Stories

by Deborah Rogers -  I love cooking, I hate cooking – that just about sums it up! I love it when it's on my terms, when I have time, ingredients and an enthusiastic audience. I hate cooking when it's the every-single-day, slam together something quick before we all get too hangry to enjoy it, uninspired, [...]

by Sue Hodgson -  I was thinking about the line between work and leisure after some particularly busy weeks recently. In the dictionary, recreation is defined as "refreshment of strength and spirits after work, by some form of play, amusement or relaxation." Note the phrase "after work," which I assume means the kind of work

by Carol Davis, Kiddin Around -  As the long lazy days of summer begin to shorten and the weather begins to change, the much-anticipated Back to School season begins. Sustainability is in and on trend for fall 2023! Upcycled and eco-friendly fabrics like bamboo, wool and organic cottons are great choices. These materials are easy

by Tabatha Golat -  Did you know that crying for extended periods of time can actually release oxytocin and endogenous opioids, commonly known as endorphins? It's a cathartic experience that I fully embraced while immersing myself in this month's film recommendation A Good Person. Let me warn you, I cried so much throughout this film

by Sherrin Griffin VP, Operations, Sidney SeniorCare -  With escalating climate change and recent news reporting that Canada's temperature is increasing twice as fast as the global average, Canadians are feeling the heat more than ever before. It seems that every summer gets hotter and dryer – a bit disconcerting for all, but especially for

by Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre -  Summer is a season of warmth, vitality and outdoor activities. It provides a perfect opportunity to re-evaluate our habits and make positive changes that support our well-being. This summer, why not embrace four small lifestyle changes that could have a big impact on your

by Katharina Stocker | photo courtesy NIȽ TU,O Child & Family Services -  For 30+ years, Threshold Housing Society has worked to prevent homelessness for at-risk youth aged 15 to 24. At Threshold, youth find a home where they are accepted for who they are. Currently, Threshold has 25 units throughout the Capital Regional District.