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Sandwich generation healthier, wealthier but worried

(NC)—Canadian parents who also provide support to their own parents are in better physical, psychological and financial health than the average Canadian. But these members of the “sandwich generation” are also concerned about the impact that the eldercare is having on many aspects of their lives, according to the most recent health survey conducted by [...]

Fall back with these five important household reminders

(NC)—As we remember to turn our clocks back one hour from daylight savings time to standard time on the first Sunday in November, it’s a good time to think about these seasonal home maintenance tips:

• It’s time to put away garden hoses and summer sports equipment and bring out snow shovels, winter tires and [...]

Raise your poverty awareness quotient this month

(NC)—What is it like to live in an impoverished country? If you haven’t thought about it lately, you’re not alone. Canadians tend to take notice of desperate people in desperate situations during world emergencies. But when the dust settles and the story gradually moves from the day’s top headline to the back page, it’s easy [...]

Introducing a new members forum

Just opened up a new forum section on GardenLifeFood.com feel free to visit and start up a discussion: http://gardenlifefood.com/forum/

7 Great Reasons NOT to Have a Job

by Christine Kane

One of the scariest things I ever did was quit my first (and only) “real” job so I could begin my own brand of creative work in the world.

I became – gasp! – self-employed.

I was warned of the risks. I was told I’d lose my benefits. I was told it’s [...]

Raccoon kittens in the garden

The blue jays were furious. I figured it must be that old feral tom cat that killed the baby sparrows a few weeks ago. But I was wrong. Something else had upset the bluejays on this day in my small urban garden … the same thing that delighted me.

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