Tag Archives: vegetarian and vegan lifestyle

Baby needs a new pair of shoes

Posted on July 11, 2019 by carmen

… dancing shoes, that is … Dance Plus in Toronto has a yearly sale for top quality dance shoes, some made in England. After trying on several pairs that I liked, I almost bought these but they had a 3-inch … Continue reading →

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Flowers for Easter

Posted on March 31, 2018 by carmen

No signs of life and no flowers anywhere. The calendar says SPRING but the weather is not cooperating! It’s cold and windy with patches of snow. I wouldn’t be surprised if we have another snowfall in April, after all, this … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Cruelty-free, Easter, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Photography, Plant-based diet, Spring, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , | 31 Comments

Find something to celebrate every day

Posted on October 7, 2017 by carmen

We should try to find something to celebrate each and every day. This should not be too difficult. After all, there are blessings in abundance all around us like air – sometimes larger and more magnificent than an elephant, sometimes … Continue reading →

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Old-fashioned Picnics and the Simple Life

Posted on August 20, 2016 by carmen

A Sunday afternoon picnic. It’s such a simple pleasure in life. I packed up a tasty little lunch in my watermelon picnic basket. ♥ Avocado and cucumber sandwiches. ♥ Hummus and radishes sandwiches. ♥ Strawberries and grapes for dessert. ♥ Lemon … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, Nostalgia, Nutrition, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Summer, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 13 Comments

I LOVE BERLIN

Posted on October 18, 2015 by carmen

Berlin is the New York City of Germany! This was my first visit to this fascinating city and what made it most special is that I went there with Jean and we got to go to the world’s first Vegan … Continue reading →

Posted in Fair trade, Fashion, Germany, Jeanofalltrades, jewellery, Memories, Nutrition, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 34 Comments

The Seed NYC

Posted on August 10, 2014 by carmen

When Jean told me about this vegan event that would take place in NYC while we are here on vacation, I was elated! It was fun having my picture taken on the red carpet in my new palazzo pants that … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Nutrition, Plant-based diet, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 17 Comments

Muskoka

Posted on May 5, 2014 by carmen

Once discovered, never forgotten … A weekend getaway in beautiful, picturesque Gravenhurst, Ontario is a perfect way to spend time with nature and family, even on a rather dreary, rainy weekend. The sun came out on the drive home. Thank … Continue reading →

Posted in Day Trips, Fashion, Muskoka, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring, Travel, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 17 Comments

Wanderlust – it’s a wanderful world!

Posted on January 10, 2014 by carmen

I caught the wanderbug early in life (age 5) when my parents moved to Canada. My dad got his pilot license and in no time we were landing somewhere in northern Ontario every time we flew: enjoying the myriad of … Continue reading →

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