The Weird Freedom of Midlife with Rachel Naud
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The Weird Freedom of Midlife with Rachel Naud

There’s a strange thing that happens to women in midlife that nobody really prepares you for. Somewhere between raising kids, surviving careers, managing relationships, paying bills, caring for everyone else, and quietly carrying the emotional weight of life for decades, something begins to shift. 

You stop caring as much. Not in a sad way. In a freeing way. And honestly? It’s a little disorienting at first. 

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Tips for a Stylish Summer with Johnson’s
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Tips for a Stylish Summer with Johnson’s

Looking forward to enjoying warm evenings on the patio, hot days at the beach, or garden parties this summer? 

The classic question of “What should I wear?” presents the perfect opportunity to elevate your wardrobe as the temperature skyrockets. Embrace these simple suggestions for an instant style upgrade for your summer activities. 

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AEVI: Your Second Home. Your Future Wardrobe.
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AEVI: Your Second Home. Your Future Wardrobe.

Named after the Icelandic word for life (pronounced i-vee), AEVI was created as more than a boutique, salon, and spa – it was designed as a place to slow down, feel inspired, and experience luxury in a way that feels welcoming and effortless.

From the moment you step through our doors on Taylor Avenue, you’ll understand why so many describe AEVI as their second home. Settle into our living room with a cup of tea, enjoy a moment of relaxation while you’re pampered, and wander through a boutique thoughtfully curated for women who appreciate timeless style.

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The Art of a Manitoba Summer with Farmer’s Son Co.
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The Art of a Manitoba Summer with Farmer’s Son Co.

The garden’s looking lush and green, the evenings are warm and our weekends start to disappear. We head to the lake or the cabin, find a favourite patio, pack a picnic for the park or chase whatever adventures we can fit in. Summers in Manitoba have this way of making us want to do everything all at once and, for a few short months, we almost believe we can. 

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Meet Greg Fritz
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Meet Greg Fritz

The garden’s looking lush and green, the evenings are warm and our weekends start to disappear. We head to the lake or the cabin, find a favourite patio, pack a picnic for the park or chase whatever adventures we can fit in. Summers in Manitoba have this way of making us want to do everything all at once and, for a few short months, we almost believe we can.

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Making a Splash with Rishona Hyman of Aqua Essence Swim Academy
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Making a Splash with Rishona Hyman of Aqua Essence Swim Academy

“This is where the magic happens.”

These few words hand painted by Winnipeg artist Kal Barteski on a wall at Aqua Essence Swim Academy carry a lot of meaning at this full-service swim space located in Winnipeg’s Kenaston Common.

The brainchild of founder Rishona Hyman, a.k.a. “the Head Fish,” Aqua Essence is Manitoba’s only private swim school that has a pool with a deep end. This distinction is one of the many reasons more than 1,700 students a week – ranging in age from four months to adult – take lessons here, gaining confidence in their swim abilities and to thrive in other areas of their lives.

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