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Seaside Homes – Urban/Rural Living: The Best of Both!

November 24, 2022

by Janice Henshaw | photos by Jody Beck Photography - Living in a country setting, yet within 10 minutes of bustling Sidney, the airport and the ferries has to be one of the best combos going. A recently built 4,700-square-foot ranch-style home in North Saanich has exactly that, along with a big open sky view [...]

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Last Word from the Editorial Director

November 24, 2022

by Deborah Rogers - I wasn't really feeling ready for the Holidays and contemplating the end of the year – I still have so much to do! But by the time I'd read through every page of this huge December issue, I have to say I'd changed my tune. I really hope it's the same

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First Word from the Publisher

October 27, 2022

by Sue Hodgson - History isn't about the past, it's about the future. Only by looking back with pride or shame, with a sense of triumph, or a resolution not to repeat mistakes, do we use the lessons of the past to craft our future. That's why even in 2022, when it's still unlikely we'll

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Meet Your Neighbours – Peter Chance: Extraordinary at Every Age!

October 27, 2022

by Anne Miller | photos by Janis Jean Photography - While we'd never met, upon approaching the window of his apartment building, his warm smile met mine. Centenarian Peter Chance was waiting for me to do our interview and escorted me to his living room where he immediately presented me with a signed copy of

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On Design – Three Ways to Warm Up Your Décor for Fall & Winter

October 27, 2022

by Jennifer Etherington, Avenue B Home Decor | photos by Janis Jean Photography - Fall is in the air … bring the outside in by decorating your home with natural elements like wood, jute, leather, and rattan baskets. Decorate your coffee table with fall foliage found right outside your front door! Use a large branch

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Mashed Veggies 3 Ways

October 27, 2022

by Joan Saunders | photo by Janis Jean Photography - While it’s expected that mashed potatoes will appear for autumn meals, you can also explore the unexpected and showcase fabulous fall root vegetables through a tempting variety of side dishes. Not only are the colours amazing, but the flavours also run the gamut from sweet

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Little Adventures – Memories from the Road

October 27, 2022

by Cassidy Nunn | photo by Nunn Other Photography - "We're at the terminal ferry!" my two-and-a-half-year-old excitedly announced from her car seat as we pulled into the terminal at Swartz Bay. I caught her eye in the rear-view mirror as she kicked her feet with great enthusiasm and looked out the window, searching for

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Off the Vine – November North Island Wine and Beer Staycations

October 27, 2022

by Tilar J. Mazzeo - It's been a balmy October here on southern Vancouver Island, but it's only a matter of time before the rains come and the days get darker. It was a late grape harvest on the Peninsula – the result of a wet spring that delayed the start of the growing season

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Weatherwit – Keep Me in Stitches

October 27, 2022

by Steve Sakiyama - I had surgery recently. My health professionals took great care of me but I'm glad it's over since all things medical confuse me. For example, "General Anesthesia" reminds me of a great Greek military leader or the father of the Russian Grand Duchess Anesthesia. And isn't the "Thorax" a character in

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In Fashion – Enhancing Your Natural Beauty

October 27, 2022

by Saskia Reym, Beauty Specialist | La Boutique - With a multitude of eyelash and eyebrow trends out there, it can feel like endless options spoil us. However, I believe all these options allow you to find the beauty treatment that complements you and your lifestyle best! For example, if you love an au naturel

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