First of all, what is manifestation? While at first glance it may sound a little cooky, it’s actually very simple and very effective. Basically, it’s the concept that you can bring whatever you want into your life by thinking positively. Crazy, right? It’s actually a law! The law of attraction, stating that all the good you put into the universe will come back to you in some way or another. This idea...
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It can sometimes feel like everyone is in on a big music secret, and you never got the memo. So, if you’re not a tech savvy millennial, where do you find your current music? Through many years of music listening experience, through many varying platforms, here are three easy steps to discover fresh, new music; Shuffling Spotify playlists, viewing Pitchfork’s highest rated, and exchanging music with any...
After what has seems like the longest and coldest winter in history for us Okanagan folks we are happy to say that it looks as if spring has finally arrived. Temperatures on the plus side are upon us and as you start to pack up the winter boots and pull out your sandals, switch out your ski gear for golf clubs and bikes you may find yourself wondering what to do this spring in...
The theme for interior design in 2019 is all about function and purpose. The wave of the KonMari method has swept through the masses and we are all clearing the clutter to give way to functional spaces and easy living. This includes the use of a bookshelf...for actual books! Take down your kitschy, dust collecting, decorative items and put your spaces to practical use. Another fresh design trend for...
The off-season for wineries is officially upon us. Gone is the season for strolling through vineyards in the warm wind, wearing only a sundress and sandals, sipping a chilled, crisp white. Do not despair as many vineyards in the South Okanagan offer winter wine tours! These magical tours feature a winter wonderland scene where you can watch the snow fall around you on the orchards, picnic indoors, and...
Although the idea of a New Year's celebration conjures up images of champagne, appetizers, friends, and fireworks, the reality for parents isn't always quite as glamorous. Those of us with young children may find ourselves asleep on the couch before midnight, surrounded by stuffies and discarded Nerf guns. There are other options! They may not equal a perfect night, but they will definitely be meaningful...
You may have heard the phrase 'intuitive eating' floating around lately. Between the 30 day diets and the cleanses, it sounds like it could be another system that promises to get the weight off quickly. After doing some digging, it turns out that the idea of intuitive eating is exactly the opposite to this. It is actually meant to help us heal from the lasting effects of constant dieting and unhealthy...
Is opening your home to an international student the answer to financial stress? This is a question that many of us ask when our monthly budget is squeezed to the limit. The option to rent out a room to a paying student is a valid, and convenient one, as a student will pay approximately $900 per month to live in your home. There are a few things to consider before you make the final...
As an independent Mortgage Broker, I clearly have decided that for my clients and my desired business and lifestyle, being a Mortgage Broker is a clear winner all around in delivering superior mortgage products and service, rather than being a bank employee. The general public and mortgage consumer frequently doesn’t understand or recognize the difference between a mortgage broker and a bank mortgage...