical and enduring about the characters that Walt Disney created all those years ago. For me, watching a Disney movie is an escape from everyday life. And, when it’s time for a real escape, there’s nothing like a Disney vacation!
Decorating the tree with treasured travel memories
One of the best parts of decorating the Christmas tree is rediscovering all the Christmas ornaments that have been hidden away all year.
I always admire the trees I see in designer home magazines. You know the ones I’m talking about. Those perfect trees where everything is colour coordinated and matching. Well, our Christmas tree doesn’t look anything like that. Instead, it’s a collection of mismatched ornaments. But I wouldn’t trade it for anything because each one brings back precious memories.
Eco-Friendly Blog Takeover – Week Two
Welcome to the second edition of my Eco-Friendly Blog Takeover. If you missed Week One, it featured submissions from three bloggers who shared their thoughts and tips on waste reduction and eco-friendly living.
This week, four more great writers share their tips. Please take some time to explore their work to see what they’ve got to offer.
It’s time to say no to travel toiletries
June’s goal in our Year of monthly waste reduction goals challenge is to eliminate travel toiletries. As post-pandemic travel continues to ramp up, it’s a good time to develop some new habits. With a little planning, you can easily pack everything you need, and avoid sending tiny plastic bottles of shampoo, body wash and conditioner to landfill.
May goal – say no to disposable plastic cutlery
The May goal in our Year of monthly waste reduction goals is to eliminate disposable plastic cutlery. Unlike other single-use plastic, most municipal recycling programs don’t accept plastic cutlery, meaning it goes straight from your plate to the landfill. But, there are alternatives!
5 favourite places on Earth – Happy Earth Day
In honour of Earth Day’s 50th birthday, today I am sharing pictures of five of my favourite places on Earth. I chose these places because of their breathtaking natural beauty. Enjoy.