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2025 | ISSUE 7

At the start of every year, paint producers eagerly release their hottest colours for the upcoming season; designers and homeowners alike flock to stores to incorporate the new shade into their décor. Now, over halfway through the year, the lesser known hues are being reported to breathe new life into overlooked colour palettes. Radiant Lilac , for instance, is a classic purple by Sherwin-Williams touted as The Loneliest Colour of 2025 . While purple is on the rise as bold and buzzworthy to use in bedrooms, bathrooms and secondary spaces, this particular shade may be a bit too classic for design innovators. However, for those willing to take a creative risk, this paint colour is a lovely option for reviving an otherwise dull space. Paired with deeper purples or greys, a lilac shade can make a room feel more contemporary whereas when paired with contrasting colours like oranges, yellows and greens, it can give a more modern look. If you’re looking to change up your décor this summer, consider the lesser used colours to stand out above the crowd. UNIQUE PAINT COLOURS

Bourbon & Orange Ribs SLOW COOKER

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tsp fresh thyme • 1 tbsp garlic powder • 2 tsp seasoning salt • Salt and pepper to taste

• 3 lbs baby back pork ribs, cut into pieces

• ½ cup bourbon • 4-5 orange slices • The juice of 2 large navel oranges • 2 cups your favourite barbecue sauce

DIRECTIONS:

1. In a medium bowl, combine barbecue sauce, bourbon, orange juice, orange slices and thyme. Set aside. 2. Season the ribs with garlic powder, seasoning salt and salt/pepper. Place ribs in the slow cooker and cover in sauce. 3. Cover and cook on high for four hours. You can rotate the ribs after two hours and re-distribute sauce over the ribs. 4. Once cooking is complete, transfer to a serving platter and serve hot.

VINCE LOMBARDI (NFL COACH, MOST NOTABLY FOR THE GREEN BAY PACKERS, FROM 1959–1967.)

THE ONLY PLACE SUCCESS COMES BEFORE WORK IS IN THE DICTIONARY.”

USING EDIBLE FLOWERS Beautiful floral blossoms can enhance the look and taste of your favourite dessert, salad, main dish or even cocktail. Before adding any flower you find attractive, follow these rules to keep you safe. • Do be sure to wash the flowers gently to remove dust, dirt and critters. Also remove any visible pollen, along with the stamens and styles. • Confirm the flower you use is an edible bloom, as not all are. Avoid picking flowers found on the roadside or from unknown locations as you want to ensure they haven’t been exposed to pollutants or harmful chemicals before consuming them. • Do look for blooms specifically grown for consumption or grow your own to ensure they are organic and safe. Check your local farmers market, florist or grocery store. Some edible flower options include nasturtium, pansy, rose, honeysuckle and squash flowers (e.g. zucchini). Don’t be shy when incorporating blooms into your cooking. Add them as garnishes to drinks and salads, sauté some in pasta dishes or use fresh or candied flowers to decorate cakes and desserts.

JULY

AGING IN PLACE

JOKE

A man was driving down the road when a policeman stopped him. The officer looked in the back of the man’s truck and said, “Why are these penguins in your truck?” The man replied, “These are my penguins. They belong to me.” “You need to take them to the zoo,” the policeman said. The next day, the officer saw the same guy driving down the road. He pulled him over again. He saw the penguins were still in the truck, but they were wearing sunglasses this time. “I thought I told you to take these penguins to the zoo!”, the officer said. “I did,” the man replied. “And today I’m taking them to the beach.” ANAGRAMS Unscramble the letters below to make words related to summer!

If you, like a number of Canadians, decide aging in place is how you want to spend your golden years, take the time to plan early so when the need arises, you’ll be set. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept, aging in place is the idea that as you grow older, instead of moving to a senior living residence, you add amenities to your current living space that allow you to comfortably stay in your home and community. To start your plan, decide if your current home is suitable for the transition. Look at things like the layout, number of stairs, proximity to stores you would want to visit and decide if it’s a place you can modify or if you would be better off purchasing a new property with the appropriate features. Once you’ve decided on the property, think about modifications that will allow you to easily move around your home, as falls are a leading cause of injury for seniors. Look into common areas where footing may be an issue: living spaces, floor transitions and bathrooms all may have hidden risks that could cause you to slip, trip or fall. • Start with simple modifications like securing the edges of your area rugs (or removing them entirely) to limit tripping hazards in your walking space. Add a solid hand railing along the stairs (this is useful at any age). • With flooring, have a look at the transitions as you move from room to room. If these transitions are different heights, the next time you make a flooring update, consider levelling each area so there are no ‘lips’ to step over. • In the bathroom, items like grab bars will help you navigate entry into and around the shower; or on your staircase, there may come a time when you want to install a chair lift. Even if you’re not ready to install these items now, you can plan any renovations to be strong enough to support the installation in future years. • Lastly, consider your furniture. Height, firmness, stability are all items to think about when purchasing new pieces as you want to ensure you can easily get up off the couch or climb in and out of bed. When positioning your furniture in your space, keep in mind the path you take to get to your favourite chair and place accessories out of the way – that way, you won’t trip over the magazine rack on your way to sit down. The more planning and adjusting you can do now while you’re healthy and spry will help you age in place comfortably in the future.

RANGENDIG _________

SWOLFER _______

YLJU ____

MIMWINGS ________ NCIICP ______ UNHISSEN _______ CIREMACE ________ TAGUSU ______ LOYDIHA _______

Picnic, Sunshine, Ice Cream, August, Holiday

Solution: Gardening, Flowers, July, Swimming,

KEEP COOL AT NIGHT

When daytime temperatures rise and don’t dip too much overnight, you may have trouble keeping cool and getting a good sleep. Aside from turning on the air conditioning, there are some things experts recommend to help you stay cool. When planning your evening meal, it’s suggested to eat something small and light, as opposed to a heavy meal full of carbs. Carbs make your body use more energy to digest, creating heat. As well, avoid alcohol as it can make your body feel warmer. Instead, drink ice water or a warm cup of tea. Take a lukewarm shower or bath before settling for the night to cool yourself off. Remember, cold showers tend to wake you up, so add some warmth to the water if you plan to fall asleep soon after. In your bedroom, a cross-flow of air from fans and windows is ideal. It will cool your room more than simply having a fan circulate the same warm air with no window open. Ceiling fans are a helpful option and should be moving counterclockwise in the summer to disperse the coolest air through the space. For your bed, utilize a cooling mattress, pillow and/or sheets to make your sleep more comfortable. Look for sheets made from bamboo, cotton percale, linen or those marked as having a cooling effect. Finally, you can try freezing your sheets or pillowcases so they are cold when you climb into bed. Use ice packs or cold cloths on your pulse points like the backs of your knees and elbows as well as your wrists, ankles and neck. If you wake up in the night, flipping your pillow over to the “cool” side might provide some temporary relief.

SUMMER STAYCATION IDEAS Summer is the time to travel and explore the area where you live. Planning a short road trip or a visit somewhere you haven’t been before in your own city or town can be easy to accomplish, inexpensive and fun for everyone. Here are some summer staycation ideas: • Berry (or vegetable) picking at a local farm.

• Do a “no-cook” day and eat out at a new restaurant for each meal. • Look for online coupons for activities that you wouldn’t usually do because of the cost. • Pick a direction and drive for an hour to see what you come across to see and do. • Create an in-home spa and pamper yourself.

• Outdoor concert or movie (if your city/town doesn’t have these, set up your own). • Picnic at a park you’ve never been to. • Be a tourist in your own city/town and stay at a hotel for a night. • Go stargazing at night.

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