Monthly Archives: July 2010

Parenting My Way

Today, every time I pick up a magazine or newspaper and it’s no different online, we are bombarded with information about “helicopter parents”, “idle parents”, “intensive parents”, and “parents who spoil”. Twenty years ago we didn’t have these fancy names … Continue reading

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Marketing Tail Wags: The Keys to My Success

You can never have enough exposure for your product.  It’s so true!  When I started my business, most of my time was spent creating new designs but today I spend 50% or more of my time on marketing.  I credit … Continue reading

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My Happy Place

I miss my “happy place” … it’s been 3 years since I spent my summer in the Bahamas. I’ve been going there every year since 1979 and I’ve fallen in love with the ocean, long stretches of white beaches, the … Continue reading

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I Love You

“You never know how long you have with someone, so don’t forget to say I love you while you can.” Author: Michael Jackson My dad was killed in a car accident in 1988. Losing a parent in life is always … Continue reading

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My 84-year-old Dog

Kelev, my almost 12-year-old (84 human years!) Chocolate Labrador retriever, really struggled on our walk today. I had to bribe her with treats to encourage her to make an effort. My husband and I have always believed that “motion is … Continue reading

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Friends For Life Bike Rally

Last night, I had the pleasure of attending a social gathering of one of the bike teams who will be riding 660 km from Toronto to Montreal starting Sunday, July 25th. This group of friends has been training and preparing … Continue reading

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Let’s Keep Our Kids Safe

Kids should take advantage of the summer months to be active. Riding tricycles and bikes is as much a part of summer as ice cream and running through the sprinkler. It’s our responsibility as parents to protect our children from … Continue reading

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I’m an Optimist!

I’m a true optimist! Despite all the stuff going on in my life and the struggles I’ve endured, I’ve always been confident that things will work out in the end. Sometimes friends ask how I keep going and, at times, … Continue reading

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I’m obsessed about my dogs and I know it!

I’m not ashamed to omit I’m obsessed about my dogs! They go with me everywhere including to the manicurist, sit by my feet while I’m working, and sleep at the end of my bed. They are usually the first to … Continue reading

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It’s Time To Change Our Shopping Habits

Of course items made in North America are more expensive. But are they worth the extra cost? I think so and here’s why: Cheaper goods made in China, Taiwan, India etc are literally made on the backs of women in … Continue reading

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