Archive | August, 2008

Suitable swimsuit – No excuses necessary!

31. August 2008

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Even with summer coming to an end, and swim season winding down, I am pumped about my latest score!  As any woman knows, finding the right bathing suit can be hard.  So hard in fact, that the whole god awful change room scenario is often avoided all together, and practical but “temporary” substitutes are ordered from catalogues or picked up on [...]

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Hooked on HOPE

29. August 2008

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A few years back now, I worked for a time in federal politics, providing advice to cabinet ministers and assisting MP’s with their constituency work.  It was an amazing experience, and one that I won’t soon forget.  I was consumed by the cut and thrust of civic life; the drama of parliament, the lumbering nature of bureaucracy and the incredible, [...]

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Cupcake serendipity

25. August 2008

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While in Calgary last week, I finally made it to Crave Cupcakes! Three summers ago, on my first visit to Calgary since the late 90’s (aack), I was shopping in the very popular Kensington district.  My mate and I happened upon Crave, but much to our disappointment, the super-cute specialty cupcakery was closed for the day.  As I peered through [...]

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Vacation Recap

24. August 2008

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Phew.  It was a busy trip west, with lots of family, fun and summer sun.   ♥ As it turns out, I’m not so much a fan of mountain climbing.  Mountains are beautiful to gawk at in awe, especially those in and around Fairmont, BC, but getting to the top of a relatively small one was a feat of physical [...]

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Headed westward…

13. August 2008

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To Calgary first and then Fairmont, British Columbia.  Visiting, sightseeing and of course shopping!  This combo would do well for an early flight, followed by lunch downtown.   Until soon my friends…   Product information

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Blogging Ottawa 2

12. August 2008

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Here are a few recent anecdotes from blogland Ottawa… Decorate it Darling is presently in the midst of her move.  Pictures of decorating progress in her new pad are posted here, and the place is looking particularly pleasing.  While not exactly available locally (unless shipping costs are easily covered), The Materialist showcases some very cool vintage and one-of a kind furniture.  This is [...]

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