Category Archives: cheap fun
A dress a day #2
There’s something special about being given a dress once owned and worn by a woman you admire. Here’s a hand-me-down 80s vintage number. Sans labels, it was bestowed on me by a hard-working, farmer’s wife from Tunstall, Kirby Lonsdale, Cumbria, England. The centre … Continue reading
ski off
The thrill of the hill versus the cross-country glide. After a weekend spent at a friend’s cottage in Collingwood I’ve got the goods. Downhill: $: $84.70 (kit rental $28, lift pass $56.70) calories burned: 1680 (4 hours) carbon footprint: on the … Continue reading
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Engaging cupcakes
So what was this single gal doing on Saturday night two weeks ago? Adorned in frilly apron, white flower splashed effortlessly on cheeks, I was peering carefully at Martha’s recipe for classic vanilla cupcakes - the whir of the Kitchen Aid killing all … Continue reading
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Bazaarly happy
I only go to church once a year – to pay homage at the Christmas bazaar. On that blessed day, musty church basements are filled to the rim as revellers line up to buy homemade gingerbread, pies, jams and relishes of every … Continue reading
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mallrat
“Don’t forget to call!” I shouted to my parents as I waved them off in the driveway, their two cars and a trailer loaded down with precious possessions. As I turned and opened the door to my family home, it clicked: … Continue reading
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