Monthly Archives: February 2012
Why not accumulate more debt?
Do you subscribe to the “live in the moment” school of thought, or do you prefer to plan for the future? Personally, I am a planner but I do embrace my more spontaneous side every once in a while, providing … Continue reading
Enjoying the Academy Awards
I am, and always have been, a great fan of music, dance and cinema. These art forms provide such quality entertainment and can stimulate your mind, heart and soul. Unfortunately, a soirée enjoying some of them can be quite expensive, depending … Continue reading
Nanny versus Public Daycare
Making the decision to hire a nanny for your child or to put them in daycare is never easy. There are so many different things to consider when weighing the pros and cons, and both choices can turn out to … Continue reading
Delight your palate this Valentine’s Day
Whether you are someone who approaches Valentine’s Day with a naive anticipation of love’s ultimate expression, or you buy into a more cynical view that February 14th was hijacked by Hallmark a long time ago, it is a valid excuse … Continue reading
Posted in Food, Lifestyle, Local Resources, Uncategorized
Tagged Allium, Beckta, Navarra, Oree du bois, Valentine's Day, Wellington Gastropub
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Conserve water, reduce costs
The City of Ottawa recently announced that its water rate would rise by 73% over the next decade! Given that tax increases have been capped at 2.5% annually, next year’s 6% increase in water rates is significant. The reason for … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Lifestyle, Saving
Tagged City of Ottawa, Dual flush toilet, Water conservation
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