The Homebody Issue

Hello friend,

If you know me, you know I’m a homebody. If your instinct is to turn inward, you will love our fabulous finds this week. They make staying in the comfort of home an enriching experience.

I’ve had my eye on a cardigan from a woman-owned brand from Vancouver that got its start selling elevated basics for the home. It’s the perfect thing to wrap up in for quiet moments in the backyard, while the weather still allows. Like any true homebody, I love a great home decor item! We found a couple from Niagara Falls who make design-forward vases and home organization tools. Just wait until you see how they make them! Being a homebody doesn’t mean you can’t open your doors to others. We found a game that builds deep connections with friends, new and old. And quiet nights at home call for trying new skin care products. We found a brand created by a Naturopathic Doctor whose natural and organic skin treatments are just the thing to try on a Friday night at home alone.

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Enjoy!

This woman-owned brand is on a mission to elevate our everyday moments. Its quality products for the home and body wrap you in comfort.  

 If you’re a homebody, you will love these colourful, modern home decor items that marry form and function in the most beautiful way. Can you guess how they’re made?

The Naturopath who created this line of skin care looked to her Jamaican heritage for potent ingredients to treat problem skin. A herb that is prominent in her products is often found in dishes from the islands.

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Looking for a new way to engage with your family or friends on a night in? The woman behind this brand wants to make connection with others cool.

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Even a homebody appreciates an occasional beautiful fall day of exploration. This hike is a hidden gem that will blow your mind, just three hours outside of Toronto.

If you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner next weekend, why not treat yourself to new kitchen gadgets? If the whole family is coming, get some tools of the trade that will make the experience perfect.

Having worked for a luxury hotel company for many years, this story speaks to me. It’s about the world’s best smelling hotels and how your sense of smell can bring back memories of travel. It’s been a while, but the smell in the air at Four Seasons Hotel New York will stay with me forever.

Can we talk about weak bladders? Did you know 1 in 3 women experience some form of incontinence? Here are some tips to keep you on the right side of the statistics.

The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy is on my list of all-time favourite reads. To my delight, she’s written a memoir about her complicated relationship with her mother. I can’t wait to dive in. Check out Mother Mary Comes to Me.

She was 91 years old, but it still feels like it’s too soon to say goodbye to Jane Goodall. Her contributions to the world are too many to count.

Bobbi Brown has written a book about building two cosmetics empires. And her approach to business is truly inspiring.

Well, she did it again. Taylor Swift beat her own record for her biggest week in sales with the release of her new album “Life of a Showgirl.” Only one other artist has had a bigger week. Can you guess who?

A small town in eastern Newfoundland has been run by women since 2013 and voters have just re-elected its all-women city council. Find out why women run the town.

Who is the woman that could become Prime Minister of Japan? Meet conservative politician Sanae Takaichi and learn how she’s shaking things up in Japan’s political landscape.

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In last week’s issue, we recognized the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with features about incredible Indigenous women and their products. Get their stories here.

Find out what you have to look forward to next Sunday in Genuinely Stellar!

Don’t miss our story with the chocolatier who makes bonbons that are almost too pretty to eat.