For the past few years I’ve had the pleasure of attending the Contessa Awards, the Canadian beauty industry’s celebration of excellence and achievement. This year however, I knew that COVID-19 would change the way the awards happened, but thankfully the…
Loans are up there with spiders as one of the irrational fears that some people have. They seem so terrifying – you borrow money and are instantly in debt. Plus, think about all the loan horror stories you’ve heard. Almost…
Gifts are fantastic, but recipients will be even more impressed if you wrap them in gorgeous packaging. From stickers and ribbons to bags and labels, these are all ways to make your presents as impactful and memorable as possible. If…
Buying a home is an enormous undertaking for anyone, and it can be overwhelming the first time around. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to not walk into it blind. Doing your research and being…
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way that we travel. Many of us still don’t feel safe with traveling by air, and many destinations are closed to visitors. While I miss distant traveling so much, getting away a little closer…
This week, The Hold Up revisits Bring It On. Released twenty years ago, the iconic teen comedy became a mainstay on the Tween Sleepover circuit. But does this cheerful (pun intended) film hold up to the standards of 2020? It’’s…
When life leaves you feeling flat, and all you need is a boost of energy, a bit like charging a worn-out car with a flat battery. Don’t despair; you can keep on top of life and steer clear of any…
There was a time when if you had told me that conversing in a Doctor Doolittle manner with animals was possible, I would have replied, nonsense! But I was proven wrong. Within 6 months of being proven wrong I was…