A New Bedroom Rug
On 2024-09-30 by PamAnother beautiful rug…this one is in our bedroom and was made from the leftover fabric from the quilt that I made for our bedroom. This is the second rug that I have made – this one turned out really well. It is difficult to make them turn out flat. This time, I washed the rug
Caramelized Onions
On 2024-09-27 by PamEvery year, I buy a couple of large bags of onions, slice them up, add some balsamic vinegar and a bit of sugar and salt and pepper and create some caramelized onions that I can use all winter on pizza or charcuterie boards (they are great with cheese). This year, I found an EVEN easier
Crochet a Pumpkin
On 2024-09-25 by PamThis cute little pumpkin is easy to make and can be made with any thickness of yarn and any size crochet hook. It is a fun gift that you could add eyes and mouth to change into a jack-o-lantern. I definitely like to keep my hands busy while I am reading and watching TV and
Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies
On 2024-09-23 by PamWelcome to Fall! Pumpkins everywhere! 3 weeks until Thanksgiving! Leaves are changing colour, evening are cooler…sweater weather! This simple recipe makes a great morning breakfast for anyone who is “on the run” or a mid-morning pick up. Today, I had the help of my little friend, Charlotte who loved dumping and mixing and tasting. These
What are you doing on the first day of Autumn?
On 2024-09-21 by PamThis week has been a beautiful week – summer came to an end with soaring temperatures and lots of sunshine. Today was another beautiful day and we sat by the pool and read and swam and then took a beautiful bike ride along the canal. Autumn is VERY much in the air with its purples
An Autumn Project
On 2024-09-19 by PamI have created my own fabric before – it is called crumb quilted. I used it to make a pillow. This Autumn, I am working on a coat. I have currently created all the fabric for the front pieces, the arms and the back by sewing together pieces of fabric from my collection (and a
Nourish Your Well-Being
On 2024-09-17 by PamOver the years (especially in the last 5), I have learned the importance of nourishing your well-being. That doesn’t make you selfish, in fact, I think it has made me more generous and more outward-looking because I take the time I need to be stronger physically, emotionally, spiritually and mentally. Having hobbies and trying new
September Cycling – Week 2
On 2024-09-13 by PamTonight, we did an evening ride on the Hamilton Waterfront Trail with Sebastian. It is a beautiful ride and we finished off at Planted on Locke Street. Planted is gluten free and vegan and they have the best eggplant fish and chips – as well as some amazing donuts – crullers and cherry fritters. Our
Beef and Broccoli
On 2024-09-11 by PamFor a quick meal that is healthy and delicious, throw together this dish in about 20 minutes. 1 lb of steak, cut into thin strips1/2 teaspoon of ground white pepper Season the meat with the white pepper and set it aside. Combine 1/3 cup of soya sauce and 1/3 cup of water and 1 tablespoon
Pumpkin Garland
On 2024-09-09 by PamAutumn is here and with it comes time to bring out some decorations that suit the season, pumpkins, sunflowers, coloured leaves, cornucopia, scarecrows, corn stalks, bales of hay, buckets of mums and so much more. Over the weekend, I created a simple pumpkin garland. We have a double fireplace in our house so we have
Cycling Goals
On 2024-09-07 by PamHow much do you move every day? As someone who is 60 years old, I think about the amount that I move a LOT. I am extremely fortunate to be able to move – cycle, swim, hike, lift weights, do Pilates and yoga, clean my house, garden, mow lawn and even a bit of indoor
Having Fun As a Family Doesn’t Have to Cost a Fortune…
On 2024-09-05 by PamEveryone is back to school, weeks are busy and when the weekend arrives, there is cleaning, laundry and groceries. A lot of kids are involved in activities as well – sometimes it leaves very little time for the simple things in life. Sometimes it is good to take a step back and try something new.
Thank you from TEAM VOTH and the GREAT CYCLE CHALLENGE
On 2024-09-03 by PamCancer is the biggest killer of kids in Canada, 27 children are diagnosed every week. This August, our family took part in the GREAT CYCLE CHALLENGE. Kids should be living life, not fighting it. With the tremendous support we received from our community, we were able to raise $3035 and bike 807 km! We are
August Reading List 2024
On 2024-09-01 by Pam“I have always imagined that Paradise will be a kind of library.” – Jorge Luis Borges In addition to riding over 300 km for The Great Cycle Challenge this August, I read 16 books. I have 4 months to reach my goal of 175 books this year and 60 books left to read. It is NEVER
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