

Easy 3-Ingredient Mixed Berry Ice Cream (No Machine Needed!)
After a recent visit to Reesor’s Farm Market, where I picked up the freshest strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries, I knew I had to whip up a sweet treat with them. This mixed berry ice cream is super easy to make—no fancy ice cream maker needed (though I did use my Ninja Creami because I’m a little obsessed). It’s creamy, perfectly sweet, and packed with the bright, juicy flavour of summer berries. Plus, it only uses three ingredients. Yes, really.

Janelle S Powell
Jul 232 min read


Budget-Friendly Family Vacations: How to Travel with Kids on a Budget
With rising prices on just about everything—from groceries to gas—many families are wondering how to take a break without breaking the bank. Whether you’re looking for a quick Toronto staycation or a road trip across Ontario, there are plenty of ways to enjoy quality time together on a budget.
If you’re searching for budget-friendly family vacation ideas in Ontario or tips on traveling with kids without spending a fortune

Janelle S Powell
Jul 84 min read


Not Just Books: 9 Money-Saving Services You Can Access at the Library
With the rising cost of everything, using your local library as a community resource just makes sense. Whether you're a content creator, parent, student, or just someone trying to live well without overspending, these free services are game changers.

Janelle S Powell
Jul 43 min read


Discovering the Magic of Plus Size Player by Danielle Allen
Plus Size Player is everything I love in a romance: steamy, smart, hilarious, and full of heart. Danielle Allen gave us a heroine we can root for, relate to, and recognize.

Janelle S Powell
Jun 63 min read


Netflix’s Forever: A Heartfelt, Beautifully Black Ode to First Love
Let’s be clear: Netflix's "Forever" is art. It’s not just a coming-of-age story—it’s a becoming story. Watching Keisha and Justin fall for each other, fumble through expectations, and find themselves along the way feels raw, real, and deeply familiar. Especially for viewers who rarely see young Black love explored with this kind of nuance and care.

Janelle S Powell
May 273 min read


Kennedy Ryan’s Can’t Get Enough: A Bold, Beautiful End to the Skyland Series [Review]
Kennedy Ryan has done it again—delivering a finale that not only satisfies, but elevates the entire Skyland series. Can’t Get Enough, the third and final installment, is a rich, soulful, and emotionally resonant story that reminds us why Ryan is a powerhouse in contemporary romance.

Janelle S Powell
May 102 min read