By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Pexels) Teaching your kids cooking and baking isn’t just about recipes and ingredients. It’s crucial to incorporate safety lessons into this fun and educational process. This guide from Candid Life Journeys is tailored to help you, the parent, ensure your kitchen becomes a safe and enjoyable learning environment for…
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Essential Family Boardgaming
During COVID we were pressed to find ways to entertain our then 8-year-old during the long winter days, and I had generally resorted to coming up with a list of possible things that we could do in the house. This included things like cooking, drawing a comic book, or even doing chores (yes I was…
Thriving as a Single Parent: Strategies for Balancing Life’s Demands
By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Freepik) While raising children can be one of the most rewarding roles in life, it can also be one of the most demanding – especially if you’re a single parent! Balancing the many obligations of work, home, and raising children can feel overwhelming at times. However, these key strategies…
Independent Cafe Gems in Mississauga
The west end of Toronto is not known for its character, personality, or uniqueness. Mississauga has become a byword for plain, boring, suburban, devoid of any unique character. Especially when it comes to coffee shops the amount of locations for each of Starbucks and Tim Hortons is endless. Independent cafés are hidden gems here, but…
Explore More for Less: A Guide to Planning a Budget-Friendly Weekend Escape
By Elmer George, Contributor (Image courtesy of Freepik) Planning a weekend trip doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. With some practical tips and a bit of preparation, you can enjoy a refreshing break without straining your budget. Discover how easy it can be to organize a getaway that’s both enjoyable and affordable, making the most…
Vermicelli Dessert
A lesser-known Middle Eastern dessert is this easy-to-make Halaawat Sha’ariya which translates to vermicelli sweet dessert. Definitely satisfies the sweet tooth, and it is a much better-tasting simple dessert than it sounds. Has an interesting texture and is quite versatile (as in you can make your variations and additions – see below under Tips for…
Copyrighting 101
Why is copyrighting so important? It protects your creation and ensures that it is your own. You can choose to develop it as much as possible but the more you detail it out for a copyright the better it is saved; it has to be a tangible product. Copyright makes sure you have full use…
Zaarda O Haleeb – Iraqi Rice Pudding
One of my all-time favourite Middle Eastern desserts is this exotic variation on rice pudding. Influenced heavily, if not originating entirely from Iran, this dessert is very common in Iraqi households and is considered a special treat for special events. A two-layered rice pudding with subtle flavours that are fresh and cold and perfectly sweet. …
My little goodbye to the art of stamp and coin collecting
I want to make my thoughts known about stamp and coin collections, both of which are near and dear to me. Stamp collection or philately and collecting coins are dying hobbies. I inherited my stamp collection from my older brother and saw them as “big boy” treasures to be appreciated and admired every so often. …
Road Warrior Wellness: Top 6 Health Tips for the Frequent Business Traveler
By Andre Griffin, Contributor (Image courtesy of Freepik) Traveling for work bridges continents and cultures, yet amidst the allure of new cities and business ventures lies the often-overlooked challenge of maintaining one’s health. The hustle of airports, the allure of dining out, and the unpredictability of new environments pose unique health challenges. Here are the top…
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