From caped crusaders, to witches and furry creatures, Halloween is right around the corner and (if you haven’t already been planning for months like me) it’s time to get your costumes ready for trick-or-treating! After perusing the racks inside In Character Costumes, Ardene, Winners and Dollarama to get some inspiration for not only myself, but . . . Read More
Author: Carlene Mcdonald
Spooks for everyone!
Maybe I’m a little biased, but October is the best month to go to the movies. The weather is starting to get a little chilly, so heading somewhere indoors where it’s a little warmer is very inviting. Then of course the movie selection is simply the best. From fun family comedies to spooky Halloween horrors, . . . Read More
I <3 Canada!
Oh, Canada! The weeks leading up to Canada Day are so special as there’s such a sense of community and pride in the air that the positive vibes are contagious! Victoria has such an amazing array of events to attend that it is hard to pick where to go. Fabulous brunch date? Fireworks display ? . . . Read More
Pool days ahead
Ahhhh pool parties and beach days… who doesn’t love this hot weather we’re having? Such lovely clear days, warm sun and fantastic surroundings make me feel lucky to live in such a great place like Victoria. Endless beaches and pools to be found along with my friends and family make happy memories. I’ve rounded up some . . . Read More
Two Scoops of Heaven!
I scream you scream we all scream for Ice Cream! It’s that time of year again where the sun begins to warm up, I dust off my flip flops and sunglasses and make my way to wherever there might be some ice cream. I am in love with everything ice cream tbh, I buy it . . . Read More
Travel on Trend
As a mid-30’s millennial, I find myself in a new chapter of life, just like some of you I am certain. But hey, that’s okay, change is good, and we’ll march on to our new stories together! I have officially declared 2018 the year of me and to celebrate, I’m off on some solo and . . . Read More
Shop Green
Our precious planet is a hot topic these days and with April being Earth month, it is even more so! I’m always reminded at this time of year to take stock of how I recycle at home and ask myself what more can I do to reduce my waste? We are lucky here in Victoria . . . Read More
New ‘do for you
The curtains and windows are open, fresh air and sunlight is shining through the house and those beautiful cherry blossoms are everywhere in our gorgeous city. It is time to refresh and renew for the spring! A good spring clean makes me feel organized and ready to face the rest of the year with renewed energy . . . Read More
Pizza to go-go
It’s Wednesday night, and what a week it’s been! Back and forth to soccer practice, just picked up my daughter’s dress from the cleaners, and we can’t forget the not so quick trip to the groomers after Lucy the pug had a run in with a skunk! Time to put my feet up, and what . . . Read More
Good Family Fun…Unplugged!
So when I want to get the whole family to unplug and engage, I call everyone in for family game night. I mean, really, what better way to get my family sitting in one room, with no devices in hand and actually paying attention to one another! Over to the hall closet I go (you . . . Read More