getting fit at iron north (giveaway)

My whole life I've had a love/hate relationship with fitness. I was always the chubby kid with glasses and no athletic ability, so I...

the ottawa vintage clothing show (giveaway)

This Sunday one of Ottawa's most beloved events is coming to the Shaw Centre: the Ottawa Vintage Clothing Show. Since it first launched...

beauty bargain: $10 treats from birchbox

I have a confession to make: I'm obsessed with beauty subscription boxes. Once a month, Christmas comes early and I dash to the mailbox...

#onebigbenefit for victims of the somerset fire

As most of you know, last Wednesday a fire tore through Chinatown, destroying four well-loved businesses and leaving several people...

local groceries delivered to your doorstep (giveaway)

Hands up if you hate doing groceries. If you get road rage pushing your shopping cart through the aisles. If you've ever voluntarily...

sneak peek: iron north fitness

I hadn't planned on doing a post this weekend, but today I tried a class at Iron North Fitness (my first time!) and I *HAD* to share a...

beauty bargain: l'oreal oleo therapy haircare

Recently I ran out of my favourite hair styling product: my pricey defrizzing oil from a professional hair supply shop. It smells divine...

ottawa wine & food: cheers to 30 years! (giveaway)

From October 30 to November 1, 2015, one of the biggest and most sophisticated parties of the year is hitting the capital: the Ottawa...

gift giving made goof proof (giveaway)

So, it snowed yesterday. I know. Most of us are in denial but let's be honest: it happened. And with those first few snowflakes, it hit...

mike's detours: pink lake, gatineau

Hi! Welcome to Mike’s Detours, a guest spot on Amyin613.com. I’m Amy's husband Mike, and every so often I'll be writing about great...