Whether you’re lounging at the beach, simply sitting in the backyard, or having a picnic by the lake, you want a comfortable lounging chair. Sling chairs are a popular choice for summer as these outdoor chairs are designed for easy transportation and are perfect for the cottage and camping. Also, a sling chair is slouchy enough to take a nap in.

KidCraft carries a sling chair designed specifically for kids. The kids’ sling chair is beautifully made of weather-resistant wood, with fade-resistant, UV fabric. And unlike other sling chairs, this one doesn’t fold, so it can’t pinch little fingers or buckle when kids sit down.

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How to Treat a Mosquito Bite

During the summer months, you are bound to receive more than a few mosquito bites. Consider  carrying a small bottle of Toe Juice in your purse. Toe juice is a fast drying liquid that  can be used on a variety of skin issues like mosquito bites, athlete’s foot, warts, acne, eczema, irritation brought on by shaving, jock itch, Ichthyosis, diabetic rashes and more.

Toe Juice was invented by Royce Garner in 1970. At the time Royce was a high school chemistry teacher whose infant son had flaking, dry, cracked feet. Ron tried a variety of lotions, creams, and medicines on his infant son, but nothing solved the problem. Royce did some research and produced– Toe Juice® !

Toe Juice contains DermaVine. DermaVine® is a blend of plant-based extracts that enhance the skin’s natural repairing ability.  It contains willow bark, lemon peel, and Cinnamonum extracts. Read more…

                

With summer comes white t-shirts, halter tops and strapless dresses. Do you have the right bra for your summer wardrobe? Every woman should own a white cotton based bra with a smooth texture, a strapless bra,  U-plunge bra, a sports bra and a backless bra. Plus Size Bras and Panties carries a  gorgeous collection of bras perfect for Summer. One popular brand of bras they carry that I absolutely love comes from the lingerie manufacturer Bali.

Bali Bras

Bali is a wonderful lingerie brand. Soon after its beginning in 1927, Bali Intimates introduced the first all-cotton brassiere. This innovation offered ultimate comfort and shape enhancement. project a flat silhouette. Today they continue to create cutting edge products for women  that are specifically designed to bring maximum comfort and support.

Bali bras come in a variety of different styles, fabrics, and fits, so there is sure to be one that is the perfect bra for just about every woman. Bali manufactures  bras in several different fabric choices as well. A very popular choice for Summer is the cotton bra, which is comfortable, breathable, and helps a woman stay cool and fresh during the hot summer months.

Plus Size Bras and Panties offers a wide  selection of Bali bras including double support bras and minimizer bras, which can help to improve posture,  provide extra support, and make clothing fit easier. Bali  minimizer bras are said to reduce one’s bust size by about one and a half inches.

Bali’s Cotton Double Support Wire-Free Bra is appropriate  for women who have undergone a partial mastectomy, as it provides support while being soft on sensitive skin. Read more…

                

It is not always easy cooking for a vegan. A vegan diet excludes all animal products, including eggs, dairy, and honey and other items that may have an animal product used in the processing of the food. There is now a vegan honey substitute that can be used in BBQ sauces, hot and cold beverages, cakes, breads, or any recipe that calls for natural honey.

Introducing “Bee Free Honee”  invented by Katie Sanchez.  Bee Free Honee is made in Minnesota using strictly Midwest apples. Only three all-natural ingredients are used to make the honey: apple, beet sugar, and lemon juice. There is no added color or corn syrup added.

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Belleville, Ontario, located on the beautiful Bay of Quinte, offers numerous golf and yacht clubs as well as several summertime activities.  The Bay of Quinte and Moira River are legendary walleye hot-spots and a great area for fishing.  The bay is one of Canada’s top sailing destinations! The Bay is also popular with rowers and dragon-boaters.

Art and theatre plays a major role in Belleville, being home to two theatres- the Empire Theatre and the Belleville Theatre Guild. The Belleville Theatre Guild is a community theatre that stages a variety of plays ranging from light comedies to musicals, while “The Empire Theatre”is home to musical performances, theatre events and film viewings.

While in Belleville  in the Victorian neighborhood of the East Hill,stroll through the Corby Rose Garden, or visit the “Glanmore National Historic Site.” Glanmore was built in 1882-1883 for wealthy banker J.P.C. Phillips (1842-1912) and his wife Harriet Dougall Phillips (1839-1915). The elaborate home contains some original furnishings as well as beautiful objects from the Couldery Collection.

Why not plan your summer vacation to include a visit to the Waterfront & Ethnic Festival. The  community event held July 12-15  will delight guests of all ages.  Since the mid 1980s, the festival has been attracting visitors from across Ontario. Last year 30,000 people attended. Admission is free for everyone, so this is a great event to attend.

Alan Doyle of Great Big Sea fame is performing a solo concert in support of his new album Boy On Bridge at The Empire Theatre July 3rd or attend Empire Rockfest WED. JULY 25 – THURS. JULY 26 – FRI. JULY 27 – SAT. JULY 28. Acts at the event include George Thorogood and the Destroyers with special guests Downchild Blues Band, Boston with special guests 54/40 and Slash featuring featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators, with Special Guests: Monster Truck, and Special Guests: I Mother Earth.

August continues the big summer madness in Quinte with Ribfest, Jazz Fest,  and “The Tea Party” performing at the Empire Theatre.” This is just more reason to come visit the beautiful Bay of Quinte  this summer!

The pleasures of fine dining in an elegant decor in the city of Belleville. While in Belleville why not take your love one  for a dining experience that they will never forget.

Belleville’s ultimate in fine dining- Dinkel’s Restaurant and Courtyard

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If you are looking for a exciting place to vacation, Kingston, Ontario may be just the vacation spot for you and your family. Kingston is home to many wonderful sites, and events making it a very active tourist destination. While in Kingston take the kids to Kingston’s Family Funworld Park. The park features a three screen drive-in, 1/4 mile lite Go Kart track, batting tent, mini golf, and laser tag.

Both a museum and a spectacular historic site, Fort Henry is one of Canada’s premiere tourism attractions. The site offers guided tours, scenic views, musical performances from a military band, and military and marching demonstrations by the Fort Henry Guard.

A popular event in July, especially for families, is the annual Kingston Buskers Rendezvous, featuring jugglers, acrobats, musicians, and magicians.

Ambassador Conference Resort

Looking for a great family hotel to stay while you’re in Kingston? Why not stay at the Ambassador Conference Resort. The Ambassador has been the preferred choice of visitors to Kingston  for more than 35 years.

When you book your Kingston getaway at Ambassador Conference Resort you can be confident that your accommodations will be everything that you expect. The Ambassador is centrally located just minutes from Cataraqui Mall,  restaurants and other shopping venues. Downtown Kingston is about a 10 minute drive.

The Ambassador Conference Resort  is the perfect family hotel.  Children will delight in the ever-popular indoor water park that boasts a pool, 100’ water-slide, interactive splash pad and arcade and games room.  At the pool there is a life guard on duty. Adults can  relax in  two whirlpool tub spas, eucalyptus steam room and European dry sauna or work out in the cardio fitness centre. Read more…