Valerie Pringle
She’s interviewed world leaders and scores of others who have impacted the world or the community. She’s reported on most of the memorable events in the last three decades. She’s shown us stunning, beautiful places on the planet and in Canada. What’s Valerie going to bring us next? What she’s receiving is a well deserved Order of Canada.
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Grocery cart etiquette
A Shopper's Guide to a Healthy 'Checkout'
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Pamper, rejuvenate, restore
SPRING – a time or renewal and rebirth. Follow mother natures lead to cleanse, rejuvenate and restore. Canada has a plethora of retreats to soothe the body, mind and soul. Pamper mom with a day at the spa; rekindle your romance for a luxurious weekend; or retreat to rejuvenate yourself. You'll be sure to find a spa to induldge all your desires.
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Spring clean your body
With each sunrise, we're a little older. As a trade-off for the privilege of waking up, many of us think we need to accept the occasional stiff muscle, forgetfulness, varicose veins or few extra pounds. We reminisce about days gone by when energy was boundless and sleep was the last thing on our minds at bedtime. Yet it's possible the symptoms of 'aging' you're experiencing might have nothing to do with your age. It's possible you just need a good spring-cleaning.
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Leave the juggling for the circus
As a single, working mom keeping it together is a challenge. When my sister said, "There is a big difference between juggling your life and balancing your life, and you juggle." I was surprised.
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younger, taller, thinner
Do you or have you ever had neck or back pain? Did you know that about 70% of recurring back or neck pain is because of poor posture? Postural exercise can help. In addition to your regular exercise plan, postural exercise helps prevent pain and creates a good, strong foundation – a healthy spine. With the right core and back strengthening tips in your arsenal of exercises, you’ll stand taller, project confidence and look thinner too!
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Recipes
The Dinner Fix by Sandi Richard, published by Simon & Schuster, 2007
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