I’m so lucky to have Kuper in my life. Who is Kuper? He’s roughly 75 years old, with rapidly growing grey hair on his eyebrows, face and chest. He’s covered in thick black hair, with handsome golden brown eyes that would win you over in a staring contest. Instead of walking like a normal four-legged […]
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by Jennifer Bowles – Ah yes, the egg. Fried, scrambled, poached, coddled or hard-boiled, these little gems are true comfort food that have versatility written all over them! An excellent source of protein, and a fairly inexpensive product that delivers stunning richness to any dish, the egg could possibly be one of the world’s most
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by Chris Sigurdson, Peninsula Landscape Supplies – It has been a wet winter and moss is overtaking your lawn. Now is the time to deal with this and devise a regular maintenance program to rid your lawn of this pesky green stuff! Moss thrives in areas of poor drainage, acidic soil conditions, and lack of light.
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by Rosemarie Root, Macdonald Realty Ltd. – First impressions are everything, and it couldn’t be more true than when it comes to selling your home. 63% of home buyers will do a “drive-by” after viewing a home they like online. This is your first opportunity! Staging the outside of your house is a surefire way to
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by Valerie Green – Today we are accustomed to scandals in the news. Not so in early Victoria. Rumours surrounding one young woman during the 1890s were, therefore, thought to be quite shocking. The lady in question was Bertha de Miranda Genn, who led a very unorthodox life. Born in England on June 24, 1868,
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by Lara Gladych – BUSINESS Business Place The Flader Business Centre opened recently at #101 – 9837 Seventh Street in Sidney. They cater to all small business needs, from hot-desking through full office rental to boardroom rental offering full web conferencing facilities. Recently renovated, the centre has been tastefully decorated, allowing users to conduct business
by Gillian Crowley – Peninsula Players Serve Up Fawlty Towers Series 2 The Peninsula Players’ first production of Fawlty Towers was so successful in 2016 that they’re back with three episodes from Series 2. The frenetic antics of Basil Fawlty, owner of the eponymous hotel, will continue to delight audiences whether or not they saw the
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by Dr. Kristen Bovee, Peninsula Naturopathic Clinic – As a women’s health provider, a common health concern that is discussed at some point in care is bone health. Women of all ages, particularly post-menopausal women, need to consider bone health as a reflection of their overall health. If there are signs of osteoporosis or a
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by Jesse Holth – With over 3,500 acres of rugged West Coast wilderness, East Sooke Regional Park boasts 50 kilometres of forest, field and coastal trails. This massive park has three main entrances: Aylard Farm, Anderson Cove, and Pike Road. At the Aylard Farm entrance, you’ll find a picnic area and beach access. Try one
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by Doreen Marion Gee – June 4: World Oceans Day, Beacon Park. The whole family can celebrate the rich abundance of our beautiful oceans. Join the Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea and their special guests outside on the Sidney waterfront. Enjoy displays, exhibitors, entertainment and refreshments. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All ages.
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