Crock Pot Split Pea Soup
A easy recipe for Slow Cooker Yellow Split Pea Soup from our pantry Continue reading Crock Pot Split Pea Soup
Penny Tile Floor – How To
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
Easy Slow Cooker Baked Beans
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
What I Learned from My 12 Cookies of Christmas Project
What I learned from baking 12 cookie recipes for Christmas. Continue reading What I Learned from My 12 Cookies of Christmas Project
Old House Reno – Painting the Radiators
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
Bread Pudding
Bread pudding has humble beginnings. Here are two ways to make this classic comfort food. Continue reading Bread Pudding
Terror in the Neighbourhood
We evicted our neighbourhood terrors Continue reading Terror in the Neighbourhood
1990s Gas Fireplace Makeover
We didn’t like our shiny green gas 1990s fireplace, so we gave it an inexpensive DIY makeover Continue reading 1990s Gas Fireplace Makeover
The Cat Door Needed to Go
Filling holes while waiting out the pandemic Continue reading The Cat Door Needed to Go
Why did the Canadian Wildlife Cross the Road?
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?
Fiddling with the roof
Having to fix or replace a roof is no fun at all. Continue reading Fiddling with the roof
Thrifty Crackle Mirror Project
A thrifty crackled white mirror Continue reading Thrifty Crackle Mirror Project
Canadian Road Trip-Winnipeg to Ontario
Cross Canada Road Trip – Winnipeg to Southern Ontario with driving distance and durations Continue reading Canadian Road Trip-Winnipeg to Ontario
Masked Road Trip
Masked roadside attractions Continue reading Masked Road Trip
A Vegemergency – Vegan Apple Dump Cake
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
Canadian Drive Day6 Rocky Mountain House to Winnipeg
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
Spatchcock Chicken from our Test Kitchen
If you’ve never tried spatchcock chicken – it’s a must! Continue reading Spatchcock Chicken from our Test Kitchen
Canadian Road Trip – Day 5 – Kamloops to Rocky Mountain House
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
Braised Beef Shank in Red Wine from our Test Kitchen
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
Canadian Road Trip Day 4 – Calgary to Kamloops British Columbia
Day 4 of our TransCanada road trip from Calgary to Kamloops. Continue reading Canadian Road Trip Day 4 – Calgary to Kamloops British Columbia
Canadian Road Trip Day 3 – Regina to Calgary
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
Canadian Road Trip Day 2 – NW Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan
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
Canadian Road Trip Day 1
Day 1 of our TransCanada Highway cross Canada road trip Continue reading Canadian Road Trip Day 1
Canadian Road Trip
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
The “Fun Car” Road Trip
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
Ontario Wild Birds
A few Ontario wild bird pictures Continue reading Ontario Wild Birds
Centre Pedestal Table Makeover
We cut down a thrifted round table until it was just right. Continue reading Centre Pedestal Table Makeover
Kitchen Thrifting
Is it ever OK to grab a neighbour’s discarded kitchen table and refinish it? Of course it is! Continue reading Kitchen Thrifting
Travel Takes Flight
Our Alpine Adventures Helicopter tour over Canmore Alberta was awesome Continue reading Travel Takes Flight
Sodastream Fizzi Review
A review of my Sodastream Fizzi. What do I really think of it? Continue reading Sodastream Fizzi Review
Powder Room Reno Gets Rolling…..
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…..
Risotto – from our Test Kitchen
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
Finally Getting to the Bathroom Reno
Can or should a housewife install a toilet? Continue reading Finally Getting to the Bathroom Reno
Crispy Baked Chicken Wings from our Test Kitchen
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
Tree Planting in B.C. during the Pandemic
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
Pandemic Cross-Canada Travel
Flying in Canada during the pandemic Continue reading Pandemic Cross-Canada Travel
More about Masks
We still need more masks Loblaw, Walmart, and large stores Continue reading More about Masks
Online Education
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
A Fine Wine or Ripened Cheese?
My handsome husband compares his aging to ripening cheese – but he does resemble George Hamilton! Continue reading A Fine Wine or Ripened Cheese?
Old House Reno – Crowded House
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
When University Students Return Home
Our University students are home while the whole world holds its breath. Continue reading When University Students Return Home
The Best Vegan Carbonara from our Test Kitchen
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
At Times Like These
My husband writes about pulling together in times of difficulty Continue reading At Times Like These
Blogging Lessons Learned
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
Make Pasta Great Again – The Authentic Carbonara
A delicious recipe for authentic pasta carbonara – ready in 20 minutes from simple ingredients Continue reading Make Pasta Great Again – The Authentic Carbonara
Rusty Nail Soup in a Pandemic
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
What will the future hold for us Social Distancers?
Light social distancing humour and positive news Continue reading What will the future hold for us Social Distancers?
Facial fashion when there are no N95 masks
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
Protect Grocery Store Employees
Grocery store workers deserve protection during Coronavirus emergency
Continue reading Protect Grocery Store Employees
Some Slightly Positive Thinking
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
I Wish I had known it was Pi(e) Day
Keeping busy while social distancing Continue reading I Wish I had known it was Pi(e) Day
Every Pet Has a Story
Our family has treasured many pets over the years Continue reading Every Pet Has a Story
Kitchen Reno – Dark Stained Butcher Block
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
Mr. Beer Tasting Night (Part 3 of 3 – Finally)
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)
Mr. Beer Brew Kit Adventure – Part 2of3
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
Mr. Beer Brewing Adventure – Part 1of 3
Part 1 of home brewing with a Mr. Beer Kit. Continue reading Mr. Beer Brewing Adventure – Part 1of 3
Favorite Adages – some light humor
A few of our favorite adages Continue reading Favorite Adages – some light humor
Winter Swans
Trumpeter Swans have been successfully re-established in North America Continue reading Winter Swans
Sunshine Blogger’s Award
Sunshine Bloggers Award Nomination Continue reading Sunshine Blogger’s Award
Old House Reno
Frozen pipes lead to an unplanned bathroom renovation in our 130 year old house. Continue reading Old House Reno
Old House Kitchen Reno – Part 3
We are almost finished renovating the kitchen in our 130 year old house. Continue reading Old House Kitchen Reno – Part 3
Barbecued Back Ribs in Foil
How to make back ribs on the BBQ easily and quickly using foil Continue reading Barbecued Back Ribs in Foil
Canadian Winter Vacation on Ice
Skate at any of these spectacular rinks across Canada. Continue reading Canadian Winter Vacation on Ice
Football and Life’s Lessons
Life’s Lessons learned from an inspirational football coach Continue reading Football and Life’s Lessons
Clean & Green
Purchasing healthier, green, environmentally friendly products without Sodium Laurel Sulfate, DEA and Paraben Continue reading Clean & Green
Old House Kitchen Renovation – Part 2
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
Mixing Media and Politics
Do some sources within the mainstream media report the news or create the news? Continue reading Mixing Media and Politics
Ice Fishing Adventure
My husband and 2 boys had a recent ice fishing adventure to Lake Nipissing’s Callander Bay in Ontario Continue reading Ice Fishing Adventure
Another Snow Day
A very short post with pictures of winter in Canada. Continue reading Another Snow Day
Old House Kitchen Renovation – Part 1 – Before
Part one of our Kitchen Renovation in our 1890s home.
Continue reading Old House Kitchen Renovation – Part 1 – Before
Blog Name Change
Justanumber has changed to Everyday Lillie Continue reading Blog Name Change
Eliminating Plastic Water Bottles
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
Nuclear Power Alert Cancelled
Ontario woke up to a FALSE alert that there had been an incident at the Nuclear Power Station. Continue reading Nuclear Power Alert Cancelled
To Detox or Not to Detox
Is a detox or cleanse a good idea after the holidays? Continue reading To Detox or Not to Detox
Blogging Advice – Thank You
I have learned a lot about blogging from other bloggers, but I have a lot more to learn. Continue reading Blogging Advice – Thank You
A Little Rant About Cyber Security
A Silly Rant about companies collecting personal information about us getting hacked. Continue reading A Little Rant About Cyber Security
Canadian Carbon Tax Gimmick
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
Bedroom Renovation #2
The second bedroom renovation in our old house renovation project. Continue reading Bedroom Renovation #2
Renovation Painting Projects
Chalk painting furniture and copper faux finish of hardware for our second bedroom renovation in our 1890s home. Continue reading Renovation Painting Projects
Snow Day Musings:
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:
I Love a Good Wine Study
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
Staying Connected with Away from home Adult Children
Eight ways we stay in touch with University or College Students living away from home
Continue reading Staying Connected with Away from home Adult Children
Exercise and Memory in Older Adults
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
Continue reading Exercise and Memory in Older Adults
Saturday Hike – Wildlife footprints
Photos of wildlife tracks – grizzly bear and moose in snow in Kananaskis Alberta
Continue reading Saturday Hike – Wildlife footprints
Those Weight Loss Shakes – Slimfast and Almased
My thoughts about Slimfast and Almased, 2 readily available weight loss shakes. Continue reading Those Weight Loss Shakes – Slimfast and Almased
My 60ish Weight Gain
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
My Cup of Tea
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
Pantry Project
Organizing the pantry. Continue reading Pantry Project
Bedroom Renovation Project #1
A bedroom renovation in our 1890s home. Continue reading Bedroom Renovation Project #1
Sunday Craft and Bake Sale
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
Empty Nesters at Thanksgiving
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
Retirement Renovation
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
Climate March Comparison
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
More Help With Sleeping
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
Trouble Sleeping?
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?
Rant of Embarassment
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
Bobsleigh Controversy
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
Ontario Wildlife
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
More Carbon Confusion
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