I grew up on a hobby farm two miles west of the small town of Stony Plain, Alberta. The population in 1968 was 1,464 — a fact I found thanks to google, which never ceases to amaze me. In my mind’s eye I can still see the main street in those early days — The…
Most people are professionals at planning their summer vacation. They’ve got everything down to an exact science, from where they are traveling and how long they will be there to finding crafty ways to stay within budget. Even if they go over budget, that’s OK so long as they’ve gone out of their way to…
We’ve looked forward to these days for months. After wishing and planning, hoping and waiting, summer is finally here! Long days of outside fun, road trips, and ice cream dripping down sticky fingers are ahead of us. But before you know it, August will roll around again. We’ll wave goodbye to summer days while waving…
Grad and prom season is upon us, which means it is time to immortalize your child’s accomplishments with professional photos. While we have to leave the outfits, styling and poses to you, we have curated a list of the ten hottest photo spots in and around the area to save you the trouble of researching…
Since the theme of this month’s magazine is legal, we decided to do something a little off the beaten path and create a list of what we feel are the weirdest laws from across our great nation. These are rumored to either still exist or existed at one point but have since been repealed or…
Travel to a New Destination: Explore a place you’ve never been before. It could be a new country, city, or even a hidden gem in your own region. Learn a New Skill: Whether it’s cooking, playing an instrument, coding, or a new language, challenge yourself to acquire a new skill. Read a Book Each Month:…
Ah, December. The month where calories do not count, stretchy pants are bought in a three-pack, and shopping local and supporting small businesses is the best gift to every entrepreneur. Extra liquor is in the pantry for all things boozy– hot apple cider with bourbon, coffee martinis, and homemade baileys. The house is decorated, wood…
When I think about a handyman, “versatile” comes to mind. They are the guys with ample tools, know a little of everything, and can tinker, putz and fix the odds and sods of homesteading with the proverbial butt crack for all to see. When I left teaching, and The Virginia May was coming to fruition,…
The first time I flew on an airplane, I was in the 12th grade– a mere child of 17. My middle brother had betrothed himself to an American gal from Bay Village, Ohio, and the wedding was to take place in the good ol’ USA. This wasn’t a royal scandal, and there were plenty of…
This summer many Americans are gearing up for road trips and adventures on the open road. With an estimated 276 million cars taking to the highways this summer, it’s crucial to ensure your vehicle is in tip top condition for a trouble-free journey. To help you prepare, we’ve compiled expert tips on checking the most…