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Blind Trust

by Tom Dai, The Farmer's Daughter -  It was a cruel trick to play, I suppose. It was an hour before the restaurant was set to open, and two hours before the dinner rush. There was a great commotion at the bar that soon fell into an excited hush as I watched them eagerly swirl [...]

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Seaside Homes – Broadmead Perfection Inside and Out

by Janice Henshaw | photos by Janis Jean Photography -  White-on-white homes can be cold, sterile and lacking character, but with creative design skills, they can become warm and inviting. This newly-renovated 5,500-square-foot home in Broadmead is stunning – the result of a great friendship and inspiring collaboration between the homeowners and their interior designer.

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The Natural Path

by Dr. Marita Schauch, ND, Tall Tree Integrated Health Centre -  Ahhh Summer – sunshine, barbecues, events galore, vacation mode. Self-care is a balancing act no matter what time of year, but it can feel especially hard to keep up in the hustle and bustle and break from routine that comes with this season. If

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Open Shelf Styling Three Ways

by Tracey Jones,  Remarkable Interiors -  By using a simple styling recipe you can easily create (and change up!) the look of your open shelves in any room. These kitchen shelves all have a simple recipe. INGREDIENTS • books • a framed art piece • greenery and / or floral • both high and low

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In Fashion – A Breath of Fresh Air in Fashion: How the Industry has Bounced Back and What to Expect for the Season to Come

by Devon Bird, Moden Boutique & Moden Essentials -  This Summer has approached with the speed and vigour of a snail moving through molasses, yet celebrations, special occasions and connecting with friends and family has commenced undeterred. Shoppers are eagerly searching for the perfect piece to wear to their events that communicates just the right

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Arts Scene – Bringing Creativity Into Focus: Matt Shannon Photography

by Jo Barnes | photo courtesy Matt Shannon Photography -  Some artists express what they see with a paintbrush; others create images with their pen. But Sidney nature and landscape photographer, Matt Shannon, uses a camera lens to convey his artistic vision. And while authors or painters might have to do some preparation beforehand, for

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NIȽ TU,O (from the very beginning) – NIȽ TU,O’s Gardens: Native Plants Supporting Culture & Ecosystem

by Laurel Anne Stark | photos courtesy NIȽ TU,O Child & Family Services -  The garden beds that surround NIȽ TU,O's buildings aren't just beautiful: they're brimming with native plants integral to Coast Salish culture and ecosystem. NIȽ TU,O's commitment to furthering Coast Salish culture and worldview in all areas of operations guided the garden's

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