Review of Canopy by Hilton Toronto Yorkville: Futuristic Elegance in the Six
There's something about sleeping next to your loved on, in separate beds, in a room you do not have to clean yourself.
Every Couple Needs a Nickname: How #TeamRilPhon Was Formed
Blog 21 of 40: "Brendon & Rachel were Brenchel, Rob & Amber were Romber. If we were to make it - be each other's race partner - a name was imperative. We were having a fun time together - a real fun time. And we were shaping up to be a real fun pair."
Blog 20 - The Halfway Point
...like flossing or picking up Agatha's poop, a nagging dread for missing the deadline creeps up. Maybe that is why a recurring dream I have is missing homework deadlines.
Ron's Recommended Rewatch of Survivor Episodes to Prepare for 50
Blog 19 of 20. Survivor 50 premieres on February 26 and I believe CBS jumped over(board) some classic must-watch episodes.
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Recognizing Patterns: Revisiting Old Notes and Current Trends
Blog 18 of 40. I found old report cards that opened my eyes to instilled patterns from childhood that remain today.
Snow's Loud Silence
Blog 17 of 40. I hear you, snow, loud and clear.
Unsolicited Parenting Advice from a Gay Man with No Kids
Blog 16 of 40. Looking for support for a book idea I had over a discussion about chicken nuggets.
My 40th Birthday Travel Wish List - Help Me Decide!
Blog 15 of 40. The countdown continues, but where will I be when the clock strikes on my new decade?
The Awkward Time Between Christmas & New Years
Blog 14 of 40. It's that period where time means nothing and you have no clue how to manage it.
Survivor 50 First Glance Review: Overhyped, Overplayed, Over the Shark
Blog 13 of 40. My flame for Survivor still flickers, but the preview for season 50 is dimming it.
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Movie Review - "Oh. What. Fun" is Oh. So. Garbage.
Blog 12 of 40. A movie about moms at Christmas could have done more to celebrate the season.
My Christmas Wish: A Classic Film House
Blog 11 of 40. Consider this an extension to my holiday viewing blog, but I think Santa needs to hear my plea.
Ron Bauman
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Five More Cruise Ports I Want to Escape To - Part Two
Blog 11 - let's make this a two-parter, extend the heat.
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Five Caribbean Cruise Ports I Want to Reheat Myself In - Part 1
Blog 10 - I'm falling behind. I'm too cold and need a hot spot to reheat.
Ron Bauman
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Always Look on the Bright Side of Life
Blog nine now open. Chewing on life's gristle? Don't grumble, give a whistle and read what I have to say.
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Six Sweet Stops in Niagara I Recommend this Season
Blog Eight of 40. Stay warm with a visit to one of these bakeries.
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Debate: How Soon Is "Too Soon" for Christmas?
Blog 7/40. When it comes to preparation, can you ever be overprepared?
Ron Bauman
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New Toronto Gems with the Help of Good Friends
Blog six of forty. We visited the home team to see what they had to offer.
Volunteering Rockz
4 of 40 in the books. Spend time helping someone you love, being told to do things you'll love doing.
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The Great Bird Caper
Blog 3 of 40. We had quite the Thanksgiving escapade this year.
13 Halloween Episodes to Kick Off the Holiday Special Season
40 in 40 Series, blog two. I love to curl up and watch a funny Halloween episode.
Ron Bauman
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Craving a Slice of Calm
Post One in the "40 in 40 Series" - I could really use a break already.
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40 Posts in 40 Weeks Series
I have 40 weeks until my 40th birthday. This is a commitment to make the most of those weeks.
The Whimsical Route: a Recount of our Mystery Road Trip.
Phil and I took a mystery road trip with a Guess Where Trips kit. Where did we end up?
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