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Preparing Your Child for Swimming Lessons
In my five years as a swimming instructor I have had the privilege of seeing a range of emotions that comes from a child’s first encounter with a swimming pool. First you have the screamers, who are absolutely terrified of the concept of being surrounded by water. Then there are the kids who are overly courageous and think they can float based on sheer willpower. Finally, there is the range of kids in between who are aware of the danger but eager to learn how to stay safe. This is a compilation of tips based on my experiences as both a swimmer and a coach on how prepare your child…
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5 Indoor Plants for Low Light
The gardens on the Danforth are spectacular. As a newcomer to the area, and as someone who used to work at a nursery, the beautiful gardens and stunning landscapes that made up the neighbourhood were one of the first things I noticed. Even the planters lining Danforth Avenue in the summer are gorgeous. Unfortunately, not everyone can have an outdoor garden, and as fall turns into winter, seasoned gardeners are forced to retreat indoors. Still, the frozen landscape doesn’t mean we can’t still enjoy our own little gardens indoors. Check out some of the fabulous nurseries surrounding the Danforth (like Kleinburg Nursery) and pick up one (or all) of these hard-to-kill, low-light loving plants. Boston Fern (Nephrolepis…
