TEAM Resources

Ask a child what Christmas is about and most will reply, “it’s about the presents.” Amid all the commercialism, we forget the true reason for the season. So how do we break this materialistic cycle? Give gifts that pull at heartstrings, rather than your bank account. This year for Team’s Christmas contest, we wanted to […] Read more

What a beautiful bright day we have as this article is being written. The morning sunrises and evening sunsets that we enjoy on the farm are perks we take for granted. During the holidays, I tried to capture this beauty on film to retain for future memories, and to send to our son in Australia. […] Read more

I’ve just completed a busy two weeks looking after three little grandchildren while their parents had a holiday. Often, as it is with little children, the house was upside down. It reminded me of the following saying: “If you come to see me, come anytime. If you come to see my house, make an appointment.” […] Read more

In Canada, we can expect to see more nutritional information on food labels. A label outlining the food’s nutritional information will soon be mandatory on nearly all food packages sold in Canada. Currently, nutrition labeling is voluntary. The lack of nutritional information on food labels is something we “snowbirds” have missed, after returning to Canada […] Read more

The moment you become a parent, you automatically give your own parents a new position. You make them grandparents. Strong connections among the generations will surround your child with the security of belonging to an extended family. How your family defines the grandparent role will depend on your circumstances. Grandparents are important family members and […] Read more