DAILY TIP NOV 30 2011 HOLIDAY VERSION

DAILY TIP NOV 30 2011

HOLIDAY VERSION 

The holiday season is a perfect time to buy jewelry and today's tip will help you stretch those dollars while still finding that perfect piece that says 'Wow'.

http://www.myjewelrybox.com/ is a wonderful site for everyone on your list. From stunning necklaces and earrings to that spectacular ring she keeps asking for. Great prices, easy and secure transactions and free shipping make this site extremely attractive. Canadian residents can be excited that everything from the site is shipped from Canada to Canada with no duties!

No matter what your budget, My Jewelry Box.com will be sure to put sparkle under anyone's tree.

DAILY TIP NOV 29 2011 HOLIDAY VERSION

DAILY TIP NOV 29 2011

HOLIDAY VERSION

Have a 'foodie' on your list, but have no idea what to buy them? Well this daily tip is for you and them. Any foodie would be proud to have a personalized 'gift basket' from Golden Ears CheeseWorks in Maple Ridge. 

Their homemade cheeses, combined with jellies, relishes, compotes, herbs, vinegars from other local merchants would make any foodies mouth water. To make the gift basket even more special, Golden Ears CheeseWorks also has a variety of cheese accoutrement's like cheese boards, knives and brie warmers. 

If you still have room in your specially made gift basket, consider a gift certificate for one of their amazing Cooking Classes.

www.goldenearscheeseworks.com

DAILY TIP NOV 28 2011 HOLIDAY VERSION

DAILY TIP NOV 28 2011 HOLIDAY VERSION

Today's tip is for the health conscience. For those who suffer Chronic Illnesses, have specialized dietary needs or are just wanting to eat more Organic food; then today's tip is for you.

Abe's Market is a website for the Natural and Organically product minded. With gift baskets, free shipping and some amazing speciality items, Abe's will be a hit with everyone on your list. 

Be sure to check out their wonderful line of Natural products for your 4 legged family member too. 

Food, bath, beauty, home and fashion all on one site!

DAILY TIP NOV 27 2011 HOLIDAY VERSION

DAILY TIP NOV 27 2011 HOLIDAY VERSION

If you have a die hard fan of the Discovery Channel with hit shows like 'Deadliest Catch', then the Discovery Channel Store is the perfect website!

They have show DVDs, as well as apparel, general merchandise and one-of-a-kind gifts that are sure to be a hit for anyone in the family or for a 'Secret Santa'. 

Safe and easy transactions and a fun site to visit. Take advantage of the 'Cyber Monday' savings if you can!

DAILY TIP NOV 26 2011..the Holiday Version

DAILY TIP NOV 26 2011

Christmas versions!

From now until Christmas eve, I'll be showcasing some of my favorite websites for those hard to buy, last minute and unique gifts. 

Today's suggestion is for the 'Nerd' in the family. Think Geek.com is a quirky website that has something for everyone in the family; including the family pet.

If you love Star Trek, Dr Who, Star Wars etc; then this is your website. Great prices, excellent shipping (and quick). Safe and very user friendly. 

DAILY TIP NOV 25 2011

DAILY TIP NOV 25 2011 

A ladies' guide to Winter Driving Survival. To survive a winter of driving, you should always carry the following (just in case):

• SHOVEL (digging out a car with your bare hands takes just too long)
• BLANKET (in case you forgot to fill the gas tank before you hit the highway)
• WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID (not only does it help the wipers keep your windshield clean, but it will melt snow around your tires if you get stuck)
• BATTERY CHARGER (just in case you left your lights on while shopping)
• BOTTLED WATER (not just for thirst, it can also help melt snow)
• CHOCOLATE (in case you get hungry waiting for a tow from any of the above)
• SCRAPER AND BRUSH (lightly wiping snow off the windows to see won't cut it so make sure the whole car including lights are cleared of snow)
• CANDLE AND MATCHES (it will provide some heat if you need it)
• EMERGENCY KIT (band-aids, rubbing alcohol, gauze, scissors, hypothermia blanket, flares, flashlight (with extra batteries), change of underwear, socks and outfit (if you commute long distances), supply of daily medication (enough to get you through 2 days if needed), gum, dried snacks (long lasting in packages like jerky, dried fruits etc)

Kitty Litter is also good to carry as it will also melt snow (try and use biodegradable litter to be Eco-friendly)

You can pack most of this into a nice sized tote bag that you can toss in the back seat to keep handy. Being prepared helps prevent panic. If you get stranded in the snow, stay in your car (other cars could slide into you if you stand in front or along side your car). Make sure your phone is fully charged before you leave to get to your destination or charge it in the car as you are driving. If the weather is bad, it could take hours for a tow truck, so the water and food will come in handy as will the blanket to stay warm. 

DAILY TIP NOV 24 2011

DAILY TIP NOV 24 2011

Happy Thanksgiving! If you want to dress up the green bean casserole that is a traditional side dish, try using cream of cauliflower soup instead of cream of mushroom. Can also try using mixed vegetables (like a medley of carrots, peas and corn). Don't forget the deep fried onions for the topping!

350 degrees for 35 mins and you are happy happy! (great make ahead dish that is easy to warm up)

Enjoy a safe, happy and very special Thanksgiving and a great start to the holiday season!

DAILY TIP NOV 22 2011

DAILY TIP NOV 22 2011

Never take yourself too seriously. Humor can be the cure to many things. Nanny always said 'There is nothing better than a good laugh or a good cry to make you feel like yourself'. RIP Nanny 

It's my personal mission to give someone a 'depends' moment every day. If you can laugh so hard you almost pee your pants, I've succeeded. 

DAILY TIP NOV 21 2011

DAILY TIP NOV 21 2011

Some days you are the early bird and some days you are the worm. 

DAILY TIP NOV 16 2011

DAILY TIP NOV 16 2011

Consistency isn't always possible. Sometimes life events get in the way of being consistent. Coping with change is easier than fighting it. Embrace each day like it is your last!

DAILY TIP NOV 4 2011

DAILY TIP NOV 4 2011

Getting your flu shot and your pneumonia shot on the same day on a very nauseated stomach is NOT a good idea.

Flu shot every year, pneumonia shot every 5 years. Getting them together at once...NEVER

TIP OF THE DAY NOV 1 2011

TIP OF THE DAY NOV 1 2011

Today being 1-11-11 seems like a starting point to begin again. To wipe the slate clean, make new goals and close doors to no where. We are entering a month full of reflection, remorse, remembrance and rhetoric (last one unfortunate due to elections). I encourage everyone to take a moment between now and 11-11-11 to pick one project that would benefit the community you are in and do it. Food bank donation, volunteer somewhere, hold the door for someone. Be a glimmer of hope, a shining star or a just a shoulder. 

On 11-11-11 make a point to Thank a Solider, Hug a Vet and remember that Freedom has a Price and it's been WRITTEN IN BLOOD 

DAILY TIP OCT 27 2011

DAILY TIP OCT 27 2011

Not every hero wears a cape and tights. Remember the heroes that live in and around your community. Fire Fighters, Police, EMT's, Nurses, Doctors, Teachers and don't forget to acknowledge Volunteers. Volunteers are the backbone to any hero's success.

Become a Volunteer and be a hero to someone!

**of course Soldiers are their own brand of heroes** SO HUG A VET and THANK A SOLDIER!!

DAILY TIP OCT 19 2011

Sweating the small stuff takes you away from enjoying the big stuff.

DAILY TIP OCT 12 2011

DAILY TIP

Laughter is like the flu. When one person starts laughing, it becomes a happy pathogen that gets contracted by those around you. 

DAILY TIP OCT 9 2011

DAILY TIP OCT 9 2011

Temptation comes from not knowing what is inside 'Pandora's Box'. Regret is when you find out.

DAILY TIP OCT 8 2011

DAILY TIP

Letting your inner child out on occasion can be as rewarding as opening that first present Christmas morning. 

DAILY TIP # 9

DAILY TIP

Nothing bad has ever happened from reading a book. Unless of course you are in the movie 'The Mummy'.  

Knowledge is power! So everyone should be Hercules or strive to be.

DAILY TIP # 8

DAILY TIP

Never go to bed without saying 'I love you', as you'll never know what night will be your last.

DAILY TIP # 7

DAILY TIP # 7

Experience is life gone tragically wrong. Happiness is life gone terrifically right!