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  • Destinations
    • Canada
      • Alberta
      • British Columbia
      • Ontario
        • London
        • Ottawa
        • Toronto
      • Quebec
        • Montreal
        • Quebec Maritime
        • Quebec City Region
        • Saguenay Lac St. Jean
    • Colombia
    • Europe
      • Spain
      • Portugal
      • Ireland
      • France
    • UK
      • Northern Ireland
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Creating and Sewing Curtains with lining – #MyBenjaminMooreHome

March 24, 2021April 19, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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As I slowly reveal the beautiful Benjamin Moore room makeover belonging to my second daughter, I  wanted to share with you a project that my mother and I did together.  I love working on a … Read more

OVA – Provincial Volleyball Championships – Recalling the 2013 OVAs…Here we go again…

June 15, 2020April 11, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Last year we were here in Kitchener-Waterloo watching my daughter compete in her first Ontario Volleyball Association provincial tournament.  It was an exciting weekend for us as we were attending our very first provincials in … Read more

@WHO–World Health Organization – #Just1Bite – World Health Day–Apr. 7, 2014 –Small Bite: Big Threat

May 28, 2021April 7, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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Somewhere in South America: Photo Credit. JM (my nephew) I have very adventurous nephews and nieces.  My one nephew (whose pictures you see in this post) has travelled through South East Asia, South America and … Read more

#LinkedMoms Chat celebrating #WorldAutismAwarenessDay #WAAD2014 – Wed. Apr.2 at 8 pm ET–Join Us

April 10, 2023April 1, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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April 2nd is a vey special day.  The United Nation has designated every April 2nd as World Autism Awareness Day #WAAD2014.  It is a day to create awareness, educate, donate and celebrate.  I recently wrote … Read more

Get Ready for PROM – Sign the Pledge = Parent-Driver Contract from G1.ca –

June 15, 2020March 25, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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When I was 16 years old, I was in a car with my girlfriend Leslie. We were on our way to see another friend of ours at an outdoor pool.  She was finishing up for … Read more

5 Tips for saving on-line–Understanding how to get a great deal

February 22, 2022March 18, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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If you follow my blog, you know that I have three wonderful but very active children.  This means that there are constant demands on our pocketbooks to dish out some cash for just about anything.  … Read more

She’s Turning 55 and @CBCOntarioToday asks: “Is Barbie welcomed in your home or not?”

February 11, 2022March 12, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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I was just listening to Ontario Today (a provincial call in show on CBC Radio One).  The discussion today was all about Barbie.  She celebrates her 55th Birthday this year and the host, Rita Celli, … Read more

Re-creating a Perfect First Date– Crab Thermidor Cannelloni: Valentine’s Day Recipe #Recipes4Romance

June 15, 2020January 25, 2014 by Margarita Ibbott
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This Valentine’s day will be the 23rd anniversary of our first date.  When I met my husband, I was new to Vancouver and British Columbia and there were so many things that I wanted to … Read more

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DOWNSHIFTING: a movement to voluntarily simplify your life (slow down, minimize, review priorities). I am all about less stuff and more travel.

DownshiftingPRO is where seasoned travel wisdom meets authentic adventure for the 50+ traveler hungry for luxury, culture, and meaningful experiences. I’m Margarita —a storyteller, organizer, and passionate explorer who blends solo escapes, trips with my husband, and multi-generational family adventures.

Whether I’m savouring exquisite culinary delights, wandering through world-class museums, connecting with Indigenous cultures, or indulging in luxury stays, I go beyond the surface to bring destinations alive.

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