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This year our winter vacations have turned into long staycations. As much of a blessing spending time with the family is, constantly generating novel activities to keep everyone entertained can be stressful. That's why we've compiled this long list of affordable, fun and a little out of the box outdoor and indoor family activities.
The first month of the year is typically when we're most encouraged to change our diet and exercise routine to pursue health and fitness goals. However, in addition to eating plenty of veggies and walking in the weak winter sunshine every day, you can also feel better by adopting one of these 5 wellness-promoting habits.
Are you already reading or hearing the complaints about how people can’t wait for the year to end? You’re not alone. The interesting part is that this seems to happen every year! Why are so many so unhappy with the overall outcome of each year as it draws to a finale?
Relaxing in cozy pyjamas and watching baking competition shows is a popular pastime during the cold winter months. If you've felt stuck in the same routine of baking sourdough and banana bread since March, it might be time to step up your baking with these festive baked goods.
This year stores began stocking holiday items early in hopes of reducing last-minute crowds in shopping centers, and many people opted to put up their lights and trees a little sooner than usual. Good Housekeeping argues that there's psychological evidence to prove that "savouring" the holidays with early preparation helps lift your spirits by extending the feelings of childlike wonder and anticipation many of us associate with the festive season.
Everyone has their favourite comfort foods to look forward to at the end of a cold day. With the official start of winter fast approaching, it's time to enjoy soups, stews, chillis, casseroles, savoury pies and other warm dishes requiring baking or stove-top cooking.
The reality is that some people on your holiday gift list, like your kids, are probably expecting store-bought presents this year. However, not everyone is looking for the fanciest phone or most cutting-edge gaming system. Friends, family members and coworkers are likely to appreciate homemade gifts that come from your heart and hands rather than packages, boxes or bags from the mall.
In Canada, the arrival of November means we're in that awkward, chilly time of year between October and December festivities. It's not exactly the January doldrums or February blahs, but we bet a tasty warm drink could help lift your spirits! It's time to find seasonal versions of your favourite hot beverages to sip and soothe that November chill.
Move over pumpkin spice! It's time to go from the pumpkin patch to the apple orchard for seasonal flavour inspiration. As versatile as pumpkin is as an ingredient in our favourite dishes - from sweet to sour and savoury, apples might be even more so.
Fall is a time when we all get in our comfy PJs a little earlier with the setting sun and look for indoor activities to keep the whole family entertained. With Thanksgiving, Halloween, and the natural beauty of autumn in between - there's plenty of inspiration for fall crafts that will keep you and the kids creative all season long.
