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Lillie - Early-retired wife and mother of many young adult children - blog about family, food (family recipes), home improvement (century home reno), travel (Canada), retirement, gardening and health. Sometimes I get a little wound up about topics that are important to me - so I blog about them too! https://everydaylillie.com/
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Crock Pot Split Pea Soup

January 18, 2021December 27, 2022 Lillie

A easy recipe for Slow Cooker Yellow Split Pea Soup from our pantry Continue reading Crock Pot Split Pea Soup

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Penny Tile Floor – How To

January 10, 2021November 6, 2022 Lillie

Our DIY penny round tile floor project is finished without too much drama ( why and how to install and cut penny tile and how to avoid bad penny tile installation) Continue reading Penny Tile Floor – How To

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Easy Slow Cooker Baked Beans

January 3, 2021January 21, 2023 Lillie

It;s easy to make comfort food -baked beans in the slow cooker – made with dried romano, kidney or multiple bean varieties. Continue reading Easy Slow Cooker Baked Beans

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What I Learned from My 12 Cookies of Christmas Project

December 21, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

What I learned from baking 12 cookie recipes for Christmas. Continue reading What I Learned from My 12 Cookies of Christmas Project

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Old House Reno – Painting the Radiators

December 12, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

Painting radiators in our 130 year old house wasn’t difficult, just time consuming and a little messy. What paint to use and how to apply. Continue reading Old House Reno – Painting the Radiators

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Bread Pudding

December 4, 2020September 22, 2022 Lillie

Bread pudding has humble beginnings. Here are two ways to make this classic comfort food. Continue reading Bread Pudding

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Terror in the Neighbourhood

November 28, 2020August 8, 2022 Lillie

We evicted our neighbourhood terrors Continue reading Terror in the Neighbourhood

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1990s Gas Fireplace Makeover

November 24, 2020November 6, 2022 Lillie

We didn’t like our shiny green gas 1990s fireplace, so we gave it an inexpensive DIY makeover Continue reading 1990s Gas Fireplace Makeover

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The Cat Door Needed to Go

November 13, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

Filling holes while waiting out the pandemic Continue reading The Cat Door Needed to Go

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Why did the Canadian Wildlife Cross the Road?

November 3, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

2 fall road trips to view Canadian wildlife – and answering the question – why does wildlife cross the road? Continue reading Why did the Canadian Wildlife Cross the Road?

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Fiddling with the roof

October 18, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

Having to fix or replace a roof is no fun at all. Continue reading Fiddling with the roof

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Thrifty Crackle Mirror Project

October 6, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

A thrifty crackled white mirror Continue reading Thrifty Crackle Mirror Project

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Canadian Road Trip-Winnipeg to Ontario

September 26, 2020November 6, 2022 Lillie

Cross Canada Road Trip – Winnipeg to Southern Ontario with driving distance and durations Continue reading Canadian Road Trip-Winnipeg to Ontario

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Masked Road Trip

September 24, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

Masked roadside attractions Continue reading Masked Road Trip

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Vegan Apple Dump Cake

A Vegemergency – Vegan Apple Dump Cake

September 10, 2020January 31, 2023 Lillie

This easy vegan dessert – an Apple Dump Cake – can be thrown together in an emergency with very few ingredients Continue reading A Vegemergency – Vegan Apple Dump Cake

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Canadian Drive Day6 Rocky Mountain House to Winnipeg

September 7, 2020January 2, 2023 Lillie

Day 6 of our TransCanada journey took us from Rocky Mountain House Alberta through Saskatchewan to Winnipeg Manitoba Continue reading Canadian Drive Day6 Rocky Mountain House to Winnipeg

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Spatchcock Chicken from our Test Kitchen

September 3, 2020November 6, 2022 Lillie

If you’ve never tried spatchcock chicken – it’s a must! Continue reading Spatchcock Chicken from our Test Kitchen

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Elk in Jasper Alberta

Canadian Road Trip – Day 5 – Kamloops to Rocky Mountain House

August 23, 2020August 17, 2022 Lillie

A road trip from Kamloops BC through Jasper AB ending at Rocky Mountain House AB. Continue reading Canadian Road Trip – Day 5 – Kamloops to Rocky Mountain House

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Braised beef Shank in Red Wine

Braised Beef Shank in Red Wine from our Test Kitchen

August 17, 2020December 27, 2022 Lillie

A delicious recipe for comforting Braised Beef Shank in Red Wine from our Test Kitchen. Continue reading Braised Beef Shank in Red Wine from our Test Kitchen

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Canadian Road Trip Day 4 – Calgary to Kamloops British Columbia

August 9, 2020November 6, 2022 Lillie

Day 4 of our TransCanada road trip from Calgary to Kamloops. Continue reading Canadian Road Trip Day 4 – Calgary to Kamloops British Columbia

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Canadian Road Trip Day 3 – Regina to Calgary

July 25, 2020November 26, 2022 Lillie

Day 3 of our Canadian Road Trip was a short drive from Regina Saskatchewan to Calgary Alberta. Continue reading Canadian Road Trip Day 3 – Regina to Calgary

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Canadian Road Trip Day 2 – NW Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan

July 15, 2020August 8, 2022 Lillie

The 2nd day of our TransCanada drive beginning in Thunder Day Ontario, travelling through Manitoba and ending in Regina Saskatchewan. Continue reading Canadian Road Trip Day 2 – NW Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan

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Canadian Road Trip Day 1

July 9, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

Day 1 of our TransCanada Highway cross Canada road trip Continue reading Canadian Road Trip Day 1

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Canadian Road Trip

July 1, 2020February 26, 2022 Lillie

Tomorrow, July 1st in Canada Day. This has always been my favourite holiday. No gifts to buy, no cards, the stores are all closed and the weather is typically wonderful and warm wherever we may be. We have all been … Continue reading Canadian Road Trip

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The “Fun Car” Road Trip

June 18, 2020November 5, 2022 Lillie

In our large family, we (well maybe JUST ME) enjoy taking family road trips. Whether it be a family wedding in another city, or a vacation at a cottage style resort, we load up the car with snacks and belongings … Continue reading The “Fun Car” Road Trip

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Bald Eagle over Nipissing

Ontario Wild Birds

June 17, 2020November 2, 2022 Lillie

A few Ontario wild bird pictures Continue reading Ontario Wild Birds

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Centre Pedestal Table Makeover

June 12, 2020November 5, 2022 Lillie

We cut down a thrifted round table until it was just right. Continue reading Centre Pedestal Table Makeover

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Kitchen Thrifting

June 11, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

Is it ever OK to grab a neighbour’s discarded kitchen table and refinish it? Of course it is! Continue reading Kitchen Thrifting

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Travel Takes Flight

June 6, 2020October 6, 2022 Lillie

Our Alpine Adventures Helicopter tour over Canmore Alberta was awesome Continue reading Travel Takes Flight

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Sodastream Fizzi Review

June 4, 2020March 7, 2022 Lillie

A review of my Sodastream Fizzi. What do I really think of it? Continue reading Sodastream Fizzi Review

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Powder Room Reno Gets Rolling…..

May 30, 2020November 6, 2021 Lillie

We are moving forward with finishing up our downstairs powder room and side entranceway.  We had started our penny round tiling project months ago, and then the other day I replaced the toilet and started the tiling in the powder … Continue reading Powder Room Reno Gets Rolling…..

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Risotto – from our Test Kitchen

May 27, 2020December 28, 2022 Lillie

A delicious mushroom risotto recipe from our test kitchen. Description of Arborio, Carnaroli, Vialone Nano and Aged Acquerello rice. Continue reading Risotto – from our Test Kitchen

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Finally Getting to the Bathroom Reno

May 23, 2020 Lillie

Can or should a housewife install a toilet? Continue reading Finally Getting to the Bathroom Reno

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Crispy baked chicken wings salad and BBQ sauce

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings from our Test Kitchen

May 16, 2020January 1, 2023 Lillie

Chicken wings can be crispy from your oven – this recipe is one of our test kitchen favourites. Continue reading Crispy Baked Chicken Wings from our Test Kitchen

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Tree Planting in B.C. during the Pandemic

May 13, 2020May 13, 2020 Lillie

Despite the Pandemic, 5000 young tree planters have traveled to B.C. from across Canada to plant hundreds of millions of essential trees. Continue reading Tree Planting in B.C. during the Pandemic

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Pandemic Cross-Canada Travel

May 7, 2020May 13, 2020 Lillie

Flying in Canada during the pandemic Continue reading Pandemic Cross-Canada Travel

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More about Masks

May 4, 2020June 4, 2020 Lillie

We still need more masks Loblaw, Walmart, and large stores Continue reading More about Masks

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Online Education

May 2, 2020March 31, 2022 Lillie

What my four children have taught me about online education in high school and now in University – due to Covid-19 closures. Continue reading Online Education

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A Fine Wine or Ripened Cheese?

April 28, 2020March 31, 2022 Lillie

My handsome husband compares his aging to ripening cheese – but he does resemble George Hamilton! Continue reading A Fine Wine or Ripened Cheese?

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Old House Reno – Crowded House

April 26, 2020May 8, 2020 Lillie

Tearing off wallpaper and painting are suitable projects to do while staying safe at home in a crowded house. Continue reading Old House Reno – Crowded House

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When University Students Return Home

April 23, 2020 Lillie

Our University students are home while the whole world holds its breath. Continue reading When University Students Return Home

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The Best Vegan Carbonara from our Test Kitchen

April 5, 2020December 28, 2022 Lillie

This easy recipe for vegan carbonara uses cashews, non-dairy milk and mushrooms – and is made quickly in the blender Continue reading The Best Vegan Carbonara from our Test Kitchen

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At Times Like These

April 4, 2020 Lillie

My husband writes about pulling together in times of difficulty Continue reading At Times Like These

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Blogging Lessons Learned

March 31, 2020January 11, 2023 Lillie

Occasionally I like to let you know what I have learned from blogging since my last post. It’s a nice change from thinking about pandemics and so on isn’t it? It also seems that even though I don’t blog about … Continue reading Blogging Lessons Learned

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Make Pasta Great Again – The Authentic Carbonara

March 29, 2020October 22, 2022 Lillie

A delicious recipe for authentic pasta carbonara – ready in 20 minutes from simple ingredients Continue reading Make Pasta Great Again – The Authentic Carbonara

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Rusty Nail Soup in a Pandemic

March 28, 2020February 26, 2022 Lillie

The Story of Rusty Nail Soup (or Stone Soup) and the lesson that I take from it. Continue reading Rusty Nail Soup in a Pandemic

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What will the future hold for us Social Distancers?

March 22, 2020March 22, 2020 Lillie

Light social distancing humour and positive news Continue reading What will the future hold for us Social Distancers?

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Facial fashion when there are no N95 masks

March 20, 2020June 4, 2020 Lillie

Thinking about N95 masks and other solutions for those of us who don’t have them Continue reading Facial fashion when there are no N95 masks

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Protect Grocery Store Employees

March 17, 2020 Lillie

Grocery store workers deserve protection during Coronavirus emergency
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Some Slightly Positive Thinking

March 16, 2020March 7, 2022 Lillie

It’s encouraging that people, businesses, governments and health care workers are doing the best that they can in the circumstances. Continue reading Some Slightly Positive Thinking

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I Wish I had known it was Pi(e) Day

March 14, 2020March 14, 2021 Lillie

Keeping busy while social distancing Continue reading I Wish I had known it was Pi(e) Day

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Every Pet Has a Story

March 9, 2020March 11, 2020 Lillie

Our family has treasured many pets over the years Continue reading Every Pet Has a Story

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Kitchen Reno – Dark Stained Butcher Block

March 3, 2020April 30, 2022 Lillie

Dark Tung Oil from the Real Milk Paint Company creates a food safe dark stain on butcher block countertops (birch, maple and pine) Continue reading Kitchen Reno – Dark Stained Butcher Block

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Mr. Beer Tasting Night (Part 3 of 3 – Finally)

February 28, 2020 Lillie

I initially put this post together on Feb. 14th -as we sampled the beer after the exactly prescribed 3 weeks from bottling. (We couldn’t wait). One of my Christmas presents this year was a Beer Making kit from Mr. Beer. … Continue reading Mr. Beer Tasting Night (Part 3 of 3 – Finally)

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Mr. Beer Brew Kit Adventure – Part 2of3

February 27, 2020 Lillie

I am reblogging part 2 of 3 of my Mr. Beer Adventure – this time bottling the beer. Continue reading Mr. Beer Brew Kit Adventure – Part 2of3

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Mr. Beer Brewing Adventure – Part 1of 3

February 24, 2020February 24, 2020 Lillie

Part 1 of home brewing with a Mr. Beer Kit. Continue reading Mr. Beer Brewing Adventure – Part 1of 3

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Favorite Adages – some light humor

February 21, 2020February 22, 2020 Lillie

A few of our favorite adages Continue reading Favorite Adages – some light humor

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Winter Swans

February 18, 2020March 12, 2022 Lillie

Trumpeter Swans have been successfully re-established in North America Continue reading Winter Swans

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Sunshine Blogger’s Award

February 14, 2020March 21, 2020 Lillie

Sunshine Bloggers Award Nomination Continue reading Sunshine Blogger’s Award

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Old House Reno

February 11, 2020May 15, 2021 Lillie

Frozen pipes lead to an unplanned bathroom renovation in our 130 year old house. Continue reading Old House Reno

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Old House Kitchen Reno – Part 3

February 7, 2020 Lillie

We are almost finished renovating the kitchen in our 130 year old house. Continue reading Old House Kitchen Reno – Part 3

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BBQ Ribs and Mashed Potatoes

Barbecued Back Ribs in Foil

February 4, 2020January 1, 2023 Lillie

How to make back ribs on the BBQ easily and quickly using foil Continue reading Barbecued Back Ribs in Foil

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Canadian Winter Vacation on Ice

February 3, 2020September 7, 2020 Lillie

Skate at any of these spectacular rinks across Canada. Continue reading Canadian Winter Vacation on Ice

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Football and Life’s Lessons

February 2, 2020March 21, 2020 Lillie

Life’s Lessons learned from an inspirational football coach Continue reading Football and Life’s Lessons

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Clean & Green

January 30, 2020February 24, 2022 Lillie

Purchasing healthier, green, environmentally friendly products without Sodium Laurel Sulfate, DEA and Paraben Continue reading Clean & Green

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Old House Kitchen Renovation – Part 2

January 28, 2020January 28, 2020 Lillie

Part 2 of 3 of the kitchen renovation in our 130 year old home – cupboards, counter, electrical Continue reading Old House Kitchen Renovation – Part 2

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Mixing Media and Politics

January 26, 2020 Lillie

Do some sources within the mainstream media report the news or create the news? Continue reading Mixing Media and Politics

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Ice Fishing Adventure

January 21, 2020January 21, 2020 Lillie

My husband and 2 boys had a recent ice fishing adventure to Lake Nipissing’s Callander Bay in Ontario Continue reading Ice Fishing Adventure

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Another Snow Day

January 19, 2020January 21, 2020 Lillie

A very short post with pictures of winter in Canada. Continue reading Another Snow Day

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Old House Kitchen Renovation – Part 1 – Before

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 Lillie

Part one of our Kitchen Renovation in our 1890s home.
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Blog Name Change

January 16, 2020 Lillie

Justanumber has changed to Everyday Lillie Continue reading Blog Name Change

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Eliminating Plastic Water Bottles

January 14, 2020December 10, 2021 Lillie

The Pur Filter that we received for Christmas helps filter lead from our water and reduce our platic recycling. Continue reading Eliminating Plastic Water Bottles

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Nuclear Power Alert Cancelled

January 12, 2020January 14, 2020 Lillie

Ontario woke up to a FALSE alert that there had been an incident at the Nuclear Power Station. Continue reading Nuclear Power Alert Cancelled

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To Detox or Not to Detox

January 11, 2020January 22, 2020 Lillie

Is a detox or cleanse a good idea after the holidays? Continue reading To Detox or Not to Detox

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Blogging Advice – Thank You

January 8, 2020January 11, 2023 Lillie

I have learned a lot about blogging from other bloggers, but I have a lot more to learn. Continue reading Blogging Advice – Thank You

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A Little Rant About Cyber Security

January 6, 2020October 12, 2022 Lillie

A Silly Rant about companies collecting personal information about us getting hacked. Continue reading A Little Rant About Cyber Security

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Canadian Carbon Tax Gimmick

December 28, 2019January 14, 2020 Lillie

I am confused about how a Canadian carbon tax will save the world from climate change and why we need even more carbon taxes. Continue reading Canadian Carbon Tax Gimmick

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Bedroom Renovation #2

December 7, 2019January 18, 2020 Lillie

The second bedroom renovation in our old house renovation project. Continue reading Bedroom Renovation #2

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Renovation Painting Projects

December 5, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

Chalk painting furniture and copper faux finish of hardware for our second bedroom renovation in our 1890s home. Continue reading Renovation Painting Projects

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Snow Day Musings:

December 1, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

There is nothing to do on a snow day but stay inside and ponder things like what is a Bomb Cyclone Continue reading Snow Day Musings:

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I Love a Good Wine Study

November 19, 2019January 21, 2020 Lillie

Resveratrol is a substance in red wine, grapes and grape juice which appears to be good for our hearts, cholesteral levels and have annti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Continue reading I Love a Good Wine Study

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Staying Connected with Away from home Adult Children

November 15, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

Eight ways we stay in touch with University or College Students living away from home
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Exercise and Memory in Older Adults

November 11, 2019January 21, 2020 Lillie

Researchers from McMaster University published a study entitled: ” The effects of aerobic exercise intensity on memory in older adults” showed that aerobic exercise may enhance memory in seniors
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Saturday Hike – Wildlife footprints

November 9, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

Photos of wildlife tracks – grizzly bear and moose in snow in Kananaskis Alberta
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Those Weight Loss Shakes – Slimfast and Almased

November 7, 2019November 6, 2022 Lillie

My thoughts about Slimfast and Almased, 2 readily available weight loss shakes. Continue reading Those Weight Loss Shakes – Slimfast and Almased

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My 60ish Weight Gain

November 6, 2019May 1, 2021 Lillie

It seems like every decade since my 30s, I have gained 10 pounds, but this last ten pounds has come at the start of the 60s – all in one year. That’s the ugly, boring truth of it, plain and … Continue reading My 60ish Weight Gain

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My Cup of Tea

November 4, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

A study of 957 Chinese individuals over the age of 55 by the National University of Singapore found that drinking a cup of tea every day reduced mental decline significantly – by 50% apparently. (By the way, I have heard … Continue reading My Cup of Tea

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Pantry Project

October 28, 2019October 12, 2022 Lillie

Organizing the pantry. Continue reading Pantry Project

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Bedroom Renovation Project #1

October 24, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

A bedroom renovation in our 1890s home. Continue reading Bedroom Renovation Project #1

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Sunday Craft and Bake Sale

October 20, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

Today we took a drive to a baking and craft sale near us. I love craft and baking sales, but I’m not a fan of crowds and line-ups. Even more surprising, was that my husband came along – he generally … Continue reading Sunday Craft and Bake Sale

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Empty Nesters at Thanksgiving

October 16, 2019October 22, 2020 Lillie

My husband and I are parents of young adult university students. They are each very different, and some more independent or seemingly removed than others. We are proud of all of our children, although sometimes perplexed! We call ourselves empty … Continue reading Empty Nesters at Thanksgiving

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Retirement Renovation

October 2, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

My husband and I retired, became (sort-of) empty nesters, and downsized our home last year. |I can’t say that we downsized too too much, but we certainly took the opportunity to purge prior to our move. That’s not to say … Continue reading Retirement Renovation

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Climate March Comparison

October 1, 2019January 14, 2020 Lillie

Last Friday, the world watched young people protesting and marching to protest against climate change. In Canada, 16 year old Swedish activist Greta Thunberg led the protest in Montreal. As usual, our Prime Minister and other politicians photo-bombed the whole … Continue reading Climate March Comparison

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More Help With Sleeping

September 29, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

I am writing this and the previous post in response to my young adult son – who lives 3500km away. I had previously posted this on the Superfoods Project – but I’m in the process of taking that apart, so … Continue reading More Help With Sleeping

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Trouble Sleeping?

September 27, 2019January 21, 2020 Lillie

As we get older, our sleep patterns change, and sometimes we have trouble sleeping. We may have trouble getting to sleep at night, or sleeping all the way through. Certain foods are known to help us get to sleep naturally.  … Continue reading Trouble Sleeping?

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Rant of Embarassment

September 23, 2019December 29, 2019 Lillie

In the blogging world, what I’m finding most interesting is the number of different countries in the world that blog visitors are from. We truly are in a small world, and I enjoy the everyday life and events of different … Continue reading Rant of Embarassment

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Bobsleigh Controversy

September 17, 2019 Lillie

Over the past year I have been loosely following the story of Canadian Olympic Bobsledder (Bobsleigher?) Kaillie Humphries. This amazing athlete has won 3 Olympic Medals and multiple World Championship and Word Cup medals for Canada. A year ago she … Continue reading Bobsleigh Controversy

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Ontario Wildlife

September 16, 2019November 2, 2022 Lillie

This past week, we once again visited the Nipissing area of Ontario, and while I read and watched my husband enjoy his fishing, we were able to see some wildlife. Pardon the photo quality – they were taken while in … Continue reading Ontario Wildlife

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More Carbon Confusion

September 14, 2019January 14, 2020 Lillie

In Canada we have a new carbon tax, which is causing some controversy. There is a federal election coming soon, so who knows what the result may be. It may be eliminated by the next government, or it may continue. … Continue reading More Carbon Confusion

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