Machu Picchu is one of the best known historical sites in the Western Hemisphere. Originally built in the 15th century and abandoned during the Spanish conquest of South America, Machu Picchu is a Peruvian Historical Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and was voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Built on...Read More

Wife: I’m heading to the store, do you want anything? Husband: I want a sense of purpose in my life…  I seek fulfulment and completeness within my soul…  I want to connect to my being and discover the spiritual side of me… Wife: Be more specific… You want Rum or Scotch. Husband: ………….Scotch please.Read More

This is a another great craft that will allow you to customize your lighting to match your décor. You pick the colours, you pick the size, you wrap it and let it dry. Don’t need a lamp? Make smaller ones for tabletop decorations in your home. This craft is a great one to do with...Read More

With this easy chicken and vegetable stir fry recipe, you can have Chinese food without needing to pay for takeout! Feel free to mix up the protein or vegetables depending on what you have in your fridge. The simple sauce packs a flavour punch that will bring the dish together, no matter what. Serve it...Read More

Lockdown Edition Well, we are part way through the second lockdown in less than a year. This can be a trying time for many, but there are definitely opportunities for laughter. Poking fun at a difficult situation can make it seem a little less trying. Hopefully these bring a smile to your face!Read More

Are you ready for our 35th edition of Trivia Thursday and the first one for 2021? Today’s theme is all about January. Each question is related to the month of January in some way. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a...Read More

This abstract painting technique is great for those who want to create a one-of-a-kind painting. You can pick your own colours to match your decor. This technique is very free-form, so you don’t need any special art techniques to make your own masterpiece! Kristen from k.becca via YouTubeRead More

Image via https://dinnerthendessert.com/slow-cooker-chicken-bacon-ranch-sandwiches-crack-chicken/ Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches, also sometimes referred to as “crack chicken” are made with bacon, cream cheese, chicken, cheddar cheese and ranch seasonings and they’re a family favorite! Ingredients 3 chicken breasts boneless skinless16 ounces cream cheese 2 boxes1 packet ranch seasoning1 cup cheddar cheese1 teaspoon garlic powder8 slices bacon crumbled8 slices cheddar cheese8 hoagie rolls Add the chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese and...Read More

Virtual Tours are back! We first brought you virtual tours in the spring during the initial lockdown as a way to allow you to see places that you couldn’t visit. There are so many beautiful places around the world that so many of us will never be able to see in person for many different...Read More

A New Year’s Lecture On New Year’s Eve, Daniel was in no shape to drive, so he sensibly left his van in the parking lot and walked home.  As he was wobbling along, he was stopped by a policeman.  “What are you doing out here at four o’clock in the morning?” asked the officer. “I’m...Read More

Are you ready for our 34th edition of Trivia Thursday and also our New Year’s Eve edition? Being New Year’s Eve Day this edition has a hodgepodge of New Year theme Trivia questions. Think you know the answers? Are you up to the challenge? As usual the trivia questions will be listed with a short...Read More

Since we are slowly moving from Isolation to self distancing and socialization, it was time we change the name of our Recipe segment From ” Isolation Cooking” to “What’s Cooking” Keeping with June’s theme of Strawberry Recipes we have a delicious treat for you today.  Great for a breakfast or just as nice treat with...Read More

June is known as Strawberry Month, from the Strawberry Moon that just passed to sweet smelling Strawberry patches that are just beginning.   The next four weeks will be dedicated to Recipes that incorporates strawberries.  To bring the sweet taste of summer into your home. While many have been improving on their Banana Bread Recipes while...Read More

  **AT THE END OF THE RECIPE IS A LINK TO A DOWNLOADABLE PDF FILE TO SAVE OR PRINT AND ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION. Ingredients 1 lb ground beef1 cup instance rice 1/4 cup onion diced1/2 teaspoon garlic power1 egg Sauce: 1 small can of stewed tomatoes1 1/2 cup of Garden Cocktail or V81/2 cup tomato sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon Italian...Read More

This scrumptious recipe that one of our members share with us this week will not only get your mouth watering but also get rid of some of those little over ripe banana’s. If you are tired of making Banana Bread this is one treat you will not want to miss.  Thank you to our member...Read More

*AT THE END OF THE RECIPE IS A LINK TO A DOWNLOADABLE PDF FILE TO SAVE OR PRINT AND ADD TO YOUR COLLECTION. 2 1/2 pounds fresh rhubarb, chopped2 cups white sugar2 teaspoons grated orange zest (grated orange peel) 1/3 cup orange juice 1/2 cup water Directions In a saucepan, combine the rhubarb, sugar, orange zest,...Read More

One of our members was gracious to share their family’s Lemon Loaf recipe.  We hope that you enjoy it. This recipe has been handed down through 4 generations or more with each generation tweaking it a bit here and there for the times.   We hope you will enjoy it. **At the end of the recipe...Read More

Since we have been sequestered to avoided the feeling of isolation many have taken up cooking and baking. Some resurrecting old family recipes of comforted food, other trying new ones while creating recipes with what is found in their pantries.  This is a time to share with others our creations.  So if you have a...Read More