Author Archives: Lynn Bee

Missionary’s Downfall

Summer’s just around the corner (depending on where you live….) so I am recommending this amazing tropical treat: the Missionary’s Downfall This drink was originally invented in the late 30’s by Don the Beachcomber, and we can’t thank him enough … Continue reading

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Eye zappin’

As you may recall, I had to go for additional eye testing after a routine exam: http://tastyturntable.com/2014/12/09/optical/ The results are in, and I do have to get laser eye surgery. I have what is known as Narrow Anterior Chamber Angles. That’s … Continue reading

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Dogs with jobs: Sniffin’ for a livin’

My building is being inspected for bed bugs. And the service hired is using dogs to do the detecting! This means 2 things: 1- I am super excited to see the dogs – so I have plans to be home … Continue reading

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Caramel Melts

A super simple snack to make when you need (need!) a pan of sweet treats. You will need: 1/2c butter 2c brown sugar dash of vanilla 2 eggs 1 and 1/2c flour You will also need: an hour, a bowl, … Continue reading

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Perpetually In: The Breton Stripe

I recently found myself trying to convince someone that stripes are not going to go out of style any time soon. I mean, seriously? The breton stripe has been a fairly common pattern for over 150 years in the context … Continue reading

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Baby passports

Things aren’t as simple as they used to be…. no more adding your kids onto your passport. As of about 10 years ago kids (and babies) need to have their very own passports to cross borders. At first the idea … Continue reading

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Drinking buddies and babysitters

Why does being a mom seem so… familiar? Like any healthy young North American, I have had my fair share of hanging out with drunk idiots at parties. And there are SO many parallels between taking care of a baby … Continue reading

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Start a resolution

I just realized New Year’s is coming up fast and I have no plans. I also have no resolutions. Traditionally, my past resolutions have been: 1- to keep being awesome 2- to not get any haircuts I like both of … Continue reading

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The pains of being a Canadian shopper

With Christmas rapidly approaching, I was all set to buy my favourite auntie one of her favourite items – the fantastic Aveda Caribbean Therapy Body Cleanser. I usually get it from Nordstroms because they have free shipping. But sadly, Nordstroms … Continue reading

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