Seasonal Holidays

Seasonal Holidays

While we enjoy a beautiful autumn, every tried-and-true Calgarian knows that Winter is right around the corner. Make sure that you and your property are prepared by tackling these outdoor projects before snow sweeps over the nation:

  • Protect your yard equipment with a shed: "a backyard storage shed is an essential addition to your space, ensuring tools and equipment are protected from the harsh conditions of winter. Beyond its utility, a well-designed shed adds visual charm to your landscaping, blending functionality with aesthetics" (Backyard Boss).
  • Get your grass ready for the long winter and upcoming spring by aerating: "If want your outdoor space to look lush and green once the snow melts, aerating your lawn is a great first step. Once…

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The crisp air, colorful leaves, and cozy sweaters are here—which can only mean one thing: fall routines are in full swing. Between back-to-school mornings, after-school activities, and the return of busier work schedules, finding time to prep healthy, satisfying snacks and meals can feel impossible.

Instead of reaching for takeout or the nearest bag of chips, a little inspiration can go a long way. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of easy, delicious snack and meal ideas to keep you (and your family) fueled during the hectic back-to-school and back-to-work season.

Here are some recipes to get you started:

  • Pizza Croissants (Women's World)
  • Creamy Rotisserie Chicken Salad (Eating Well)
  • Watermelon Salsa (Pure Wow)
  • Taco in A Bag (All…

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Settling into the new school year is always a difficult transition. Summertime is filled with such a sense of freedom and possibility, that getting back into a new routine and structure can feel stifling and overwhelming. Here are some tips for you and your loved ones as you adjust to the changing of the seasons:

  • Stay positive! Great Schools writes, "as the first day draws near, begin talking to your child about [their] expectations, hopes, and worries about the upcoming school year. Reassure [them] that other children are having the same feelings. Present school as a place where [they'll] learn new things and make friends."
  • Keep your home environment as stable as possible to reduce new routine overload. Parent Map writes, "delay making other…

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Summertime is in full swing after a particularly rainy July! The sky is blue, the sun is bright, and the warm breeze is bringing everyone back outside. This is the moment you dreamed of on that bitterly cold day in February, so make the most of it.

On beautiful summer days, we all crave one thing: a sweet treat. Today’s treats are all about helping cool you down during these dry Alberta heat spells. They all include ingredients that you can pick up at your local grocery store and they are great to share with your family and friends:

  1. Chocolate Banana Popsicles: This one is so easy that you're likely already dropping everything to go make it. First, melt down some chocolate chips in the microwave with a little bit of coconut oil, and peal…

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Summer is in full swing. Whether you're currently on vacation or pining for a vacation, where you dream of staying can say so much about you! From lakeside cottages to luxury hotels, everyone has a preference that gives insight into what they value. So, what does your dream summer home say about you?

Modern Beach House: You are confident and know exactly what you want. You crave routine and have the best color-coded schedule around. You love to host others, and take great pride in curating every moment to be as beautiful as possible. You like things you can rely on, like the guaranteed fun of a beach house with everything needed for a great getaway. You can be found packing the perfect picnic basket and enjoying a classic beach read.

Rustic…

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Mother's Day is this weekend on May 11th!

If you are still looking for that perfect gift for mom, check out these local stores that have something for every special woman out there:

Adorn Boutique: "Located in Calgary's historic Inglewood, Adorn Boutique is a small family owned shop that boasts a beautiful selection of carefully curated feminine apparel, jewelry and accessories from a variety of Canadian, Australian, American and European designers" (Adorn Boutique).

Luke's Drug Mart: "In 1951 Lukes Drug Mart opened in Calgary’s Bridgeland neighbourhood, making Lukes the oldest independently owned pharmacy in Calgary. Three generations later we are still operating in our original location. We are focused on supporting local brands, artists…

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Decorating Easter eggs is such a fun tradition. It's a great way to sit down together with loved ones (or peacefully by yourself) and indulge in your creative side. Whether you're a skilled egg decorator, or a first-timer, egg decorating is all about being present and having some Easter fun. But have you ever wondered where this tradition began? 

Egg decorating has been around for a very long time. Sorcha McCrory writes for Scandinavia Standard, "the practice of decorating eggshells itself is quite ancient, with decorated, engraved ostrich eggs found in Africa that are 60,000 years old. Representations of ostrich eggs in gold and silver were often placed in graves of the ancient Sumerians and Egyptians" (Scandinavia Standard).

Quickly adopted by…

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New Year, New You, right? 

We always have high hopes that the new year will be a game changer. We're going to become more wealthy, get more in shape, cultivate more relationships, and just generally be better. We expect our quality of life to skyrocket as we begin thriving. After all, it's a new year! A blank slate where anything is possible. 

Having these hopes and goals for the new year are valuable. We should all be pushing to be the best version of ourselves. Settling into a victims mentality will only ever keep us down on our luck. We truly do have the power to change our situation, and each day is a new opportunity to do so. 

The problem people run into is that they have big, vague goals that never get accomplished because they were…

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The new year is right around the corner, and with it the desire for a fresh start. We want to remind you that you never have to wait for the new year. Every day is the opportunity for a new beginning, filled with endless potential to transform your situation into the life you’ve always dreamed of. Still, there is something special about a completely blank calendar year, just waiting to be filled with transformative adventure.

2025 marks the end of the first quarter of the century, making it a monumental year! Are you ready to make it your best one yet? Do you want to be your best self at this time next year? Here are some recommendations to get you started:

First, ask yourself this: “How would I be introduced on a podcast?” It may seem silly to…

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All of us here at Team Ken Richter wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
 
As we embrace the joy of the Christmas season, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your trust and support throughout the years. Whether you found your dream home, sold a cherished property, or are planning for future real estate endeavors, being your trusted real estate professional is a true joy and honor.

With 2025 approaching, we wish you and your loved ones a new year filled with health, happiness, and prosperity. May your home be a place of warmth, love, and cherished memories, today and always.
 
Warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Happy Holidays! 

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