Think outside the box... or city...

Hey there, good to see you again! My husband and I went to Calgary, AB for a little R&R. It was so nice to get away and be in a city where we didn't have any responsibilities or time schedules!

I don't know about you, but I need to leave my familiar surroundings once in a while to explore other worlds than my own. It brings me back to earth and gives me a deeper and more meaningful perspective regarding my purpose on this earth. I love comfort and leaving my comfort "zone," as some would describe it, is good for me! My hope is that this pring season you are able to do the same, whether it be volunteer with a new organization, go on a much needed vacation, or simply saying hello to a stranger who looks like they might need to know that someone cares!

I hope you had a wonderfully Blessed Easter weekend, with the weather turning a little brighter and the sun shining down a little warmer, all seems to be much better!

While in Calgary, I observed many initiatives that promote living responsibly including at the hotel and throughout the entire city! It was really great to see living a responsible and sustainable lifestyle being put as a priority. Go Calgary!

Lots of Love,
Chanel

Easter Sunday! Time for renewal....

Well today is Easter Sunday, and for those who are religious it is a day to rejoice because the Lord has risen and Lives!!!

Whatever your day may hold, to most Easter marks the beginning of springtime and the upcoming warmer weather Yaaa!! With summer just around the corner, Easter begins the flood (sometimes literately with the snow melting) of spring activity.

As natures reawakening begins, (in all it’s beauty), it is a great time for a reawakening in our own lives! It is a time when almost everyone starts planning for more outdoor activity and fun, getting out, being healthy and feeling ALIVE again after the long hibernation (well… I sure hibernate in the winter… come on it’s Saskatchewan)!

So as our focus shifts to the warm weather, and rebirth of our energetic selves… What better time than Easter to start some new traditions?

Here are a few tips and ideas to get your spring legs working again:
1. Get outside!!!! Whether it is a walk with a friend, cleaning up the yard, playing a sport, riding a bike, watching the birds etc. Get outside the fresh air will do us allll some good and it is truly enjoyable.
2. Easter marks the time when fresh vegetables and fruits come out! Yaaaaa! Add these to your diet, you’ll look and feel better. Better yet, walk or bike to the farmers market and then buy them… ooorrr GROW them!
3. Spend time with friends and family. Spring is a great time to plan events. Playing games outdoors, socializing, BBQ’in, patio season begins etc. or just enjoying the beauty of nature.

It is a fact that people who have active, healthy social lives are mentally and physically healthier and live longer lives. Yaaaa!!

Let’s try and look at spring as a time to renew your commitment to a healthier life, and a healthier world…. because it’s worth it!

What are some things you and your family do to ring in Spring ?

Happy Easter!
Heather

Spring Ring....

Yo! Yo! High five to spring time! After my bitter rant last post, I have gained some perspective, and I have been able to enjoy the wonder of melting snow and the sweet sweet sight of water running down the ground... the ground is soooo beautiful! I had forgotten how incredible walking on the ground and looking at the ground is! It sounds so simple, but it adds so much joy to my life.

Every year, it seems as though everyone forgets how warm air feels, and people come out of their homes in which they have been hibernating, and are able to become active and lively again! As I get out more often, I see many more friendly faces and happy people! Let's all be grateful for this incredible season of change, because we would not be this elated if everyday were sunny, warm, happy and bright! The hard and cold days make us grateful for the easy breezy beautiful days!

Heather, we hope you are having a blast and learning lots in Toronto! We are excited to hear about your adventures!

Spring is in the air, Chanel