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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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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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Top three things to do in Berlin when it rains

Germany had a record six weeks of sunshine and not a spot of rain.  Until I arrived.  By the time work wrapped up and my sister arrived for the weekend the rain was coming down in buckets.  Let’s face it, downpours … Continue reading

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