I wanted to write a blog post about 2018 resolutions and how I have made so many of them, but after starting down that path I quickly realized that there was so much more to making better choices that just one decision. Catherine and I are sitting down at the office eating lunch and we were just discussing how decisions in the busy world we live are contingent on so much more these days. Your mental health is also such an important part, not to mention the ability to follow through on promises you make to yourself. So, with all that being said, let me tell you about a decision I made to start towards a healthier me this year. Continue reading “Making Better Choices”
How To Entertain With Sustainable Seafood
Although the holidays are done and dusted, it doesn’t mean you should stop partying – does it? I’m pretty sure that we could all come up with a plethora of different excuses to keep eating great food, socializing and possibly drinking a glass of wine (or 3). So isn’t it time to host your next gathering? And while you’re at it, why not impress your guests, but also be good to the planet too? It’s a win-win, Captain Planet.
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Top 10 Netflix Shows for Kids and Parents
In my house, we’ve begun a ritual to make sure that the time we spend together, especially on Sundays, is more about cuddles than errands. We are a family that is constantly on the go, and continuously active. It’s really easy to lose sight of family time when you work different classes throughout the day, and sometimes the week’s activities bleed into the weekend.
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Food For Your Gut
We’re in the thick of winter here in Canada, where there’s no locally grown produce in sight. I need to be honest – I miss fresh fruits and veggies. Shopping at the grocery store isn’t the same as heading to the farmers’ market to pick up fresh produce grown in a neighbouring town. If you live in a snowy climate, then you get where I’m coming from. My body craves these nutrients, but they’re more difficult to come by; that’s why I like to supplement with a greens or superfoods powder over the winter. They’re nutritionally dense and support many bodily functions including digestion, immunity and hormones. Plus, they always make my hair and nails healthier and I sleep better too.