How do you define “romance” and does it match your partner’s definition? That’s the key question. It’s funny. I overheard a couple of ladies chatting recently. One was lamenting that her husband was always surprising her with last minute getaways which drove her crazy. He just expected her to drop everything and go. Her girlfriend replied that she’d love it if her husband did the same. It’s all a matter of perspective. Some of us are lucky enough to have a partner with

A hearty, 9-ingredient Vegan Shepherd's Pie that's loaded with veggies and savory lentils and topped with fluffy mashed potatoes. So flavorful and satisfying that you won't miss the meat! PREP TIME: 15 minutes COOK TIME: 45 minutes TOTAL TIME: 1 hour INGREDIENTS: FILLING 1 medium onion (diced) 2 cloves garlic (minced) 1 1/2 cups uncooked brown or green lentils 4 cups vegetable stock 2 tsp fresh thyme 1 10-ounce bag frozen mixed veggies: peas, carrots, green beans, and corn MA

Two dedicated Okanagan Women lead the way to provide nourishment for local hungry children, one Starfish Backpack at a time. From her early years of helping her parents with church fundraisers to her first formal volunteer work as a 14-year-old Candy Striper at St Joseph’s Hospital in Comox, Kalamalka Rotarian of the Year Carmen Heather Larsen was encouraged to give back to the community. Her Rotarian dad, Don, a hardware store manager, and her mom, Judy, a retail worker, hav

STEM education integrates into a cohesive learning model, based on real-world applications. STEM prepares kids for the technological innovations they will undoubtedly experience in their lifetime. Creativity can co-exist with science and technology and lead to creative careers like Architecture and Graphic Design. In our world of innovation, creativity is the fuel for new technologies and ideas. STEM fosters a love of learning, instilling a passion and drive to learn. It driv

Creating an artful home with a collection of one-of-a-kind treasures makes a home an extension of yourself. An art collection may consist of sculptures brought home from special journeys and collaborations created by your home’s little and big hands. Possibly included in this collection is a painting inherited from a grandparent or acquired at a local art auction. An art collection grows and changes with you, although sometimes it happens that something no longer quite repres

Peaches and Pecans make these gooey, delicious cinnamon rolls even more delightful. Prep Time: 1 hr 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ingredients: 2 tsp active dry yeast (one package) 1 cup warm milk I used almond 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup butter softened 1/2 tsp salt 2 large eggs at room temperature 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar 3 tbsp cinnamon 3/4 cup butter melted 1 1/2 cups chopped toasted pecans 3 cups peaches pitted, and chopped (3-4 peaches) In

Winter is here and there’s no denying the chill in the air. Yes, it’s time to bundle up, but there’s no need to sacrifice fashion for function this year; there are plenty of snug styles and cozy accessories to keep you warm and looking good throughout the season. Easy wear continues to be big, we’ll still be wrapping up warm in cozy clothes that make us feel safe; the cape and the blanket come to mind, easy pieces to whip on and off. The overall trend is towards real clothes

One of Canada’s unofficial national pastimes is keeping in step with Mother Nature’s next major weather event. “Tis the season” is synonymous with keeping our extremities coddled in protective layers of clothing; from down filled jackets to fur lined boots. Accessorized with an endless fashion parade of gloves, scarves, toques and hats; we endure the chilly elements swaddled within layer upon layer of winter wear. Well hidden and cocooned deep within our winter woollies are