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About stenoodie

I'm a stenographer, foodie, avid traveller, and mom of 3 who loves to share her experiences with the world.

Relaxing Weekend Getaway in Port Hope, Ontario

Posted on August 13, 2019 by stenoodie

August 10-11, 2019: Another summer weekend, another beautiful weekend to get away to Ontario’s favourite small town. 🙂 Port Hope is a small town just an hour’s drive from the Greater Toronto Area that boasts the best preserved historic downtown … Continue reading →

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Consider turning off your air conditioning unit

Posted on August 8, 2019 by stenoodie

I write this post as I hear my next-door neighbour’s constantly churning AC unit through my open windows. It’s not even hot tonight, and the perpetual blasts of wind outside tonight are so cool and refreshing. Why do you need … Continue reading →

Posted in Life | Tagged Be earth friendly, Drink more water, Save our earth, Sweat it out, Turn off your AC for the sake of the earth | 2 Comments

Yoga Bodies (formerly Hot Yoga Wellness Richmond Hill) [Defunct]

Posted on August 6, 2019 by stenoodie

January 2020: New year, a new change in the schedule again. The Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 a.m. classes have been eliminated. RIP. Oh, seems like they’re back again. December 2019: Co-owner Amanda is back at the Richmond Hill studio. She … Continue reading →

Posted in Fitness | Tagged @yoga_bodies twitter, Hot Yoga Wellness Richmond Hill rebranding, Richmond Hill yoga, Yoga Bodies, Yoga Bodies new location, Yoga Bodies Richmond Hill, Yoga in Richmond Hill, Yoga studios in Richmond Hill | 6 Comments

The Feast of St. Lawrence 2019 – Dinner under the Stars – Media Walking Food Tour Preview

Posted on July 22, 2019 by stenoodie

July 20, 2019: I’m thankful to be invited on this year’s walking tour again to preview some of the restaurants that will be participating in this year’s The Feast of St. Lawrence “Dinner under the Stars” event, a six-course sit-down … Continue reading →

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Protected: Steno things this week

Posted on July 17, 2019 by stenoodie

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Port Hope FAM Tour Trip 2019 (things to do and see)

Posted on July 16, 2019 by stenoodie

July 13 and 14, 2019: All thanks to the Municipality of Port Hope for organizing yet another splendid, fun-filled, and memorable weekend! All activities in the itinerary were arranged and sponsored by their Marketing & Tourism board.

Posted in Complimentary Adventures | Tagged @Laveanne twitter, @toebeanscafe twitter, @treetoptrekking twitter, @VisitPortHope twitter, Crustless Dill and Spinach Quiche with Cheese, Ganaraska Forest, Garden Hill Conservation Area, Garden Hill General Store Port Hope, Laveanne Lavender, Laveanne Lavender Port Hope, Moonlight & Pines B&B, Port Hope, Port Hope cat cafe, Port Hope new cat cafe, Port Hope picnic spots, Port Hope things to do, Port Hope treetop trekking, things to do and see in Port Hope 2019, Toe Beans Cat Cafe, Treetop Trekking Ganaraska | 2 Comments

SCENIC coffee + brunch (Brunch inside Initium)

Posted on July 1, 2019 by stenoodie

June 3, 2019: Here is another new-ish restaurant that serves brunch in Markham! SCENIC coffee + brunch is located inside Initium Salon. The salon is located on Woodbine Avenue but nestled inside a row of plazas (near the Costco) that … Continue reading →

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Body Bar (lack of) Massage Review

Posted on June 19, 2019 by stenoodie

June 19, 2019: I bought a 60-minute massage Groupon deal back in February. Since then, I have tried several times to call Body Bar (located at 115 Apple Creek Blvd, Unit 4, Markham) to schedule an appointment to redeem my … Continue reading →

Posted in Spas and Massages | Tagged 115 Apple Creek Blvd #4, Body Bar, Body Bar Groupon deal, Body Bar Markham, Body Bar massage Groupon, Markham, Markham massages | 4 Comments

Vegan Food at Copper Branch [Defunct]

Posted on June 10, 2019 by stenoodie

May 26, 2019: I was first exposed to Copper Branch earlier this year as part of a Yelp event. I returned here with Tracy to try out the vegan selections further. Everything is made from vegetables and fruit or soy … Continue reading →

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Stress post

Posted on June 9, 2019 by stenoodie

I hate wedding planning and coordinating. I hate having to involve other people that I have to rely on and trust for an apparent special day of my life.

Posted in Wedding Planning | 4 Comments