Compliments of the blanket of smoke that has consumed our community, I have spent more time inside in the past few days than I have in the past few weeks combined. For me, what would normally be pleasant, carefree summer hours spent with my family outside in the mountains soaking up all the wonderfulness this … Continue reading An air of gratitude, albeit a smokey one
Across the street from Lil'wat Gas and Snacks stands an unassuming little structure with a lemon painted on the front and a sign on the top which reads bannock. If you've not yet been introduced to this gem of a place, allow me to officially introduce you to Sweet Girl's lemonade. The operation is run … Continue reading Summer’s here … and bannock begging season begins
Several times a year, my family and I put canned and packaged goods together to donate to the local Food Bank efforts. We do our best to put some thought into what we donate - foods that are healthy, filling, and that someone might not normally buy on their own, yet may appreciate. It's really kind … Continue reading Thinking outside the box: bringing life to a Food Bank contribution
Earlier this winter, I read a facebook post by my neighbour, Janet Oucherterlony, and it stuck in my mind for several days. When we ran into each other at the Wellness Gathering, knowing that she's been digging deep into her own personal wellness journey, I asked if she'd be willing to share her thoughts as … Continue reading Parenting. An ongoing opportunity to Lead by example.
Janet Ouchterlony recommends The Alchemist. Part adventure. Part truth. All heart. This is my perspective of this simple yet soulful novel. Written by Brazilian novelist Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist is now an international best seller, but like most significant accolades, this did not come easily nor did it happen over night. This significance was earned … Continue reading #WellnessRead2015: The Alchemist
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