The leaves have been raked, and the patio furniture put away. The days are getting shorter, and yes, the chill in the air is obvious as you dig out that big comfy sweater or an extra blanket. For some, the cool temperatures of late fall and winter are a welcomed relief for better sleep, while others are counting the days for summer’s return. (more…)
Let’s face it, you really know you’re all grown up when you get excited by the superior performance of a new appliance! The truly mature derive pleasure from the “it’s-so-quiet-I-didn’t-know-it-was-working” new dishwasher, or the front load washer that has more cycles than Lance Armstrong, or the sumptuous meals you regal guests with from your new convection, self-cleaning oven. Yes, my friend, this is what I call adult entertainment! (more…)
With the start of a new season, especially one that suggests cuddling near the fireplace, hot chocolate, and dunk-able cookies, my thoughts gravitate around hibernating for a few months and staying warm and comfortable. Night falls sooner now that the sun retires much earlier, and the temperature dips with it. (more…)
Buying a new range, refrigerator, or laundry pair isn’t an everyday thing. In fact, I think buying a new appliance is a bit of a big deal. To make sure you spend your time, money, and energy (pun intended!) wisely, I’ve spoken with a variety of our in-store appliance experts to help pull together the Ultimate Guide to Buying Kitchen Appliances based on years of experience and happy customers. (more…)
If you are planning on renovating your kitchen, chances are you will probably be updating at least one major appliance. With new kitchen appliances, you get an instant upgrade that is more stylish, innovative and will also add more value to your home. (more…)
My parents always run my ear off about how the world has changed since they were kids. They always show me ancient episodes of the I Love Lucy Show, or reruns of other 1950s classics, as they reminisce on the good old days. (more…)
I must admit, bad dreams happen to the best of us. No one is immune. When adults experience bad dreams or nightmares, it is generally due to stress in their everyday life or resulting from illness or an unresolved traumatic experience. (more…)
Are you finding yourself spending less time outdoors? When you do, are you sipping a hot coffee instead of a cool and refreshing drink? Those are definite signs that summer is waving a fond goodbye while Fall rolls in with the cooler temperatures and crunchy fallen leaves under your feet instead of soft sand. (more…)
Cheese. Delicious, glorious, tasty cheese. Whether you like them old and hard, soft and smelly, or everywhere in between, you are not alone in your love for cheese. As Canadians, we consume nearly 12 kilograms of cheese each year and that number is slowly growing each year. (more…)
After a whole day of being exhausted at work, all I want is my bed. But when I finally get tucked between the sheets, I feel wired and restless? Are you like me and toss and turn for hours on end with no sleep in sight? Perhaps this unbalance is caused by easy-to-change habits. (more…)