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A gloved hand pressed against a glass door on a snowy winter day, reflecting on Groundhog Day predictions and the changing of seasons.

Goodbye!

A small word. An earlly spring... a new season. And...
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Colourful 50th anniversary display at the Toronto Gift + Home Market celebrating the Canadian Gift Association with balloons and retro-style backdrop.

The Toronto Gift + Home Market Turns 50: Highlights from My 2026 Visit

This week, I returned to the Toronto Gift + Home...
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Lake at sunset with the quote “Focus on what you can do, then do it with all your heart” by Lois Wilson, shared in memory of a mother

January 22

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Vintage painting of a woman in a yellow blouse holding a fan with a New Year’s quote about not making resolutions

No Resolutions, Just Banana Pie

No resolutions this year… just confetti, courage, and maybe some...
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Friends sharing laughter together in a cozy living room, capturing the gift of laughter and connection during a joyful moment

2026: The Gift Of Laughter

Grief, change, and busy lives aside, we all need laughter....
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Inspirational grief quote on a soft green background about keeping the best parts of loved ones after loss.

Christmas, grief and the fireplace channel: How I'm learning to embrace new holiday traditions while paying tribute to my family

Grief isn’t a burden we carry alone. Though loss leaves...
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Cozy Christmas living room with a holiday tree, fireplace, coffee mug, and handwritten note listing simple holiday activities like movies, skating, bowling, reading, baking, and caroling.

When the Holidays Look Different

When the holidays don’t look the same, it’s okay to...
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Illustrated blog hero image featuring funny birthday gift ideas for Aquarius, including Plants Get Me socks, a movie mug, and the Pickles party game.

Funny Birthday Gifts for Aquarius That Are Clever, Quirky, and Totally Original

Aquarians are the thinkers, the question-askers, and the ones who...
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Funny winter storm meme with green text joke about a husband stuck outside looking in.

When the Storm Won't Let Him Back In

Toronto is buried in snow, the city is shut tight,...
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Funny men’s hockey socks featuring a goalie and puck design with the phrase “I Pucking Love Hockey,” a perfect gift for hockey lovers in Canada.

How Hockey Started (and Why We Pucking Love Hockey Socks)

Hockey has always been about passion, pride, and a little...
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The Christmas Story Movie

A Christmas Story

A Christmas Story is a heartwarming tale of young Ralphie...
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National Lampoon's Christmas Movie on DVD

National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation + Popcorn = The Smartphone Projector 2.0 Experience

A cozy, nostalgic rewatch of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, complete...
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Winter toys Canada snowman kit snow tube tabletop curling game Ontario fast ship

Winter Toys Canada: Snowman Kit, Snow Tube & Indoor Curling Fun

Snow-day survival kit: build, slide, then play indoor curling. Made-for-Canada...
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Funny birthday gifts for Capricorn including Goat Yoga party game and introvert socks, styled in an earth-tone flat lay by Danna Bananas Canada

Funny Birthday Gifts for Capricorns

Finding a great gift for a Capricorn doesn't have to...
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Traditional Ukrainian Christmas foods served on a festive holiday table

What Do Ukrainians Eat for Christmas?!

Celebrated on January 7, Ukrainian Christmas begins with Holy Eve,...
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