St. Lawrence - Lifestyle

Straw mattresses didn't always mean poverty

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -04:00

EMC Lifestyle - Goodness knows, I was used to sleeping on a feather mattress. That didn't mean I went all over Northcote bragging about it. My sister Audrey said only poor people used feathers, because feathers were free.

My little friend Joyce slept on a mattress that was tufted and about six inches thick. Pink with blue flowers. What luxury! ...

Don't let the shine blind you

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -04:00

EMC Lifestyle - Probably the single largest group of unsung champions at any auto retailer, from urban mega-stores to small town independent lots, is the detailing staff. These men and women of all ages and backgrounds work tirelessly to make sure that the new or used vehicle you or I purchase is absolutely pristine and sparkling from one bumper ...

Three ingredients are all that's needed for this springtime salad

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -04:00

EMC Lifestyle - This week's recipe is for a simple three-ingredient salad that features a colourful, tasty combination of spinach, avocado and strawberries.

Although it's quick and convenient to use a bottled salad dressing, you may want to make one of the following dressings for the salad. Both are quick and easy to prepare.

The Roquefort ...

Thousand Islands: The Garden Of The Great Spirit

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 -04:00

EMC Lifestyle - One of the most beautiful waterways in the world lies only a short distance from most of us, its 1,864 islands beckoning boaters, fishermen, and divers to explore a wealth of picturesque bays, channels and beaches.

Geologically, the Thousand Islands is a piece of the Canadian Shield which runs across the river into New York ...