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Sunday Brunch Treat mom to Mother's Day brunch (mimosas for all!) at Elixir Restaurant at Opus Hotel and enter to win a $500 Michael Kors

MAY 8TH, 2008 10 THINGS WE LOVE ABOUT PING'S 10. The low-profile entrance, with the name etched on the frosted glass and original sign still up. 9. The "Yoshoku" style of cooking: homestyle, post-war Japanese with Asian takes on hamburgers, hotdogs and potato salad. 8. Architect Omer Arbel's stunning grey pleated upholstered benches. 7. Famed artist Rodney Graham's massive teardrop painting (co-owner Josh manages his production and logistics). 6. The stackable, blond wood Danish chairs that look like they cost $700 each (they do?). 5. The handmade, white/black porcelain

MAY 7TH, 2008 MINDFUL MOVIES Sure you are psyched for He's Just Not That Into You the movie (watch this space), never mind Sex and The City. A good chick flick cures all manner of ills.

But here's a way to up your cinematic karma: Projecting Change is a new eco film fest opening tomorrow at The Ridge Theatre.

From climate change to food production to water preservation, there's info-tainment aplenty.

So for every environmental doc you get credit for two chick flicks, right?

Reserve tickets at www.projectingchange.ca

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MAY 6TH, 2008 SPRING TO ACTION They say everyone is either a folder or a hucker.

Folders, your jeans are neatly stacked from dark to light and your bed has crisp hospital corners.

Huckers, it takes you 15 minutes to find your keys and you have 21 single socks in your drawer.

Huckers, meet your folders.

Purpose in Place is a new organizing service that evaluates your needs, takes photos, shops for storage solutions, then puts it all together (and clears out the refuse) with the efficiency of a team of hausfraus.

I just finished uploading this House for sale, 70 Boundary Pt. Rd, Oroville, WA

Beautiful Home on Lake Osoyoos! Cape Cod style home, on 1.76 ac, has 5 bd/4 ba and approx 3528 sq ft of living space. The private beach has approx 104 ft of waterfront! This newer, barely lived in home, is located on the desirable west side of the lake, in a sheltered bay. It was built close to the shore, and takes full advantage of its views and playground! It's tastefully decorated with the beach, and nature in mind! The extra acreage this property has, offers future subdividing potential.

Monday, May 5, 2008 Power to the People Feel like your home is in for a major power shift?

Lead the charge in eco living and get rid of the power-sucking appliances for ENERGY STAR appliances that are more green and clean. Until December 31, 2008, BC Hydro is offering mail-in rebates for washers, refrigerators and freezers with the ENERGY STAR label.

It's the perfect time to replace relics with sleeker, smarter and more cost-efficient appliances and in turn reduce your energy bill and environmental impact.

Now that's power smart.

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MAY 5TH, 2008 SWEET WILLIAMS It used to be terribly gauche to give mom cookware for Mother's Day. But now that she belongs to a dinner party club and watches Heston Blumenthal's In Search of Perfection religiously, go nuts!

We love this idea from Williams Sonoma: grab a bright-coloured oven mitt, fill it with silicon spatulas, herb shears, tongs and pancake flippers along a colour theme (we chose celery green and lemon yellow), tie with a cheerful ribbon and you're done.

Just make sure it's you who's cooking brunch.

I just finished uploading this Vacant Land for sale, 33634 Hwy 97, Osoyoos, BC

4 Waterfront Lots On Lake Osoyoos! Your own slice of Heaven! Beautiful half acre, buildable lots, all with approx. 50 ft. of lake front. Located in a sheltered bay, on the west side of the lake. Low bank water access to each lot, City Water, Power, Septic approved. This will be a wonderful place to build your dream home, or vacation cottage!

Saturday, May 3, 2008 Hey Baby Nothing says “showers of happiness” quite like a day at the spa.

Som Visao's Baby Shower package is an exclusive celebration for up to 12 guests that includes unlimited spa treatments, 3D/4D ultrasound viewing for the mom-to-be, skin care assessments for all guests, gift bags, and a personal host, aesthetician and technician.

Forget about cleaning up post-party and instead enjoy a handpicked playlist of music, complimentary refreshments and lots of relaxation time with friends.

If only childbirth

MAY 3RD, 2008 LITTLE MISS CLIPS If you are still spending $20 on baby barrettes with a 2-day lifespan, time to wise up.

We tested Little Miss Clips ($4 each) on our very own Little Miss Rambunctious and we can attest they are fully playground proof, surviving everything from somersaults to seesaws.

We especially love the new Buttons and Bows range for spring. And it's so nice to know they won't end up at the bottom of the sandbox.

View and order at www.littlemissclips.ca

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