Ask any woman and she will tell you that Queen Esther’s year of beauty treatments would have cost a King’s Ransom. Like people in Esther’s day, men and women still spend a small fortune on beauty products and treatments today. While it’s true that beauty is only skin deep, studies have shown that if a person looks good, they feel better, leading to a more fulfilling life. But … [Read more...] about Looking your best on a budget
Love food hate waste
It’s sad but true. Canadians are among the worst in the developed world when it comes to food waste. Canadian households are responsible for an astonishing 63 percent of total food wasted. All types of food are wasted but in Canada the most prominently wasted food by weight are, vegetables 30 percent, fruit 15 percent, dairy and eggs 7 percent, and bread and bakery goods 9 … [Read more...] about Love food hate waste
A tale of two passports
After a terrific vacation in Atlantic Canada, I carefully placed my pink and white folder containing travel receipts, special mementos, and our now lost passports into the airplane seat back in front of me. I made a mental note to remember to take the folder when we touched down. I guess I should have made a real note because it wasn’t until we were halfway home did I realize … [Read more...] about A tale of two passports
Maintain good foot health
To maintain good overall health doctors recommend walking at least 10,000 steps a day. In addition, numerous studies declare this is a great way to keep off excess pounds, make our bodies more flexible, and improve mental acuity. But how can you walk that 10,000 steps a day if your feet hurt? That’s why it’s important to maintain good foot health. There are many ways to … [Read more...] about Maintain good foot health
Seniors at the mercy of scammers
The phone call came around midday. “Grandma, grandma, I need your help! I’ve been in an accident!” Grace Smith* was alarmed and asked. “Jenna, is that you? “Yes, I was in an accident, and I need your help!” the caller explained. Grace knew that Jenna had a close relationship with her father, so she asked, “Did you call your dad?” “No grandma, only you can help me, they don’t … [Read more...] about Seniors at the mercy of scammers