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Pierre Poilievre for PM

I believe Pierre Poilievre cares about the average Canadian because he has been one for so long.  Carney, on the other hand, prefers to live in Europe and invest globally, anywhere but Canada. Pierre Poilievre in our House of Commons For several years we have heard Poilievre arguing with, debating, and questioning Liberal policies and scandals within Canadian parliament.  He has been the only…

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The Last Bee

2035 The Last Bee is a fascinating movie produced about the looming extinction of bees. It was released around February 2021, and their numbers have not improved since then. Watch the movie’s trailer to get a glimpse of what is to come. I learned about the movie from Project Bee. My interest was piqued when I read their Facebook article about creating wildflower gardens on city boulevards. I…

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Mark Carney Cannot be Trusted

If you are undecided still about whom to vote for in Canada’s federal election, please do your homework. My opinion is that Mark Carney cannot be trusted. Watch these videos or read the posters to see why I have this opinion. Connection to China Inability or Unwillingness to Answer Questions Directly Tax Scams/Evasion CTV’s refusal to address Liberal weakness Stephen Harper Endorses…

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Pierre Poilievre for PM

I believe Pierre Poilievre cares about the average Canadian because he has been one for so long.  Carney, on the other hand, prefers to live in Europe and invest globally, anywhere but Canada. Pierre Poilievre in our House of Commons For several years we have heard Poilievre arguing with, debating, and questioning Liberal policies and scandals within Canadian parliament.  He has been the only…

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Chewed Bark on Shrubs and Trees, Will They Survive?

Have you noticed chewed bark on the branches of your shrubs and trees this spring? That’s not good and signifies that they are in trouble. Those adorable rabbits, majestic deer, and their furry friends can cause lots of damage to your garden plantings. Even death. How do You Know if Your Plant will Survive? If the tree or shrub has the bark chewed all the way around the branches or trunk, the…

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Early Spring Garden Chores

There are a few things you can get started on in your gardens in late winter or early spring. If you’re like me, you’re itching to get out there. But you really shouldn’t do much….yet. I don’t know about your gardens but mine were still covered in snow last week. However, after the warm weather and rain we’ve had the past few days, things are looking much more like spring! Pruning Shrubs While…

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What Does Woke Mean to You?

Jane Fonda stated recently that “she’s woke because she cares about people.”  I tend to think/hear of wokeism as a derogatory term for an ideology of over-reaction and cancel culture when attempting to be politically correct. Is there nothing in between? What does woke mean to you?  The dictionary defines woke as follows:  being aware… knowing what’s going on in the community (related to…

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AI, The Death of Freelance Writers and More

Advantages and Disadvantages of AI

Artificial Intelligence, referred to as AI, is great for many things and people. Not so great though for freelance writers and our brains. A Simple Definition of AI AI is a machine’s ability to perform the cognitive functions we associate with human minds, such as perceiving, reasoning, learning, interacting with the environment, problem-solving… McKinsey.com Advantages of AI Don’t get me…

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Dementia: Can You Prevent it?

As I get older, every time I forget something I wonder if dementia is imminent. Forgetfulness is common as we age, but just how forgetful is normal, and what level is more worrisome? We all joke about having “senior moments” but when do the jokes become reality? What is Dementia The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes dementia as the following: Dementia is not a specific…

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Indian Spices: Turmeric, Curcumin, Cumin, and Curry Powder

If you, like me, are confused about the difference between the Indian spices such as turmeric, curcumin, cumin, and curry powder, this post should help… Turmeric Let’s start with turmeric.  Turmeric, also known as Indian saffron, is a plant in the ginger family, native to southeast Asia and India.  It has a bitter but warm taste and is often used to color and flavor butters, cheeses, mustards,…

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Lectins: Toxic Proteins or Revolutionary?

Although lectins are proteins, they are not as good for us as one would think. They are beneficial in plants as they keep insects (kind of like a defense mechanism) away and contain nitrogen which is essential for plant growth. In the human body, however, lectins can be toxic! Which Foods Contain Lectins? These are the foods with the most lectins, in descending order: legumes (peanuts,…

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Dynacare Labs, Inefficiency on the Rise

I just returned from what should have been a quick visit to my local (Kanata) Dynacare Labs, a quick 5-minute walk from my home. Two hours later, I am (finally) home. Online Booking and Check-In Yes, I did that. In fact, last week when I first received a requisition from my doctor I tried to do so but was turned away with the message “waiting list full.” I assumed that was due to the snowstorm…

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Storefront Featuring Gardening and Health Products

visit my storefront to see my garden clothes, tools, & products, a well as health & beauty products, books and more

As my gardening business winds down, I have had more time for other things, like writing on here. I’ve also set up a “storefront“ in response to clients asking about my favourite garden products. In addition to garden products, I’ve included other favourites such as garden clothing, health & beauty products, books (including two of my own publications), and more. This is what the storefront…

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Why I Support Pierre Poilievre for PM

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pierre Poilievre (@pierrepoilievremp) And a proud hockey fan too! Follow Pierre yourself on Instagram to listen to more of his plans for everyday Canadians (as opposed to the elitist he will be running against). He is a believable, honest, relatable, undeniably proud Canadian speaker. For several years we have heard Poilievre arguing with, debating,…

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Grass or Grain-Fed, Free Range and Pasture-Raised

What’s the difference between grass or grain-fed, free-range, or pasture-raised when it comes to beef cattle and poultry? It can be confusing and advertising can be misleading. Read on to learn the difference. Grass-Fed or Pasture-Raised Grass-fed is also referred to as pasture-raised. For beef cattle, this means the cows live on grass without supplementation from grains of any kind. In the…

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Sitting is the new Smoking

Do you sit too much?

Have you heard? Sitting is the new smoking, in terms of what is bad for us that is. What is really ironic is that this advice comes to us in the midst of a pandemic lockdown where we have been advised to sit on our couch and stay at home. We (should) all know why smoking is bad for us by now, that is nothing new. Although many people continue to smoke, research has been telling us for years of…

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Repair Skin Damage, Five Ways to do it

This article was originally posted on Higher Dose, and adapted for use as a guest post here on Loreeebee… You might not wear your heart on your sleeve, but you definitely have an organ that is outward-facing. *Drum roll* Your skin. As your body’s largest organ, your skin requires a lot of attention because it’s literally the body’s barrier, protecting you from external factors. Even though your…