tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-88063211480015820682024-03-05T21:06:50.875-05:00Celia M. ~ Living My High Heeled LifeEmpowering women to live their best life no matter your income, age, or where you live. To live a High Heeled Life is to live life luxuriously balanced one step at a time.highheeledlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07205935979513877589noreply@blogger.comBlogger791125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8806321148001582068.post-85878229461795232022018-02-04T14:59:00.000-05:002018-02-04T15:03:42.398-05:00I'm Moving On ....<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Lovelies, I have enjoyed our time together, but life happens and we need to be strong enough to move on when something no longer feels right, be it personal, career or creative outlet.<br />
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Long time readers of this little blog have seen it evolve over the years from when it was <i>Falling Off a High Heeled Life</i> to it's current incarnation <i>High Heeled Life and the City</i>. Over the past year I have gone back and forth whether it was time to discontinue High Heeled Life or continue on. The decision has not been an easy one to make. After considering all aspects, I know moving on and saying good bye to High Heeled Life - the blog, is the right thing to do for me.<br />
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I would like to take this opportunity to say THANK YOU! to all the amazing women, and connections I have made through this blog. Some of you have become off line friends and others though virtual friends - your friendship, kindness and support has meant the world to me - perhaps one day our paths will cross off line. I am leaving the HHL blog up so that you can always come back and find any past posts you wish to.<br />
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With the decision made I felt lighter and began to breathe with greater ease. I can now focus my energy and attention on the Resilientista projects I have been putting on hold. I hope you will make your way over to <a href="http://resilientista.com/">Resilientista.com</a> for your self care and creating your amazing life inspiration and tools - be sure to say Hello - when you visit.<br />
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<i><b><span style="font-size: large;">Other places to stay connected with me:</span></b></i><br />
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Facebook : <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Resilientista/" target="_blank">@resilientista</a> ; join our FB women's closed group the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1675973469349316/" target="_blank">Resilientista Social Lounge</a><br />
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The calendar will be turning to 2018 in just a couple of days ~ if you are going it solo, look at it as an opportunity to pamper yourself, explore new things and step outside of your comfort zone. There are plenty of things to do in Toronto (or in your city - check your city's website) when going New Year's Eve solo. Here are some suggestions for celebrating whether you choose to stay in or venture outside your door. </div>
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The perks of living in a city like Toronto is that there is an array of things to do for any occasion. Use the transit system to get around - in Toronto the subway is complimentary starting 7 pm on December 31 until 4 am on January 1. If you don't live in a big city, consider checking yourself into a hotel downtown and celebrate to your hearts desire.</div>
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Check out: <span id="goog_1693619736"></span><a href="https://singleinthecity.ca/toronto-singles-new-years-eve-party-2018/" target="_blank">Single in the City's one-of-a-kind Thai themed New Year's Party </a><br />
<a href="http://kingstreetclubcrawl.ca/#info" target="_blank">King Street Club Crawl - Why ring in the New Year at 1 club - when you can do 4 </a><br />
<a href="http://clubzone.com/places/rosewater/new-years-eve/" target="_blank">Toronto's Largest Singles NYE Party at Rosewater - presented by Match.com</a><br />
<a href="https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/new-years-eve-at-nathan-phillips-square/" target="_blank"> Nathan Phillips Square NYE Party (outdoors)</a><br />
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Host a Pot Luck: We all know people who are going solo or couples that wait to the last minute to <br />
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Look at this as an opportunity to catch up on things you have been neglecting. Maybe reading, catching up on a project, watch your favourite movie, write a letter to a friend, do some decluttering, plan the year ahead! ~ look at as as just another day.<br />
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Whether you start NYE day with a trip to the spa or a massage, use this time to focus on you! Say good-bye to 2017 by cooking yourself an indulgent meal or ordering from your favourite restaurant. Get some bubbly (or if you are like me there is already a bottle chilling in the fridge); put on some soft music, light some candles, enjoy a luxurious bath , slip on your pjs and curl up on the sofa with a good book, watch movies. Watch the ball drop in NYC, or fireworks from Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square, or Niagara Falls at midnight from the warmth and comfort of your sofa. Start the New Year taking care of you!!<br />
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Happy New Year Lovelies,<br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The last six months of 2017 have been the most challenging of my life so far, and if you have been a long time reader of this blog - you would think, like I did, that nothing would top surviving what should have been a fatal pedestrian/car accident; or the death of a soul friend. When my life did a 180-degree turn in July, it numbed everything within me, even breathing seemed impossible. Surprisingly my body managed to carry on the motions of day-to-day life. For weeks I kept reliving that moment, when my whole world collapsed beneath my feet, not able to process the pain, hurt, betrayal. It felt</span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"> like a cloak of darkness pushing me down to the deep bowels of mother earth, where I would be buried, discarded and forgotten - like the plans that had been made at the beginning of the year. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I always say it is not what happens to us that defines us - It's whether we choose to let it keep us down or use it to spring board us towards the path we are meant to be on. I'll be honest lovelies, it was a lot of hard work to get to that point this go-round but, with the support, patience and caring from long time and new friends, along with lots of </span>journaling, reflecting, self care, and yes copious amounts of bubbly may have been involved, at times. Here are 17 things and the most important thing I learned, which helped get me through to the end of 2017 in one piece. </span></div>
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17. Love is not always enough.</div>
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16. Furbabies are affected by life changes as much as their human(s).</div>
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15. Sometimes you will never get the answers or know why; have faith the universe has your back.</div>
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14. Your thoughts really do create your reality. Think positive.</div>
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13. When you think you can't go on, Meditate, you will discover you can.</div>
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12. Your tribe of women friends will appear when you need them most. You know who you are!</div>
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11. Letting go is crucial to moving forward.</div>
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10. Another's actions are a reflection of who they are, not you.<br />
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8. Every Life Chapter comes with an ending, and not all characters will make it to the next.</div>
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6. Some friends truly are extended family. </div>
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5. <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">You become the average of the people you surround yourself with. Choose carefully!</span></span><br />
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4. Time is the best healer.<br />
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2. There is such a thing, as a hurt so great - that you literally can't breath when it hits you. </div>
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The <b><span style="font-size: x-large;">most important thing</span></b> I learned in 2017: It's not whether the glass is full or empty... it's that the <span style="font-size: x-large;">glass is refillable</span>! Sometimes, the best thing that happens is when the glass falls over, and it's contents are entirely spilled. Pick it up, rinse it out and REFILL IT with the best things in life.</div>
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I had this AHA moment after listening to Heidi share it in a video, earlier this year. She mentioned it again in the above video. Lovelies this was truly a game changer for me. There will be times in life when no matter how positive, forgiving, understanding or optimistic you are (try to be), the best thing you can do is empty the glass, because it can be refilled - with confidence, self growth, self love, and everything you need to live the life you want to be living! AND with a POSITIVITY great than anything you could have imaged.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Learn more about the Positive People Army <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/256236711472296/?ref=br_rs" target="_blank">HERE</a> and discover more inspirational videos by Heidi <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv1KLbHV3FRPC-dYoBa8ZLA" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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Last week I had the privilege of attending a private pre-screening of <b><i>My Piece of the City</i></b>, at <a href="http://danielsspectrum.ca/" target="_blank">Daniels Spectrum</a>. A brilliant documentary by Director Moze Mossanen and Producer Teresa M. Ho. The film gives audiences a glimpse of the early days of this area in Toronto; how it came to be Regent Park and the current revitalization as viewed by youth who call this community home.<br />
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I walked away feeling Regent Park is more than just a Toronto neighbourhood, and definitely not what the media has represented it as. It is a community of amazing people - young and old from all walks of life. And what a blessing that it's part of Toronto! <span style="background-color: white;">The cast gives a wonderful performance, I found myself connecting and cheering them all on - as their journey came to life with each frame of the film. </span>I highly recommend you put this on your must see film list - <strong style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px;">World Premiere Screening</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #202020;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Saturday November 18th 2017! (see below to reserve your seat)</span></span><br />
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If you follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/celiamhighheeledlife/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you may already know that there is always a reason to celebrate, and relaxing is not optional! And what could make these two things even more fabulous? Well, a flute of bubbly or glass of wine of course. So imagine my delight when I discovered a local wine club that offers wine events, tours and classes.</div>
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One of my favorite Instagram accounts to follow is SuperWineGirl, and lovelies she is a local Torontonian!! Her Insta feed is filled with all things wine, and amazing food pairings, great tips and parties. <span style="background-color: white; color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Angela Aiello is the gal behind SuperWineGirl, and if inspiring us with her adventures and wine photos wasn't filling our love for all things wine? I recently learned she is also the creator of iYellow Wine Club, </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: inherit;">As a Portuguese born gal - whose favourite port wine is Taylor Fladgate, there was little arm twisting needed to get me out a Monday night to attend the Taylor Fladgate 325 year Port Party - hosted by iYellow Wine Club at Spoke Club, with a gal pal, last week; and let me tell you it was an amazing </span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #262626; font-family: inherit;">experience - in my friends words "best wine party we have attended together in a long time!". From the friendly staff, to the entertainment, snacks and wine sampling it was all done with elegance and attention to detail. I had the opportunity to speak with Angela, and she is most lovely and friendly. I look forward to attending future iYellow events and taking a class or two to learn more about different wines. With the holidays just around the corner the class on Holidays favs is already on my possible activity list for </span><span style="color: #262626;">November</span><span style="color: #262626; font-family: inherit;">.</span></span></div>
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Here are some photos of the Taylor Fladgate Port Party I attended ... enjoy!</div>
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Jorge Ramos, Taylor Fladgate<br />
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The baker behind the amazing cake ....Laura Strath, pastry chef - Simply Cake<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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As the cold and darkness of winter make way for the warmer, color filled days of spring it is the perfect time to be reminded that no matter the season we may find our lives in, it is only a matter of time before it too changes.<br />
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When we find our lives in what seems like and eternity of late Autumn and Winter, it is easy to forget all the wonderful Spring, Summer and early Autumns we were blessed with. And remember the days we find ourselves in - are temporary.They will pass, it is the unknown of exactly when they will end and brighter days begin, that add to the frustration of a situation, and the forgetfulness that they will change.<br />
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Sometimes the darkest and coldest days, are the ones that end up helping us to appreciate the good days, but more importantly learn to be more compassionate, loving and caring towards others. These are also the days that when they are replaced with Spring, will help us to stop and actually smell the flowers and try to live in the moment.<br />
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Health, marital, parental, loss of a loved one or self, economical, education,family, friends, or co-workers the reason for our dark days are as varied as the length the Winter season of life will last, each time we find ourselves there (yes, ladies ... we will find ourselves there more than once, unfortunately). It's also important to remember that just because someone else had a short (or long) Winter season for similar situation our season is unique to us and thus no two people will experience it the same way.<br />
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I'm not an expert on life seasons, and certainly not an expert on getting through the Winter season of life, that is often filled with hurt, anger, pain, depression, frustration, anxiety or (<u>fill in the blank</u>.) But I will share some of the things that have help me to get through some the darkest days of my Winter life season:<br />
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Though I'm not religious, I have always had Faith that HE has a plan and Believe this was part of it. I also had to remember to DREAM, of what life may now hold for me. These three things have not always been easy ... but with the help of family, friends, and even strangers (who have become friends) I have managed to remember FAITH, BELIEVE, DREAM are the foundation to leaving behind the dark days.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">1. Gratitude Journal ~</span></b><br />
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Each evening before I turn off the lights, I pull out my gratitude journal and write at least ONE THING that I'm thankful for that day. On the days that are very dark, and I can't seem to feel Thankful ... instead of going to sleep without saying thanks ... I will read back over things I have written and am reminded just how much I do have to be thankful for.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>2. I Am Loved and Worthy Reminder Notes ~</b></span><br />
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In the early days of recovery, often the days were only dark and to the point that I often questioned if it would be easier to die than live (Yes, it was horrible not just for me but my family and loved ones to see me at such lows). One of the things that helped was reading how close friends and family felt about me. At the suggestion of a psychologist, I wrote a letter to family and close friends explaining that it would be helpful if they would write a few things about how they felt /saw me, on the enclosed note paper (the size of a square post it note) and mail it back to me in the addressed/stamped envelope. Each person did take a few moments to send encouraging words ~ each one was different and touched on the various facets that made me. When I received these I placed them in a scrapbook ~ and would read them over and over, especially if I felt an episode of heighten depression coming on. They pulled me out of melt downs and on not so dark days - they made me feel loved, cared about and worthy.<br />
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Sometimes a day or two in bed is exactly what we need. Learning to accept this was equally hard as was getting out of bed on other days.<br />
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Getting out of the house during the dark Winter season of life can be an overwhelming event. Once outside, breathing in the fresh air and feeling a little breeze or sunshine on your face will help brighten your mood. It wasn't until we got our little Dolce (Yorkie) that getting out to the patio for even 5-10 minutes a day - became more regular.<br />
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One of my fondest memories is having afternoon tea with friends, when I lived in the city, sometimes at someone's home, though most often at a hotel (Windsor Arms) that served traditional Afternoon Tea. One afternoon I boiled the kettle, plopped a tea bag in a mug and sipped my tea. The warmth of the tea not only warmed my insides, it was like a soothing peace surrounded me. Over time instead of just boiling water and plopping a tea bag into a mug, I decided to search for some of my tea pots.<br />
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By using a teapot and strainer I was able to also enjoy loose leaf tea. But the unexpected benefit was sitting quietly while the tea steeped, thinking of only the tea and how wonderful it would feel. Without realizing it for those moments my mind also quieten. I began making Afternoon Tea a part of my day, as often as possible. I even went back dug my teacups out of the storage boxes and set 3 pm - when I'm home and not at or between appointments, that tea is served in our home.<br />
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I've set-up a tea trolley and sit here for 15-30 minutes and enjoy looking outside and letting my mind quieten, embracing the warmth and peace I feel during these few minutes in my day.<br />
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As a very independent woman ... acknowledging that I now was not capable of doing things, that once came so easily... was not easy ... let alone Asking for help ... words I never even considered to utter. Thankfully for the most part I have been able to put pride/ego aside and now let others help and have even been known to utter the words "I NEED HELP".<br />
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I'd like to be able to say "these" always work or I always implement "these" ... but I am human like you! These are just a few of the things I have found help me weather the Winter of my life. I hope one or two will also help you.<br />
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It's been a very long time since I've been to the island, so as Toronto remains under an extreme heat warning - 3 days into autumn, I thought WHY NOT! To get to the island you need to take either a water taxi, private boat or the ferry. With it being a week day and school back in session - it was a relatively short wait at the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal.<br />
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Since it's already into autumnon a week day, many of the restaurants and attractions are closed. But, there are still places to get food and ice cream!! The island has lots to offer and signs along the main path help direct you.</div>
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Just beyond the water fountain are magnificent formal gardens! At first glance we missed the butterflies , but as we paused - we began to see the these little darlings were abundant.<br />
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The view along the pier (which extends into Lake Ontario) is breath taking and even on this autumn week day, there were quite a few people, and families cooling off from this unseasonable record breaking hot temperatures on the sandy beach area.</div>
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The island has vast areas of grassed areas ... perfect for connecting to mother earth in your bare feet; enjoying a picnic; or relaxing with a book, or just being in the moment.<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">Whether you just come for a leisurely walk, jog, bike ride; a picnic or to escape the heat - why not make Toronto Island a destination this autumn? I know I plan to be back again soon, and explore the various areas of the islands in more depth. </span><span id="goog_2052304048"></span><br />
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<span style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Getting to the Ferry Terminal:</i></b> I suggest taking the TTC: take the subway to Union Station. The terminal is approximately a 15 minute walk. Alternatively you can transfer to the 509 or 510 Street Car - exit at Queens Quay Ferry Docks Terminal - once you are at street level .. it's approximately a 4 minute walk. </span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;"><b><i>Useful to Note:</i></b> There are 3 ferry route destinations: - <i><b><a href="http://www.torontoisland.com/wards.php" target="_blank">Wards Island</a></b>,</i> the residential part of the island; <i><a href="http://www.torontoisland.com/hanlans.php" target="_blank"><b>Hanlan's Point</b>,</a></i> is the most green, and has a clothing optional beach; <b><i><a href="http://www.torontoisland.com/center.php" target="_blank">Centre Island</a></i></b> (where I went), is where you'll find fountains, formal gardens, Centreville Amusement Park, Franklin's Children's Garden, the pier, sandy beach areas, and lots of picnic areas. There are bike rentals on the island, dog parks, and many other attractions. Find more information <a href="http://www.torontoisland.com/index.php" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">Ferry Schedule and additional info <a href="http://www.torontoisland.com/ferry.php" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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Change is inevitable, whether you realize it or not everything in life involves change. But, change is not always easy to transition through - even when we initiate change, the unknown of how the change will impact us can leave a very unsettling feeling. And when change in our life is not of our choosing, especially when it's unexpected can send us onto a roller coaster of emotions such as: shock, denial, guilt (you could have done, been more), blame (someone else caused this), and eventually you will think with a clarity you didn't think possible, and accept what has happened. Once you accept the change - you will be able to start moving towards creating a new life.</div>
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1. <i><b>FEEL</b></i> the emotions and carry on: Too often we don't allow our emotions to be felt - we've all read and possibly shared phrases such as "put your big girl pants on" or "suck it up butter cup"or "build a bridge and get over it", you get the idea. By suppressing our emotions we are setting ourselves up to keep holding on to whatever has occurred. </div>
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You will go through a series of emotions (fear, anger, joy, relief, grief,sadness etc.) - there is no "magic" order in which you will experience these emotions or if you experience one, a few or all; the length of time each will last; nor the repeat of these until you accept what has occurred (this is isn't to say even when you have reached the AH HA moment of acceptance that some of these emotions may not creep up from time to time). But having allowed yourself to experience them in the raw - will make it much easier to acknowledge should they creep up again, and not let them take over your life.</div>
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2. <b><i>ASK</i></b> yourself the question WHY - you are feeling so depleted by the change: is it that you are letting ego get in the way? is that losing a loved one - makes you realize your own immortality? after a break-up is that you are feeling lost, alone, betrayed, unsupported? When we are able to identify why we are feeling a certain way - it helps us to put the situation into perspective, which then enables us to put action steps in place to help us through the healing process.</div>
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3. <i><b>Be THANKFUL</b></i> for all the amazing people and things you have in your life. Take a look through your gratitude journal if you need a little reminder. Don't have a gratitude journal - perfect time to start one. Start writing down at least 3 things that happened in your day that you are grateful for - could be as basic as food to eat, a roof over your head, conversation with a dear friend or a stranger that smiled. Make a point each evening or morning to add to your gratitude journal.</div>
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4. <b><i>LOOK</i></b> for the silver lining, sometimes you may have to really look but, I promise you there is always one! Loss of job, could lead to a better career or opportunity to go back to school to study a subject you have always wanted; loss of a loved one, appreciate the family members you still have; the end of a relationship, frees you to explore other parts of you which you may have forgotten about or not realized existed.</div>
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5. <b><i>BREATHE</i></b> ... whatever the change, know that as long as you are breathing you have an opportunity to create an amazing life. It will be different - but know <i>"The Best Is Yet To Come"</i>!</div>
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Whether you are looking to satisfy your appetite, sweet tooth or looking for a hot/cold beverage Light Cafe is serving up a <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #0a0a0a; font-family: inherit;">great selection of gourmet café food and drinks with a contemporary twist. Super friendly and welcoming staff. A great up beat vibe, lots of natural light filters in from the floor to ceiling window ... and the live plant wall really is a wonderful touch of green - it's like being outside indoors.</span></span></div>
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I fell in love with this yummy treat! The strawberry mille feuille is a delectable melody of light flaky pastry, cream, fresh strawberries, a petite scoop of strawberry ice cream, and an infusion of strawberry puree. It really is a party for the senses!!</div>
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Feeling a little parched or looking for a place to enjoy a hot or cold beverage? Light Cafe has you covered with their extensive offering: espresso bar, slow drip hand brew coffee, infused loose leaf tea, au laits, and refreshing alternatives.</div>
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On a recent visit ... I took a little break from my writing day with leisure reading and a cup of Earl Grey Rose Au Lait!! ( lovelies if you enjoy an Au Lait, you must try this one, you will thank me!)<br />
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<span style="color: #0a0a0a; text-align: left;">Light Cafe is located at : 23 Baldwin Street</span><br />
<span style="color: #0a0a0a; text-align: left;">Easily </span><span style="color: #0a0a0a; text-align: left;">accessible</span><span style="color: #0a0a0a; text-align: left;"> via the St. Patrick TTC Station or the 505 Dundas street car McCaul stop.</span><br />
See menu <a href="http://lightcafe.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/LightCafeMenu.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> or visit their website: <a href="http://lightcafe.ca/">LightCafe.ca</a><br />
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When you are driving along, and the GPS begins to say "Recalculating" it's often because you have taken a different path than originally mapped or perhaps an unexpected event(s) occurred ahead - and the GPS is directing you towards a more efficient route to reach your destination. The <i><span style="font-size: x-large;">Universe is like GPS for life</span></i> ... if we are straying from where we are suppose to be, events will occur that will help steer us back. Unfortunately these events may not always happen in the form of a joyous occasion, most often they are gut wrenching, WTF kinda of events.</div>
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Our first reaction, may be to want to stay on the path we know, even if we sense it could be chaos, overwhelming or dangerous to are well being (emotional, mental and/or physical health). A long time ago I recall someone saying to me ... <i><span style="font-size: large;">"when something happens to us, it is good to wait at least 48 hours - this way you will be acting on what has happened instead of reacting. After all what happened will not change, but how you see it and respond to it may"</span></i>. I recently found myself practicing this advice, and I have to say my initial response and how I view a recent life changing event has changed drastically from my initial ego and fear driven thoughts. </div>
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I'm not going to sugar coat it lovelies, it is not easy choosing to take action vs reacting, and in all honesty when my heart was pulled out and stomped on like it never in my 50 years had been; not allowing ego and fear to take over was like trying to give a bath to a cat -who hates water! The days, and weeks that followed became filled with more questions than answers. "This" became one of those moments where I realized nothing would ever be the same. I think actively practicing regular self care and love has given me the wisdom and sound foundation to examine "this" with a clarity that may not have otherwise existed; and I also knew that I was <span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>not going to let "this" destroy me</i></span>. </div>
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1. Take TIME: When we are feeling betrayed or hurt, it is instinct to reach out to people who care about us - but in the next few hours, days - try to allow yourself time to process what has become your "new reality". While well intended, our friends and loved ones will go into protective mode of us - and we can easily take on their thoughts on the situation. Give yourself time to figure out how YOU really are feeling about the situation.</div>
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2. TALK to someone: If you are needing to talk - reach out to a psychologist, or other professional who can remain objective and help you through the initial processing of what has occurred. I am a firm believer that we should all have a psychologist on retainer and on speed dial.</div>
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3. Be SELECTIVE: When we are hurting, our need to feel loved, protected and connected can leave us vulnerable to blurting out our personal life to anyone who will listen. Seriously, the sales lady does not need to know your business. Limit your discussion to a handful of friends/loved ones - this is what our besties (see below) are for. </div>
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4. KNOW your besties: While our besties have our back ... in the days following the avalanche of your life - you will have days when you need the bestie, who will snap you into reality - no sugar coating tough love; other days you need the one who will hold your hand and draw on her experiences to help you process; and yet other days the one who just listens without interruption, judgement or I told you so. Of course they will all be ready with bubbly, a cup of tea, chocolate and ice cream - because you have the best BESTIES!!</div>
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5. Allow yourself time to GRIEVE: No matter what "this" was whether it was for the best or whether it really doesn't make sense, it's important to grieve the loss of what once was your life. Ensure you take off the rose coloured & bitter glasses, reflect on the good, the bad, the ugly, and the WTFs. But don't linger too long .... accept what has happened and start looking forward.</div>
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FORGIVENESS - what has happened cannot be changed, life will never be the same, you will never be the same, BUT ... when you forgive (be it yourself or another) you release the hold the past has on you ... and when this happens, the magic of new beginnings emerge ... and oh what a beautiful life you have ahead of you!! ( you just may not know it or be able to see it yet).</div>
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Lovelies remember, when the life we ordered has been discontinued - look at it as an opportunity to recalculate and set a new course for you and your life.</div>
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The gals of Sex and the City are a great representation of the ease in which friendships are made in our 30s. The opportunities for social outings with other women seemed limitless and friendships were easily made. Why does that seem to change as we get into our late 40s and 50s? Is it age or is it something else?</div>
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I pondered this question recently, and thought about my own situation; at first glance it was easy to paint it as an age thing. But with further thought, I believe it's more of a<span style="font-size: x-large;"> life stage thing,</span> and not being able to make friends after 50 really is a limiting believe. There is no friendship cut off age and as life changes (think geographic moves, divorce or loss of spouse/partner, illness, semi/retirement, empty nester etc.) or, current friends no longer offer the support and encouragement that makes a friendship, many people find themselves needing or wanting to make new friends.</div>
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Most notably when I found myself with unexpected free time on my hands and reached out to my gal friends for an impromptu gals nite. While everyone was excited about the idea and so wanted to attend - most already had other commitments for that evening. What I learned is that impromptu may not work the way it once did - as many have spouses, children, grandchildren; others are back in the dating scene or already filling their weekends way ahead of time (one friend in particular is booked every weekend past Labour Day!). </div>
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Does this mean that social activities as your life stage changes is limited to mostly family or solo activities? ABSOLUTELY NOT! ~ one only has to click through Instagram to see women in their late 40s, 50s and beyond actively having amazing social lives with their gal (and even male) pals.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">3) Make Friends with Yourself </span>: take yourself out on dates, and outings, get to know what you enjoy (and equally important what you don't like) doing. When you are your own friend, you are exuding an air of happiness, confidence, and love; and that will be the friends you will attract.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">4) Take a class</span>: It doesn't matter what the class is - so long as it's something you enjoy. You will already have one thing in common with your classmates. So sign up for that pottery, yoga, sewing, spin etc. class.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">5) Travel with a Tour Group</span>: If you enjoy travelling but all your friends are busy or you have no one to travel with, don't let that enjoyment go. Travelling with a tour group, offers the feeling of traveling with someone as well as the opportunity to meet new people who may turn into a new friend.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">6) Reconnect with Friends</span>: Sometimes friends drift because of life circumstances. If there is a friend you really enjoyed doing things with reach out to them, who knows you may be able to pick up where you left off or may have an amazing new friendship. If it doesn't go beyond the initial contact - that's ok too!</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">7) Create a Social Routine</span>: Especially if you work from home, are (semi/) retired, that gets you out of the house. Once or twice a week - have coffee at a particular cafe; go for a walk; or meet friends after after work.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">8) Use Technology</span> : Whether you find yourself in a new city or your life stage has changed <a href="https://www.meetup.com/" target="_blank">MeetUp.com </a> is a great way to meet new people with common interests.</div>
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1) All relationships have an expiry date, and too often we remain in a relationship hoping "the person" will change their spots, despite how many times they let us down. </div>
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2) When a relationship has come to an end no matter how long it may not have been good - you still need to take time to heal, reconnect with yourself and recharge yourself. Jumping into another relationship will only provide a band-aid solution and you may find yourself in the same predicament in the months, years to come.</div>
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3) If someone's actions threaten your well being - be it health, financial, emotional or physical well-being;while your heart may want to give them an opportunity to make things better, it's also important to set a time limit for things to be rectified. Let the person know ... and then do not cave! Walk away. If you let them know how something is making you feel and they don't take steps to make you feel secure - <b><i>then they are being about them self only</i></b> - and have no interest in comprise (or your feelings).</div>
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4) If someone is not happy with your reaction to their original action, that you brought to their attention - and goes on to further break your trust and blames you because of the reaction ! RUN!! as much as your heart may not have caught up with your head. KNOW it takes two to make things work or not - if he takes no responsibility for his part, know he has given you a gift of freedom, even if it's rocking your very essence and being to the core and it hurts like hell!</div>
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5) Each relationship teaches us something - if we take the time to reflect and identify the lessons. Knowing the lessons will better equip us to apply them in future relationships, thus breaking the cycle and not having to relearn the lesson.</div>
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6) Forgiveness is key to moving forward. Forgive for your own well being - even if you don't tell the other person you forgive them. Try this mantra "I let go, and forgive him" - keep repeating it until it's true. </div>
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7) A man will always tell you who he really is. If he says "you are too good for him", "he is a bad boy" BELIEVE him. This was something a good friend's mother once told us - while I have never forgotten this - I may not always have put her very wise words to practice.</div>
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8) Relationships are hard work and I do believe that almost everything can be worked out. But if the person you are with has not worked out his relationship with himself - don't expect things to be smooth sailing.</div>
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9) The early days, weeks, months and even years may run smoothly, after all it's shiny new. Even if its built on the ruins of the past relationship. But in time cracks will appear. Until each person has dealt with their pain of a past relationship and has a healthy relationship with them self - they cannot truly have a healthy relationship with another.</div>
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10) Even healthy relationships can come to an end. The difference is though some things may not have worked - RESPECT and LOVE has always been present. You both cared enough to recognize you may not work as a couple, and that's OK .... but you are able to maintain a friendship. </div>
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I know it's been a while since I last posted here and visited many of you, thank you for all the emails and PM asking how I was doing - know I'm slowly working my way back. There have been lots of changes happening all around me; some by choice, others not so much. In the midst of the chaos I launched the <a href="http://issuu.com/resilientistamagazine/docs/resilientista_magazine_-_spring_201?e=28045430/47629657" target="_blank">Resilientista Magazine</a> (which I'll share more about on it's own future post); and my calendar has been filled with lots of community service, and taking care of my health & wellness.</div>
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As I reviewed all that was on my desk, I realized that I was in need of some serious streamlining for my well being, so I started to look at ways to do this. Writing two blogs was really overwhelming and so I have decided to only blog here. And will be restructuring <a href="http://www.resilientista.com/" target="_blank">Resilientista</a> to better reflect the direction it is taking, which will no longer include a blog section. But don't worry lovelies, it is remaining self care , self love, and creating the life you want to be living in the next chapter of your life - focused. It will also be highlighting some extraordinary women who are passionate about helping women live their best life - can't wait to share all the fabulousness with you!!</div>
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Since I will be a little wrapped up finalizing the restructuring of Resilientista over the next couple of months, I'm sharing below some of the most popular posts from Resilientista Musings, you may not have seen or perhaps would enjoy reading again. </div>
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The bitter cold made way for mild chills and the urns on the front porch got a little more colorful.<br />
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Enjoyed afternoon tea at <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.colettetoronto.com/" target="_blank">Colette Grand Café</a></span> with my friend Shirley ... </span><br />
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The great weather beckon road trips to the country home .. and these two were all in!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Attended CAFTCAD - <span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">one of Toronto's busiest working stages - </span></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">WOW ! what unique finds </span></div>
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Made my way to the <a href="https://www.evergreen.ca/" target="_blank">Evergreen Brick Works</a> and discovered some amazing Belgium waffles. </div>
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My favourite highlight for April was making it to <a href="http://www.highparktoronto.com/" target="_blank">High Park </a>to enjoy the cherry blossoms!<br />
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The weather has certainly been amazing here in Toronto and the warmth and sunshine is really beckoning me to get outside. Here are some of the things I'm considering this weekend...</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">According to the park's website - the</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> original prediction of full bloom between April 23 and 26 has now extended through the weekend of April 29 and 30. It really is a sight to behold, and unlike most things we can access on demand - if you miss this year's bloom - you will need to wait another year to experience this magical show from mother nature. More details, maps and driving/TTC directions can be found <a href="http://www.highparktoronto.com/cherry-trees-2017.php" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></span><br />
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Friday, April 28 – 10:00am to 6:00pm<o:p></o:p></div>
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Saturday, April 29 – 10:00am to 5:00pm<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: left;">Visit one of Toronto's busiest working stages and scoop up unique finds from film and television productions shot in Toronto.</span><br />
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On April 29, get out and help support independent bookstores. The event takes places at various locations throughout the city with readings, signings and appearances - <a href="https://authorsforindies.com/" target="_blank">click here</a> for more information.. runs all day from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.</div>
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<span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit;">C</span><span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit;">atch t</span><span style="background-color: white;">wo of the finest Jazz musicians in the country,</span><span style="background-color: white;"> Ted Quinlan & Mike Downes at Arvo Coffee in the Distillery District on April 30th - admission is free. more info <a href="https://twitter.com/arvocoffee?lang=en" target="_blank">here</a>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The 2017 Hot Docs Festival, showcases 230 films from a record 58 countries - April 27 to May 7. Tickets range from from $17 - $24 ... View film schedule </span><a href="https://boxoffice.hotdocs.ca/WebSales/pages/list.aspx?epguid=6b463376-e23f-4545-8bc1-9ce3c6dded28&perpage=13&cp268=Highlight&ep=1" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">HERE</a><span style="font-family: inherit;">.</span><br />
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Last weekend to experience Street Food Market at the Evergreen Brick Works. Since early March weekend visitors to the Evergreen Brick works have been enjoying a collection of local, street-inspired eateries from across the GTA. Kick off your weekend with a breakfast fix starting at 10 am ... or visit through the day until 5:00 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. I know I'm looking forward to experiencing the Wafel Bar!! Find out more <a href="https://www.evergreen.ca/whats-on/event/street-food-market-at-evergreen-brick-works/" target="_blank">HERE</a><br />
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While it was actually on February 28th, (pancake Tuesday), my search for pancakes took me to</div>
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this delightful place called <a href="http://attitudeivlife.blogspot.ca/2017/03/old-school-toronto.html" target="_blank">Old School Toronto</a>. </div>
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If you follow along on Instagram, you will recognize the name <span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; text-align: start;">Trattoria Nervosa, it's one of my fav places to eat. I've wrote about my introduction to this great eatery <a href="http://attitudeivlife.blogspot.ca/2016/02/lets-eat-trattoria-nervosa.html" target="_blank">here</a>, In March I had the opportunity to catch up with a business colleague/friend and enjoy a light lunch.</span><br />
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What better way to enjoy the evening on International Women's Day, than with a group of fabulous women who are taking their personal financial security seriously and thanks to RBC Global Asset Management we learned it's never too late to get started.</div>
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Tutti Pizza!! was delighted to discover the Yorkville location is re-opened!<br />
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Attended a talk at <a href="http://www.verity.ca/" target="_blank">Verity</a> hosted by my friend <a href="http://powersourceforwomen.com/about-our-books/" target="_blank">Susan Sommers</a>, on the importance of fitness. She did her first marathon in her 60s!! Recently launched her second book Love Your Body, Embrace Your Life and though I've heard her speak many times, each time I walk away inspired and motivated.<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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I have been wanting to invest in a Nespresso machine for some time ...<br />
and on a recent trip to Canadian Tire found it on sale!! in red ... <span style="text-align: left;"> </span><br />
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The flower shops on Avenue Road - always offer up some beautiful blooms, year round to brighten your day! Though I shop all ... I often find myself popping in to Jong Young Flower Market, where one weekend in March I discovered this amazing commercial mum!!<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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Strolling through the Loblaws close to my home, and discovering they are not only one of the locations authorized to sell wine - but that they stock my fav bubbly!! Now that made my March!</div>
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Moonbean Coffee Company is a micro roaster of amazing coffee which they ship all over the country, call Toronto home. But, they are more than just fabulous coffee ...<span style="text-align: left;"> in the cafe you will also find:</span></div>
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when you need a juice fix , they can fill it<br />
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And if it's a cup of tea you fancy ... they offer a wonderful selection of over 30 loose leaf teas.<br />
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There is plenty of seating - and when the weather permits ... they have patio seating.<br />
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On a recent visit, my friend Shirley and I went for the tea .. I choose Angel Falls and she went for the Milk Oolong Wuyi Mountains.<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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Are you in need of some old fashion comfort food - Old School Toronto is a must try. Friendly staff, good vibes and a menu selection that includes the most amazing pancake dishes - like this one I <strike>woofed </strike> enjoyed like I hadn't had pancakes in years. Perhaps it was the melody of flavours - fried banana, fluffy pancakes, bacon (lots of it), butter and maple syrup dancing on my taste buds.</div>
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It's no secret that for us to function at our best we need to have proper sleep and allow our bodies, mind and spirit to relax from all the day- to-day stress we are faced with. Yet, it is this precious sleep that is often the first thing sacrificed when we need "more" hours to complete tasks for work, family/friends, or participate in social outings. Think about how often you cut into your sleep time because, a report/something had to be completed for work; or you "needed" to do something for someone else that you had not planned on; and my favourite you when you fall down that hole known as social media - Pintrest, Facebook, Instagram etc... next thing you know you should have been sleeping two hours ago (I know I'm guilty of this). Or you go to sleep at the appropriate time, but still awaken feeling tired.</div>
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If you have been reading this blog for any amount of time, you know that part of my self care includes energy healing (Reiki, Chakra balancing etc.), I've written about it <a href="http://attitudeivlife.blogspot.ca/2013/03/chakras-everyone-has-them-what-are-they.html" target="_blank">here</a>, <a href="http://attitudeivlife.blogspot.ca/2012/01/reflexology-and-chakras-for-balanced.html" target="_blank">here</a>, and <a href="http://attitudeivlife.blogspot.ca/2014/02/feeling-off-maybe-its-your-energetic.html" target="_blank">here</a>. So, when I was offered the opportunity to experience some energy healing with Daria Romaniello, who recently open her wellness practice in Scarborough - I was happy to accept. </div>
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On the scheduled day I remember thinking this opportunity couldn't have come at a better time, I have been over doing it, and feeling a bit stressed and overwhelmed with all the recent decisions I've been making about where to live, the planing and process of preparing for the move and other life changes. A little energy healing would help get stagnant energy flowing, which would also help to jump start balancing my energetic health. As I walked into her office, Daria made me feel at ease right away. She excludes caring and this is reflected in the welcoming feeling you get when you step into her healing space. After our introductions Daria, explained that she uses an amethyst crystal mat on the healing bed for her sessions. </div>
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The Biomat combines Far Infrared, Negative Ions and Amethyst therapies for a true mind, body and spirit healing experience. It's a unique innovation in bio technology containing 17 different layers and more than 28 lbs of amethyst crystals which naturally produce and are super conductors of Far Infrared Rays. Not having experienced the biomat before, I was intrigued, because I sometimes use an amethyst crystal to help me focus during meditation, and know it has many healing properties. </div>
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Once I was laying on the healing bed Daria began with a body scan, applied some healing oils around my temples and instructed me to just relax, and she would be back in a few minutes. At first I thought hmm... I guess I'll just lay here - I hadn't experienced this energy healing before and it was a bit different than the Reiki sessions I was familiar with. But I did as instructed, besides the warmth of the mat beneath me was soothing. </div>
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What I experienced - I still cannot find the words to describe other than <span style="font-size: x-large;">BLISS! </span></div>
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In the time that I lay there (about 40 minutes I learned later), I recall feeling a great sense of rest - like a really good night's sleep. I recall dreaming - but not the dreams. This sense of rest took place 3 times, during the time I was on the healing bed. </div>
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Daria, explained the biomat has a controller with various therapeutic settings: to help in the relief of head aches, indigestion, regenerative sleep and recovery; female cycling rebalancing and support, youthful hormone restoration; joint and pain relief, stress, anxiety and trauma relief, profound relaxation and mood elevator, to higher consciousness tool - just to name a few. </div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;">While it wasn't the energy healing (Reiki) session I was expecting, I was pleasantly surprised at the way I felt immediately afterward. I was energized, and the rejuvenated feeling seemed to continue even after I drove home. I had an amazing sleep that night and woke the next morning ready to tackle the day. </span></div>
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Allan Gardens is one of Toronto's oldest parks ~ the conservatory built in 1910, and houses an amazing permanent collection of exotic plants which are supplemented with colourful seasonal flowers and flower shows. Spanning six greenhouses, approximately covering 16, 000 square feet.<br />
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This past weekend though the sun was shining there was a steady flow of visitors, taking in all the splendor. There are benches placed throughout - so you can rest or sit and take in all the beauty around you.<br />
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Along with the beautiful oasis in the city the park also offers ...<br />
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Lots of park benches to sit and enjoy the day ... <span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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A doggie park with separate off leash areas for large and small furbabies...<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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A fenced playground for children with lots of slides, and playground equipment...<br />
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The doors to the conservatory beckon you in... <br />
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The glass ceiling is breath taking ...<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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From the moment you step through the doors it's like entering into spring ...<br />
the greenery and pathways from greenhouse to greenhouse pull you in.<br />
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Pops of colour are everywhere ,,,<br />
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If you love orchids as much as I do, you will be in <span style="font-size: x-large;"><i>absolute orchid heaven!!</i></span><br />
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Allan Gardens is located at 19 Horticultural Avenue, <span style="font-family: inherit;">(<span style="background-color: white;">south side of Carlton Street, between: Jarvis and Sherbourne Streets). Easily accessible by TTC. Open year round 10 am - 5 pm , admission is free and wheel chair accessible. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">Some dates to make note of, from the Allan Gardens Conservatory </span><a href="http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=b2a9dada600f0410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD" target="_blank">website</a><span style="background-color: white;">:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;"><i>The 2017 Spring Flower Show</i></strong><span style="background-color: white;"> will begin <span style="color: #ea9999;">March 1</span>, and run until May 14. The spring show culminates with the Easter flower show.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;"><b><i>Easter </i></b></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit;">Masses of various hydrangeas, Easter lilies and bulbs are in full bloom beginning <span style="color: #ea9999;">Palm Sunday</span>. The show runs for 3-4 weeks, ending after Easter.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><strong style="box-sizing: border-box;"><i>The 2017 Easter Show</i></strong> will begin <span style="color: #ea9999;">April 14</span>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Summer Show features many of the newest varieties of annual flowers including coleus, geraniums, caladiums, cannas and impatiens. The show runs from <span style="color: #ea9999;">June-September</span>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Discover the beauty of autumn in the City! The Fall Chrysanthemum Exhibition is featured from <span style="color: #ea9999;">Early October to mid November</span>. Hundreds of colourful pot mums, cascades, standards and baskets flourish in the conservatory.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Christmas Flower Show is the highlight of the year. The entire conservatory is decorated and filled with thousands of flowering plants and more than 30 varieties of poinsettia. In addition, the conservatory features several topiary masterpieces inspired by the holiday season and created entirely of plant material.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Grand openings are held in December and visitors are treated to horse and wagon rides, carolers, hot apple cider and a visit from Santa.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Grand opening dates are as follows:</span></div>
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<li style="box-sizing: border-box;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Allan Gardens Conservato</span>ry: <span style="color: #ea9999;">1st Sunday of December</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The conservatory can also be <b><i>enjoyed by candlelight</i> on several weekends</b>. The show runs until mid January. Please view the <a href="http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=9fef379b66fde410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD&vgnextchannel=b2a9dada600f0410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD" style="background: transparent; box-sizing: border-box;">Parks, Forestry and Recreation calendar</a> for more details.</span></div>
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Mark your Day Planners (I know I have) ... you will not want to to miss these flower shows!!</div>
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One of the great things about being in the city is that no matter the weather, you can still get around without driving by making use of the TTC system. On this damp, cold and drizzly day I made my way to this quaint little gem on Queen West.<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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Kitten and The Bear (don't you just love the name!) may be a petite space offering seating for possibly 5-6 guests at a time, but it is HUGE in warmth and welcoming vibes. From the lovely floral arrangements to the shabby chic decor, you quickly forget the dismal weather outside.<br />
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Along with the signature jam, the gifting items include a potpourri of teas, soaps, tea ware, honey and a darling pin set.<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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To compliment the jam tasting a fine selection of Sloane teas to choose from.<br />
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If coffee is your preference ... V 60 is a unique style of coffee (to me - I had not heard of it before)<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGsyRtbMUQAKrff3qZjaT0WOQ0Z8beg8YTsXcCev6lqszqGFvfjsXf6gFxLsJAnoyNuc_WZIoyCKWFYTyfLGgx-kg-OWwuomUFTG22sqA458UjfTvjsge02vQWiF3mZudq0Sjjx8QQsgzD/s1600/Kitten+and+the+Bear+-+table+setting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="478" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGsyRtbMUQAKrff3qZjaT0WOQ0Z8beg8YTsXcCev6lqszqGFvfjsXf6gFxLsJAnoyNuc_WZIoyCKWFYTyfLGgx-kg-OWwuomUFTG22sqA458UjfTvjsge02vQWiF3mZudq0Sjjx8QQsgzD/s640/Kitten+and+the+Bear+-+table+setting.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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The freshly baked in house buttermilk scones are the perfect <span style="text-align: left;">vessel for </span><br />
<span style="text-align: left;">tasting all the wonderful jams. </span><span style="text-align: left;">The scrumptious scones can be order to go.</span><span style="text-align: left;"> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">Kitten and The Bear is one of only a handful of preserve companies in the world that still makes confiture (the French term for “jam”) using hand-hammered copper “confiture pans” imported from France. The </span><span style="background-color: white;">artisan jams, jellies and marmalades are made completely by hand in small, limited batches at the shop in Parkdale.</span></span></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;"> A jam tasting is a wonderful experience to do on your own, an outing with friends or a date with your sweetheart.</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUb0aE_74GtzsOhqnwllanIZQrJbSF3SdCH1yVkhF9OxQqbsa8XdP-bqentFHyfQ4gyA5ivEKf2XAflavxfnOFBkeABNo3sUKpclmb8wYeQUsQFrZ3qfq-eC6JG5M-hijxo_8z03SgeOrW/s1600/Kitten+and+the+Bear+-+jam+tasting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUb0aE_74GtzsOhqnwllanIZQrJbSF3SdCH1yVkhF9OxQqbsa8XdP-bqentFHyfQ4gyA5ivEKf2XAflavxfnOFBkeABNo3sUKpclmb8wYeQUsQFrZ3qfq-eC6JG5M-hijxo_8z03SgeOrW/s640/Kitten+and+the+Bear+-+jam+tasting.jpg" width="640" /></a></div>
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I choose the Jasmine Pink Lemonade tea ...and my friend Shirley choose the Oolong Cream tea...<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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All the jams in our tasting were beyond delicious ...<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The Kitten & The Bear is located at <span style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box;">1574 Queen Street West, easily accessible by the 501 Queen Street trolley which stops steps from the shop. The shop is small and reservations are not taken, though you can be placed on a wait list - and when one of the two sitting areas becomes available.you will receive a message your table is available. There are many little shops along this stretch of Queen West to explore as you wait for your table. A side note: there is no washroom on sight ( I was told this is common with the little shops - but the Deli literally a few steps away is accommodating to the Kitten & The Bear guests.) </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Whether you sit in to enjoy the tea and jam service or get your scones and jam to go, this is definitely a gem in the city that you should give a try. To learn more about the Kitten & The Bear visit the website <a href="http://www.kittenandthebear.com/pages/our-jam" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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Last weekend I made my way to Bathurst & Queen ...<br />
Imagine my delight when I spotted Nugateau and discovered Toronto's first <span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Éclair</span></span> only patisserie!<br />
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These little works of art are beautifully displayed in a boutique style glass display case. Like selecting the perfect little bling from a jewelry case, trust me when I say it will take you some time to decide which elegantly hand crafted <span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;">Éclair </span><span style="text-align: left;">you will be treating yourself too! </span><br />
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I finally decided on this beauty ... to pair with my cup of tea.<br />
The tea served is from <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; text-align: left;">Palais des Thés, a France based tea company. </span></span><br />
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The friendly and welcoming barista, will create your beverage of choice, from hot beverages<br />
like tea, lattes, coffee to cold versions.<br />
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The selection of <span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;">Éclairs is updated regularly and influenced by the seasons. And while I've been talking about all the sweet delights, know that savory </span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;">Éclair options are also available and hand crafted with the same attention to detail as the sweet delights.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-size: 16px; text-align: left;">This Valentine's - why not treat your loved one (that includes YOU too!) to one of these wonderful delights.</span></div>
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On my visit I had the pleasure of meeting the <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">pastry chef and artist behind these </span>petite works of mouth watering delights,<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Atul. Speaking with him you could hear and feel the passion he has for his craft. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; text-align: start;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Nugateau is located at 717 Queen Street W. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;">You can see more of these works of art on the Nugateau website <a href="http://nugateau.com/" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div>
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This was my first time attending this tea event. It took place at the Toronto Reference Library in the Appel Salon.. As you can see from the photos above it was very well attended. I was there mid afternoon and to be honest found it a little overwhelming. It was difficult to actually get to some exhibitors and learn about the teas/products they were selling.<br />
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I was really looking forward to seeing the various Tea Ceremonies ... but found all the commotion and noise from the festival floor very distracting (as it was literally going on a row of chairs behind the stage), and making it difficult to hear the commentator describing the ceremony. While I was there I took in the Japanese and Korean ceremonies.</div>
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Korean Tea Ceremony ... Enjoy</div>
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I did manage to discover two delightful products ...</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;">Tea salt scrubs ... who knew? </span><br />
F&B Tea Co. - is offering up face and body tea infused salt scrubs. I didn't really have a chance to learn much about the company - as it was a busy spot, making it challenging to really have a chat with staff. <span style="text-align: left;">I tried to learn more about the company on line ... but there wasn't a lot of information on the Facebook or Instagram pages. At the tea festival </span><span style="text-align: left;">I did get to smell and touch the salt scrub samples ... and was impressed enough to buy the sampler pack, which is creatively presented on a birch branch (I'll be sharing more - once I've had a chance to use the product). </span><br />
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Chaiwala Chai - have packaged some real goodness and made it simple to enjoy chai - tea or <span style="text-align: left;">as a latte (which I've made at home and am in love!!) using milk or milk alternative</span><span style="text-align: left;">. The fragrance of the chai is as delightful and warming to the senses as the liquor of the tea is to the body. It has create some competition for my hot chocolate moments. </span></div>
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Chaiwala is the creation of Eamon & Becca, who live in Toronto - you can read more about how they came to be Chaiwalas <a href="http://chaiwalachai.com/about-2/" target="_blank">here</a> . I had the pleasure of speaking with Becca for a few moments, and her enthusiasm and passion about tea flows with ease. Also check out their <a href="http://chaiwalachai.com/blog/" target="_blank">blog</a> for a bounty of recipes, who knew chai could be used in so many ways.</div>
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Over all I found the show to be well attended ... but that could be more reflective of the small venue for the number of attendees. There were some interesting exhibits - if only you could actually get to the staff to learn more about the product. For the well versed in tea attendee I'm certain it is a gold mine of finds ... for those new tea or wishing to expand their knowledge (like myself) it can be overwhelming. To be able to experience a traditional tea ceremony is priceless - hoping next year they have a separate space, away from the distraction of the festival crowds at the exhibitor tables. If I attend next year I will try going early in the day (as in when the festival first opens) to try and avoid the over crowding.</div>
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You can learn more about the Toronto Tea Festival by visiting their website <a href="http://teafestivaltoronto.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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I missed this display last year and was thrilled to be able to meet these wonderful ladies from the <a href="http://www.chineseteaculturecanada.com/" target="_blank">Chinese Tea Culture Canada</a>. Along with some wonderful sampling of tea, there were some beautiful tea ware pieces - that took my breath away. As someone who takes the time to have a cup of tea each day, this was definitely a high light for me.<span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Lion is a symbol of power, wisdom, good fortune; chases away evil spirits, brings happiness, longevity and good luck. Part of the Chinese culture for thousands of years, the lion dance is performed on auspicious occasions such as weddings, store openings, and various festivals and celebrations.</span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLcmvHTKMJmApdR1kBstp0HPQZ0d3O7rElMkxbXQnyUsKUG4C26JWRuTJWu1B5B26m2FjGMr98nRMEbo3qS9cJZj4Ad5fchzpibJkFmCdTkHp6E0OwIUWE3RraZJDUIi_U4E1UeB4sFhLr/s1600/Holt+Renfrew+Lunar+New+Year+-+Dragon+dance+-+feeding+the+dragon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><img border="0" height="568" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLcmvHTKMJmApdR1kBstp0HPQZ0d3O7rElMkxbXQnyUsKUG4C26JWRuTJWu1B5B26m2FjGMr98nRMEbo3qS9cJZj4Ad5fchzpibJkFmCdTkHp6E0OwIUWE3RraZJDUIi_U4E1UeB4sFhLr/s640/Holt+Renfrew+Lunar+New+Year+-+Dragon+dance+-+feeding+the+dragon.jpg" width="640" /></a><br />
The Lion Dance was absolutely a high light for all in attendance... the music, the lion dance, and the lettuce! Yes, you read correctly ... lettuce ... I was told in Chinese the word for lettuce sounds similar to the word for wealth. The lion eats the wealth and spits it back to the audience to give them prosperity.<br />
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Peek of the Lion Dance ... enjoy</div>
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After their dance the lions went off to chase away any bad spirits from the store and attendees were treated to a red envelope. In Chinese culture red symbolizes good luck and is a symbol to ward off evil spirits.</div>
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Attendees were given the opportunity to write a wish and hang it on the wishing tree. Once you hung your wish, you were treated to a beautiful <a href="http://www.fetechinoise.ca/" target="_blank">Fete Chinoise</a> Fortune Flower by <a href="http://palettera.ca/" target="_blank">Palettera</a>. A unique message is printed on the back of each flower.<br />
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<i><span style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-large;">Chance to score your own beautiful Fortune Flower</span></i></div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">The lovely ladies from Fete Chinoise, shared a couple extra Fortune Flowers with me again this year. These are great for book marks and as a token of good fortune for the year ahead. .</span><br />
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If you missed this amazing event ... mark your calendars for next year!!<br />
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highheeledlifehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07205935979513877589noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8806321148001582068.post-20564145308023638962017-01-29T23:18:00.000-05:002017-01-29T23:18:41.372-05:00In the Kitchen #5 - Madeleines<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This little French butter cake has been on my baking bucket list for some time. But, I was a little more than intimated to give them a try, until this week - and I'm beyond happy that I kicked my fear to the curb.<br />
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The recipe I used is from the Laduree Sucre recipe book ...</div>
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2 lemons, unwaxed</div>
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3/4 C. + 1 tbsp. granulated sugar</div>
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1 1/3 C. + 1 tbsp cake flour</div>
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2 1/2 tbsp. cake flour for moulds</div>
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2 tsp. baking powder</div>
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12 1/2 tbsp. butter</div>
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1 1/2 tbsp. butter for moulds</div>
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4 eggs</div>
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1 12/3 tbsp. honey</div>
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Prepare the madeleine batter one day ahead.<br />
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Using a grater remove the zest from the lemons. Mix the grated zest with the sugar in a large bowl. Sift the flour and baking powder together in an other bowl. Melt the butter over low heat.<br />
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Place eggs in a bowl, add the sugar and lemon zest mixture, and honey. Whip until pale and frothy. Fold in the flour and baking powder mixture. Add melted butter and combine. Refrigerate batter in a closed container for minimum 12 hours.<br />
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Love that all the messy stuff can be taken care the day before. So that there is only the baking pan to clean the next day.</div>
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Pre-heat oven to 390 <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #545454; text-align: left;">°</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #6a6a6a; text-align: left;">F .</span></span></div>
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Melt the 1 1/2 tbsp. of butter and brush the moulds, chill moulds for 15 minutes so the butter hardens. Lightly dust with flour , be sure tap excess flour by turning upside down. </div>
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Fill moulds 3/4 to the top with batter. (I used a tablespoon scoop) - Place in oven bake: min madeleines 5-6 minutes; individual madeleines 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven when golden - letting cool slightly before removing from moulds. <span style="text-align: left;">Best served after they have cooled and are slightly warm.</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: left;">Madeleines are the perfect accompaniment for an afternoon cup of tea... but I have discovered it is equally delightful with a morning cup of coffee. </span><span style="text-align: left;">Allow to cool completely and store in an airtight container , so they remain soft and moist ( I stored mine in a zip lock bag - and they remained mosit and tasty for 3 days). </span></div>
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