It happens almost every time now. I walk into the grocery store, thinking I’ll grab something simple — maybe a few fresh filets of fish for dinner. I head to the seafood section and scan the labels. And there it is again: Product of China. Product of Vietnam. Product of Thailand. Not local. Not even…
Not long ago, I bought a Saskatoon Berry Pie from Save-On-Foods. It should have been simple: berries, flour, sugar, butter — the way pie was always meant to be. Instead, the ingredient list told a different story. That so-called pie wasn’t just berries and pastry. It was packed with chemical stabilizers, industrial thickeners, lab-made “natural”…
Inspired by diaries, etiquette books, and homemaking manuals from the early 20th century Start your day like it’s 1905, not with chaos, but with calm. In the early 1900s, women across North America embraced a slower, more intentional rhythm to their mornings. Their rituals were rooted in purpose, practicality, and poise. These habits offered a…
From The Settlement Cook Book (1901)Recipe compiled by Mrs. Simon Kander A delightful early 20th-century punch that blends fresh strawberries with citrus, champagne, and lightly beaten egg whites for a frothy, elegant finish. Served over ice in large punch bowls, this drink was a festive centerpiece at social gatherings and summer receptions. Ingredients Instructions NotesThis…
A quiet reflection on what we’ve lost to convenience—and the small, intentional choices I’m making to live a life that feels more real, more rooted, and more mine.
