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January 7, 2024

Easter Sunday recipes to surprise your guests

Frame made of flatbread matza, wine, Torah, kippah and alstroemeria flowers on color background

For many of us, Easter signifies the start of Spring and the renewal of outdoor life. It also marks the beginning of fresh and delicious produce. Whether you’re hosting Easter this year or just planning to bring a dish to…

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December 30, 2023

Amateur gardening – Best vegetables to grow in Spring

Carrots, onions and beets growing in a garden

I have been cultivating a garden on and off for the past 18 years. I absolutely adore the idea of having fresh produce that I’ve personally grown. In an ideal world, I would have a large greenhouse to grow tons…

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December 23, 2023

How to plan what to do in Seattle for a weekend

Landscape of Seattle, Washington, USA at dusk

I enjoy visiting large cities and sometimes wish I had the chance to live in one when I was younger. Though I don’t think I could do it now, I take pleasure in pretending for a few days during a…

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December 16, 2023

Best Spring books to advance your personal growth

A stack of books and a green plant

Life is a journey that consists of a series of moments where we have to choose our own adventure. Just when you think you have seen it all, life surprises you with something new. That’s why I believe in the…

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December 10, 2023

A healthier you – How to swap ultra-processed food

Several healthy food items: unsweetened apple sauce, pumpkin butter, healthy condiments, better granola bars and healthy oils.

Did you know that the average adult’s diet includes about 60% of ultra-processed food daily? This number goes up to 70% for children. It’s easy to understand when you observe what is available at the supermarket. The shelves are filled…

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December 2, 2023

Intermittent fasting results – My story

A graph showing positive intermittent fasting results.

I first learned about intermittent fasting in 2018, and since then, I have fully embraced it as a lifestyle choice. I did take a short break from it in 2021, but I have since returned to it and have continued…

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November 25, 2023

Wonderful family-friendly Florida Spring Break

3 images of Florida photos: Hogwarts Castle and Venice Beach Florida

Family vacations are always a great idea. Our family absolutely loves going on trips and experiencing new things together. However, it can be a bit challenging to find activities that everyone will enjoy. Therefore, we always make sure to plan…

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November 22, 2023

Dry January tips – a new relationship with alcohol

Woman hand rejecting more alcohol from wine bottle in bar

Dry January has become increasingly popular in recent years. With easy access to everything we need or want, many of us live in abundance. Therefore, thousands of people choose to make a conscious decision to reset in January by abstaining…

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November 18, 2023

A Valentine’s menu to wow your love one

Beef short ribs, mashed potatoes, and carrots for Valentine's menu

In this article, I will share a perfect Valentine’s Day menu that you can create at home to have the most romantic “night in”. But before we dive into it, I need to come clean. I don’t love Valentine’s Day….

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November 5, 2023

New Year’s Word ideas to help support your goals

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In this article, we will be presenting 100 New Year’s word ideas to help you pick the perfect one. The trend of choosing a word for the year has grown tremendously over the last decade and has become increasingly popular….

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October 28, 2023

10 mocktail easy recipes for the holidays

Four images of mocktail easy recipes for the Holidays

Whether you are looking to go alcohol-free for a period of time, forever, or simply looking to reduce your alcohol consumption, I bet you will love these mocktail easy recipes. We have options for fall, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the New…

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October 28, 2023

How to spend a weekend in Toronto

Beautiful skyline of Toronto, Canada

Toronto is a beautiful large city with so much diversity. Our family has spent a weekend in Toronto a few times. I finally thought it would be a good idea to share the highlights we have experienced to help you…

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October 20, 2023

10 fascinating holiday reads you will love

Woman lying in a hammock in a garden and enjoying a vacation book reading

A well-written story has the ability to transport readers to another world, even if it’s only in their minds. A great book can be the perfect tool to help us disconnect from work and the daily grind during a vacation….

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October 14, 2023

Extreme decluttering – what to focus on for best results

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Have you ever felt like organizing and decluttering your house is a never-ending task? It seems like you close your eyes briefly and the house is overflowing with things that occupy too much space and cause stress. This article will…

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October 8, 2023

Easy holiday chicken menu to treat your family this year

A lovely spread of food for Christmas dinner, Holiday chicken menu

I absolutely adore Christmas! The decorations are always so beautiful, and it’s the perfect time to spend with loved ones while enjoying some delicious food. Since my family often hosts gatherings, I like to create a festive menu that looks…

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Catherine Baker

Hi,My name is Catherine. I am a French Canadian/Quebec native who's been living in the United States since 2004. I live with my husband, 2 teenagers, and our sweet little Shishon dog.I work full time outside the house (well, inside the house

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