Tag Archives winter

Olympic Fever

This international sports event brings the world together, no matter where you're from. Throughout the (two week) duration of the Olympic games I come home and glue myself to the couch to watch athletes from different backgrounds compete. Some sports are unusual and ones that I wouldn't really watch unless they're featured in the Olympic ...

Casual Outfit in my Favourite Hoodie

Every girl has a favourite cozy hoodie; be it your university hoodie, volleyball league hoodie or just a hoodie you like with tights that brings you comfort, coziness, sass and chic on lazy days. I was recently reminded by my husband and mom that I  have many sweaters with birds on them (haha). I admit ...

Winter Celebration 2018

I know that many of us are impatiently waiting for the warm weather, sunshine glow and fun summer activities. Nonetheless, if you are in a place where the winter season is much longer than its summer (like on this side of the world) then find things in your city that can excite you. The annual ...

Cozy Winter Sweaters

Before I moved to Ottawa my husband warned me that the winter season is intense. So far, I’ve been coping well with my first winter here and definitely enjoying the beautiful white sights and magical winter wonderland. One way to stay cozy and warm is to pull out your favourite bulky and oversized sweaters. Neutral ...

World’s Largest Skating Rink

On the 2nd weekend of The Rideau Canal Skateway opening, we went on a double date with our newlywed friends. Luckily, the temperature ticked up a few degrees to – 22C (Ottawa winter standard). I can’t remember the last time I went skating, maybe 2013. Growing up in the Middle East before the existence of ...