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Shopping Tips for Those Who Hate Shopping
Are you someone who hates shopping for clothes? Does the thought of entering a store fill you with a sense of unexplainable dread and despair? It’s okay. Over my years working in retail I have met many people just like you. I understand, it can be an overwhelming task, especially if fashion isn’t one of your passions. But, at the end of the day we all need clothes (no shirt, no service, am I right?). So, from a former shop-girl, here are my tips for minimizing your pain and maximizing your gain next time your wardrobe needs a lift. Size Doesn’t Matter It just really doesn’t! I know we can…
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8 Ways to Set Goals and Stay Motivated
Every new year, we use our resolutions to admit to the world ways in which we want to better ourselves. For a lot of us, it’s about being healthier, wealthier, and wiser. But, by the time we’ve gotten all of the turkey and wine out of our system, our resolutions have begun to waver and fade. Here are some tips to bolster your determination without burning yourself out: 1. Think of it as a Challenge A “goal” is an ideal image that floats above our heads, nice and neat like a finished painting. For all its positive connotations, thinking of a resolution as a goal can disconnect it from the…
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5 Tips on How to Start Ballet as an Adult
Have you ever watched a famous ballet performance—The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, or Swan Lake—and wished that you had taken those ballet lessons when you were younger? Whether you’re 22 or 52, don’t let your age stop you from trying something new. Unsure where to find a beginners’ class? Check online or call your local dance studio. If you really have no idea and you’re in the Toronto area, Canada’s National Ballet School has adult classes you can sign up for. Ballet is as much an exercise of your mind as it is of your body Pull up, turn out, keep your shoulders down, point your toes, and remember the exercise.…
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Icewine 101
Five Facts You Need to Know Before Sipping By Venetia Bodanis With the popularity of Icewine on the rise, it’s practically impossible to ignore the drink popping up in storefront windows all over the city. It’s tempting to purchase a bottle of this decadent treat after peering into wine shops on the Danforth. But before splurging (some Icewines can cost up to $70), take some time to learn the key facts about this cold winter treat. 1. It’s Not Just a Dessert Wine If you know what your options are, Icewine can be one of the most versatile wines on the market. It can be blended with brandy to make…
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The Perfect Place to Party
Event Planning with It’s My Party By Amanda Kirsten Grant You can tell from the amazing window displays that Danforth party-supplies store It’s My Party offers a range of products to meet your event needs. Whether you’re throwing a kids birthday party or a corporate gathering, It’s My Party offers thousands of products to help you achieve the look you want. Owner Stephane Abbat has been providing customers with party supplies for decades. “We’ve been open in this half of the building since 1990, and then when the restaurant next door closed, we took over that half as well.” Originally, Abbat opened as a temporary Halloween party-supply store, but they…
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5 Tips For Your First Cruise
If you’re going on your first cruise, here are some helpful tips to make your vacation smooth sailing.
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5 Tips for Winter Biking
Learn how to make your winter cycling experience easier with these 5 tips.