Anna's Blog

As parents, our goal is to raise kind, smart, caring and responsible humans.  It’s a big task that can be overwhelming at times, but there are simple ways to teach your child important life lessons and skills, you’re probably already doing most of them and don’t even know it. Children learn from ...

Summertime is a season that activates and engages all our senses.   Freshly cut grass, a campfire and sunscreen, the smell of these things instantly take us back to these longer days under the sun. The feeling of sand under our feet, the warmth of the sun on our faces and we can’t forget about th...

A landscape classic, Spirea are eye-catching perennials that are known to be fast growers, hardy and hassle-free! Incorporate Spirea into your garden if you’re looking to fill in an area of your landscape or incorporate it into a mixed border- as they offer a spectacular show! These deciduous shr...

It’s officially Summer.   This wonderful season brings sunshine, hot weather, trips to the beach, patio hangs and so much more.  We love that summertime brings family, friends and neighbours together, whether it’s gathering for a BBQ or a quick catch up in the driveway while you’re out for your e...

With the final school bell about to ring and Summer about to be in full swing; we all know that barbecues, pool parties and plenty of those “just because” get-togethers will be filling up our weekend schedules soon! So here at Anna’s, we thought it would be a great time to suggest some fun and di...

This month we’ll be talking about peppermint essential oil.   Peppermint oil has a fresh, distinctive aroma that is both invigorating and soothing.  For centuries this oil has been known to aid in digestion but is also known for relieving tension and freshening your breath.   As you may have gues...