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Aquarium Life of the Pacific

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In September 2012, during one of our vacations in California, we had the chance visit the Aquarium of the Pacific . Not only did we see ocean creatures up close, but were able to read all about them with all the facts and information about the world around hthe Aquarium life. Aquarium Life of the Pacific We began venturing through the building, taking in all the information and sites we could see. Learning as we travelled along. The colourful sea life amazed not only me, but my daughter, who was in … Continue reading →

California – Destination San Diego

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I never go on vacation, at least not in a long time. In, 2012,  I went to California twice. Neither one planned by my me. The first trip was in February. It was arranged by my mom and sister that we would go there for “Our Birthdays” my sisters and mine, also for my daughter to meet her Aunt for the first time. The last Family time that was spent with our mom/gramma. Our trip in February was great but was a bit cool for the beach. It was more … Continue reading →

2017 Toronto Events to Attend

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2017 Toronto Events

If you are looking for some fun activities this year, why not check out these 2017 Toronto Events. I have picked some of the more popular and most talked about events. Whether it is a family day out, a day out with the girls/guys or a date with your honey, these events will fit into any lifestyle. Indoors, outdoors, nerds, designers and more, there is a little bit of something for everyone to enjoy. 2017 Toronto Events to Attend Metro Toronto Convention Centre Interior Design Show Jan. 19-22 Auto Show Feb. 17-26 … Continue reading →

Haunted Ontario – Spooked by Ghosts

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Halloween is just around the corner, what would be more fun than checking out a real haunted house or building near you in Haunted Ontario spots. Have you ever seen a ghost or visited a place that is known to have ghosts or spirits? While I haven’t been to any spooky places, I have heard ghosts, whispering in the night, at a house that I was told had spirits. While I was a bit skeptical about sleeping in a house that possibly has some sort of spirit floating around, never … Continue reading →

Haunted Walks Ottawa – Ghosts and Gallows – Carleton Jail

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Haunted Walks - Carleton Jail

In April, I  was in Ottawa attending the BConnected Conference.  While the conference didn’t officially start until Saturday, a fun Friday was planned for those attendees who arrived on Friday. We had a choice of 2 different Haunted Walks, Ghosts and Gallows or Time Travel Trail Adventure with Ottawa Tourism. I choose to take the Ghosts and Gallows Walk that took us to the Carleton Jail. Although I had not been on a Haunted Walk, I have wanted to for some time. Excitement and nervousness took over. The wait for this creepy … Continue reading →

Canadian National Exhibition – CNE Highlights – 2016

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CNE Highlights

This year I visited the CNE twice. The first visit was with my husband and daughter as a birthday fun day. My second visit was with friends, a girls day out. Here are my favourite moments, my CNE Highlights. Before the CNE  was even open, we had purchased play all day passes. It would make for a less expensive visit. My daughter was excited to go on as many rides as she could. It doesn’t matter when you visit, there are always shots of the fountain. The meeting place should … Continue reading →