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    Tips for Beating the Winter Blahs #ad

    January 17, 2018 - By 

    This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label.  Beating the Winter Blahs this time of year can take a bit of extra work. After the excitement and buzz of the holiday and New Year’s celebrations, it’s easy to start feeling the blahs. Short days and dreadful cold weather can really zap your energy. Everyone has their own way of uplifting themselves. Here are some things I do: Tips For Beating the Winter Blahs: Don’t forget the importance of nutrition. Staying healthy is so important to staying well. It…

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    Book a Cruise While Onboard – An Advantageous Approach

    January 16, 2018 - By 

    Have you ever wondered whether you should book a cruise while onboard your current cruise? Me too. We’ve done several cruises and I am always amazed by the number of people lining up to book again before leaving the ship. So I thought I would investigate. Does it help you save money? If you’re a frequent cruiser, chances are you’re already planning another cruise anyway. So why not use one of the lesser known tricks of the cruising trade and book a cruise while on your current cruise? Saving money, better selection and rewards – those are a few reasons…

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    Buying Snow Tires – What You Need to Know

    January 15, 2018 - By 

    Buying snow tires is something I have debated and put off for a couple of winter seasons now. Last year I got new all-season tires in the spring and assumed they’d get me through the winter. It wasn’t a super snowy year, but there were a few challenging winter road trips, especially on our annual trip to Vermont. This year with all the snow in the forecast, and the number of ski road trips we take, I knew I needed them so I started shopping months ago. I had so many questions initially. Are they worth the money? What kind…

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    Stomach Cramps – Understand Them to Treat Them Properly #TargetStomachCramps #Buscopan

    January 12, 2018 - By 

    Stomach cramps can be incredibly painful. As a person with chronic GI issues, I can say without hesitation that one of the most painful things a person can experience is GI tract discomfort including a cramping stomach. I honestly don’t love to talk about the stomach cramping I have here, because it can be that brutal. Often I’d rather deal with the pain and then forget about it. But if we don’t talk about the issue and the causes of stomach cramps, then how does anyone know how to treat stomach cramps? Oh yeah, I am talking about that intense,…

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    What to Expect When You’re Turning 50

    January 11, 2018 - By 

    Turning 50 is a huge milestone birthday. These days it seems like a lot of my friends are turning 50, or getting close. I’m not far off from 50 myself, and this year I have started recognizing this means physical changes. Nothing surprised me so much as when my metabolism changed dramatically at 40. So, since I’m interested in what’s going to start happening to me and what I should do, I figure a lot of other soon-to-be-50 ladies will be interested, as well. What to Expect When You’re Expecting the Big 5-Oh As women age, we experience changes in…

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    Top Florida Hotspots Chosen by Canadian Travel Bloggers

    January 9, 2018 - By 

    This week I am in Florida again. Just passing through on our way to a cruise. But I am always thrilled to visit Florida, even when it’s a short stay, or a conference. Florida is a dependable travel destination. And there’s always something new and exciting to discover. This year, I thought I’d ask several of my favourite Canadian travel bloggers what their picks are for Top Florida Hotspots in 2018. As a tourist destination, despite the ups and downs of the Canadian dollar, and the political climate, Florida is still a tourist mecca with much to offer. It’s still…

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    Prettiest Pink Unicorn Valentines Cards Printable

    January 8, 2018 - By 

    Unicorn Valentines Cards are just the thing for your unicorn loving guy or gal. Okay so secretly we know everyone has a tiny bit of curiosity and mysticism left when it comes to unicorns. Did they exist? Are they simply the cutest idea ever? I fell in love with these pretty pink Unicorn Valentines Cards and had to share them with readers. Unicorns Unicorn Valentines Cards These cute and pretty pink Valentine’s cards can be downloaded right here. (see above link). Unicorn foods and treats are also super hot right now in case you didn’t already know that or never spend…

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    Getting a Car is Easy with Canada Drives

    January 3, 2018 - By 

    Getting a car can be challenging for anyone, but if you have less than perfect credit, it can be almost impossible. Until now. Sometimes things happen that negatively impact our credit. Whether it’s foolish decisions when we’re young, or circumstances beyond our control, we live and learn, but our credit sometimes suffers. Sometimes finance companies don’t understand or care about that. Canada Drives does. They make getting a car so much easier for everyone. Getting a Car with a Company That Understands Life Happens Canada Drives is a unique financing company. Founded in 2010, they’ve been helping consumers get access…

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    What’s Your Word of the Year for 2018?

    January 2, 2018 - By 

    What’s your word of the year? Every year for the last 6 years in a row I have chosen a word or phrase to guide my personal and professional attitude for the year. This has often been a really positive proactive experience for me. The year I chose Grow, I grew. The year I chose productivity I was productive. And so on. My word of the year is my philosophy or vision. I was astonished actually when I went back through my files this week and discovered I have been doing this for longer than I thought. In fact, I…

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    Happy New Year January Colouring Page

    January 1, 2018 - By 

    Happy New Year! I sincerely hope that this year is kind to you and that there are many positive things that happen for you and your family. This year has been a tough one for some I know. But the beauty of a new year is that it brings with it a clean slate so to speak. A chance to open the blinds and let all the positivity and light and happiness into your home and your heart. That’s my philosophy anyways.   With that in mind, I wanted to share this cute cheery Happy New Year January Colouring Page…