Posts by kzinke
We’re a couple of renter wanna-be’s
Hi! We are Shawn & Kim, siblings in our 50’s, and Odin, our four-legged cuddly charmer who are looking for a quiet place to call home.
Read MoreHow to make your own CBD oil
Making home CBD oil is easy and only requires two ingredients. Personalize it by customizing the potency, consistency, and flavour to your likes and needs.
Read MoreFireside Grill
On the hunt for Victoria’s best breakfast spots. Here’s my latest restaurant review – Fireside Grill.
Read MoreGrinch Tree, a whimsical DIY Christmas gift idea
The Grinch is my favourite Christmas character. Dr. Seuss’ Whoville is a cheerful, whimsical place and as a kid I wished I could visit there. This Grinch Tree is a quick and easy DIY Christmas gift idea, bringing a little whimsy to your household or as a great hostess gift.
When I saw these for the first time last year at the Vancouver Christmas Market, I was totally enchanted. Looking for the garland, baubles, and containers took some time, but it was a lot of fun. Once you have all the pieces, it takes less than 30 minutes to put together.
Read MoreJack-o-lantern seeds, a frighteningly good DIY Halloween gift idea
Halloween – it’s my most favourite time of the year! If you make it through the fogged pathway and past the skeletons, zombie butlers, and tombstones that adorn my yard, you get to pick a treat out of the witch’s cauldron.
As a kid, my favourite Halloween treats were the home made ones from neighbours – candy apples, caramel corn, and special treat bags. I continue the tradition and plan a DIY Halloween gift idea or treat for the kids, big and small, in my life. So once again I turned to Pinterest to help me find some inspiration.
Read MoreMonkey Tree Pub
On the hunt for Victoria’s best breakfast spots. Here’s my latest restaurant review – Monkey Tree Pub.
Read MoreShine Cafe (Blanshard)
On the hunt for Victoria’s best breakfast spots. Here’s my latest restaurant review – Shine Cafe on Blanshard.
Read MoreJam Cafe
On the hunt for Victoria’s best breakfast spots. Here’s my latest restaurant review – Jam Cafe. A must do if you can avoid the lineups!
Read MoreThe Village (Royal Oak)
The Village has two locations – Royal Oak and Estevan Village. They serve breakfast all day and promote a sustainable approach to food and dining. The review below is based on my personal observations and experience. Please feel free to include your feedback in the comment section below. Best breakfast – restaurant review The Village (Royal Oak): 4517 West Saanich Road, Victoria,...
Read More10 surprising facts about Mother’s Day
Have you ever wondered about the origins of Mother’s Day? If you thought it was invented by Hallmark, I couldn’t blame you, but you’d be wrong.
Read MoreFour Mile House
On the hunt for Victoria’s best breakfast spots. Here’s my latest restaurant review – Four Mile House.
Read MoreBunny Bait, an alluring DIY Easter gift idea
Catch the Easter Bunny with this DIY Bunny Bait. A quick & delightful DIY Easter gift idea.
Read MoreHow to live with elves
Some days I’d like to trade-in my elves and huldufolk for a gerbil. Gerbils don’t steal my jewelry and socks. I suppose it could be worse – I could have trolls. No, I’m not crazy. I’m just Icelandic.
Read More10 tips on how to become a professional grandmother
Aspiring to become a professional grandmother? Here’s 10 guiding rules, inspired by a pro, my Grandma Rae.
Read MoreI don’t wanna grow up. I just want to live to tell the tale.
I don’t wanna grow up & pigeon hole myself. But get to a certain age, the question of legacy starts to haunt you. Here’s an exercise to help you find the way.
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