Frugal Resolutions
The word frugal is derived from the Latin frugalis, which means value and virtue in thrift. A frugal mindset helps us decide how, when, and why to spend or save our money. Practicing frugality doesn't
Summer Activities
July seems like the longest month of summer holidays because it's between June and August. The excitement of summer holidays has worn off and it's still two whole months until September. The days are
Picnic Essentials
Did you know that the word picnic is derived from the French word pique-nique, which describes a light meals taken outside. It was popularized during the French Revolution when the classes visited and mingled
Green Is In
The word green has the same Germanic root as the words for grass and grow. During the middle ages, it was associated with wealth and the gentry class of England. Today, we associate it
Making Your Home a Haven
For some people, their home is the ultimate sanctuary of calm. It's a place of blissful quietude, a refuge from the storms of urban life. It is, or can be, a place to relax,
Rainy Day Activities
Wet and soggy afternoons bring their own delights for adults and children. They're an opportunity to indulge in one's hobbies or to escape the house in search of treats and pleasures. If you're home
Planning a Stay-cation
The first rule of a staycation--the idea of turning your home into a relaxation haven rather than battle against other tourists for the best time--is to break from routine. You must be able to
Easy, edible perennial gardens
One of the best styles of perennial gardening is to plant vegetables and herbs. Perennials are plants that go dormant in the winter and return each spring. Because these plants return each season you
Unique Things to Do in Victoria, BC – Part 1
We aren’t just about real estate in Victoria and Vancouver Island, sometimes we get some down-time, and want to do something unique for date night, hanging with our friends, or for family fun day. The
Come To The Comox Valley
If you’ve never visited the Comox Valley then what on earth are you waiting for? People of all ages can enjoy themselves in this up-and-coming area, from the shopping and easy pace of living to