Holstein Non-motorized Christmas Parade

Our family is looking forward to attending the Holstein non-motorized Christmas Parade this Saturday in this tiny village, just east of Highway 6 between Mount Forest and Durham. The parade starts at 1 p.m.

What a novel, eco-friendly idea! The irony is that we likely won't be the only family driving to the country in our SUV's

to watch the parade.

Keep Calm and Carry On

As we become immersed in the frenzy of the Holidays, heed the advice of this simple message. Created to help bolster the spirits of Britain's citizenry in the event of a Second World War invasion, its' simplicity rings even more true today.

Keep Calm and Carry On is available in a variety of colours and formats, including posters, mugs and magnets. I found mine (a perfect gift for my Mom) at the Art Gallery of Hamilton shop.

Countdown to the Holidays

With December now underway, our obsession with measuring the passage of time is at it's height. Enjoy these 'countdown songs' as you ease into the Holiday Season.

Canadian Pacific Holiday Train

Don't miss your chance to catch the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train as it rolls through Southern Ontario this coming week. Festooned with lights - loaded with entertainment, the train fills box cars with food destined for local food banks. Look for the train as it makes whistle stops in the communities of Oshawa, Cambridge, Hamilton, Ayr and many more in the next few days. Follow the highlighted link to a complete schedule of Holiday Train visits.