Tag Archives: Day Trips

Leopard and Roses: hand-crafted by talented artisans in Nepal

Posted on April 16, 2020 by carmen

On one of our day trips last summer, I bought my first Leopard and Roses dress in an eco-boutique in the charming town of Fergus, Ontario. Since then I bought two more tunics made by Leopards and Roses while shopping … Continue reading →

Posted in Cruelty-free, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion | Tagged Day Trips, Elora, ethical fashion, Fergus, Leopard and Roses, transitional outfits | 25 Comments

Flowers are Forever

Posted on October 28, 2018 by carmen

We don’t have to venture far to enjoy the beauty of nature and visit charming towns in Southern Ontario. Stratford is one of those places we love to go on a road trip. This poncho with floral embroidery is a lovely … Continue reading →

Posted in Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged Day Trips, faux leather, faux suede, florals, Florals for Fall, Stratford | 16 Comments

Autumn Lament

Posted on November 15, 2017 by carmen

The sunlight is flickering through the leaves as some are dancing to the ground. I watch from my window as the beauty of the glorious colours start to disappear, leaving the barren trees looking naked like skeletons. As night falls, … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, Christmas, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Shopping | Tagged autumn, Day Trips, Elora, fashion, flowers, nature, photography, Scenery, sunflowers | 20 Comments

Life is a Beach

Posted on October 13, 2016 by carmen

One last trip to the beach before the cold winds blow. We have to endure a long, frost-bitten winter here in southern Ontario. So I take every chance I get to relax and enjoy warm weather. I was made for … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Autumn, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery | Tagged Beach, Day Trips, Lake Erie, light house, nature, photography, Port Dover, Scenery, treasure hunting | 16 Comments

Weekend Walk at Webster’s Falls

Posted on May 22, 2016 by carmen

How I love to get away from it all to enjoy the fresh air and spectacular sights of Webster’s Falls. An adventurous day trip: great for a family outing, photography and exploring. Ontario has a myriad of breathtaking waterfalls besides … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Spring | Tagged adventure, Day Trips, family outings, fashion, nature, photography, Scenery, Tew's Falls, Webster's Falls | 26 Comments

It’s a Jungle in there

Posted on January 17, 2016 by carmen

This is January in Ontario, Canada … I’m wearing my white cotton sundress made in Peru. I bought it in September at the Wellesley Applebutter Festival. I’m at the Butterfly Conservatory, in Cambridge, Ontario–a great escape from a cold, blustery day! … Continue reading →

Posted in Day Trips, Fashion, jewellery, Nature, Photography | Tagged butterflies, Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, Day Trips, metallic sandals, photography, sundress, walking stick | 29 Comments

The last time I saw Paris

Posted on August 30, 2015 by carmen

I’m not referring to Paris, the city of Love (France). Paris, Ontario is a quaint little town on the Grand River, Ontario–a 20 minute drive in the car or a couple of hours traveling by bike. It has charming shops … Continue reading →

Posted in Day Trips, Fashion, Photography, Summer | Tagged Day Trips, fashion, Grand River, happy memories, Paris, Paris Ontario, summer | 13 Comments

ALL ABOARD!

Posted on July 22, 2015 by carmen

Take the last train to Clarksville Elmira. I love making memories and the slow train to Elmira, Ontario was just the perfect adventure to make a wonderful summer memory for my grandson. He had never been on a train before … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Day Trips, Fashion, Nostalgia, Photography, Scenery, St. Jacobs | Tagged Day Trips, Elmira, fashion, grandchildren, Heritage Train Rides, Ontario, St. Jacobs, steam engine, train ride, Waterloo Central Railway | 13 Comments

Palazzo Pants Please!

Posted on May 31, 2015 by carmen

Palazzo pants get their name from the Italian word palazzo meaning palace. What makes Palazzos distinct is their wide, billowy legs, whereas pajama-style pants are more narrow. Usually made with soft, flowy fabric means they are super comfortable to wear … Continue reading →

Posted in Day Trips, Fashion, jewellery, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Spring | Tagged Day Trips, motorcycle and trailer, palazzo pants, St. Jacobs | 40 Comments

Niagara Falls – a natural wonder of the world

Posted on November 13, 2014 by carmen

Living so close to the Falls, I have taken it for granted; people come from all over the world to see this spectacular wonder. I only go when we have company from another country, but my cousin gave me a … Continue reading →