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What to give that special person for Valentine’s Day this February? Why not an orchid? Moth orchids (phalaenopsis hybrids) are easy to grow, and their beautiful pendulous stalks covered in a dozen or so wide, moth-like flowers are a common sight today. They are of course not the only orchid variety, and given that there

With all due respect to my fiancé, two years ago I found out I was just eight months away from meeting the real love of my life. On February 15th, 2014 we celebrated Valentine’s Day with the wonderful news that I was pregnant with our now-15-month-old daughter Tessa. We were thrilled (and scared!), and when

New Year; New You; over and over again I’ve read those words or the idea behind them in the preceding pages. Of course January marks the new year, and with that comes a time of reflection for the past and resolution for the future. In this issue we’ve offered suggestions for revamping everything from your

– by Shauna Dorko – Now that the holidays are behind us, that last long stretch of winter looms ahead, presenting weather challenges that especially for seniors can result in discomfort and physical harm. Freezing rain, sleet and black or clear ice can turn the ground into an unintentional skating rink, challenging for all of

– by Doreen Marion Gee – This is part of a rotating series of articles on members of Sidney Meet Up, featuring people in business on the Saanich Peninsula. Untreated hearing loss is associated with stress, fatigue, depression, isolation and unsafe situations due to reduced alertness (www.sonici.com). The importance of hearing well in our modern

– by Gillian Crowley – Pet owners know their best friends repay their food and shelter with unconditional affection that lightens winter’s dark days. Medical research has shown that interacting with a pet can slow heartbeat, reduce blood pressure and improve one’s mood. Not everyone who would like to enjoy a pet, though, is in

It’s no secret that the team at The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa likes to throw a party, and in the New Year they are at it again! Giving back to the community in a meaningful way is the reason for the January event each year; on January 23rd, 2016 it will be to support the

For the fourth consecutive year, Sidney is hosting Sidney Family Days – a LEGO Brick Festival February 6th, 7th and 8th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day throughout downtown Sidney. Sidney will have activities on all three days of the Family Day weekend and restaurants and businesses will be open to welcome families

– by Gillian Crowley – Is there something happening in the Peninsula or Gulf Islands Art Scene we should know about? Email gillian@seasidemagazine.ca. The holidays are over and we still have a myriad of arts and music events in store on the Peninsula. Crikey Mor Brighten your spirits with this Victoria group that delivers a