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A Labour of Life

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Featuring Soup recipes. Quick and easy recipes that are easy to follow, pretty to look at and of course totally delicious

Delicious DIY Miso Soup

Delicious DIY Miso Soup

12/22/20 | All Things Food Related, Recipes from my Kitchen, Soup Recipes

Instant Pot® Vegan Vegetable Soup

Instant Pot® Vegan Vegetable Soup

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Instant Pot Homemade Vegetable Soup

Instant Pot Homemade Vegetable Soup

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Spicy Leftover Turkey and White Bean Soup

Spicy Leftover Turkey and White Bean Soup

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Homemade Beef Chili Soup

Homemade Beef Chili Soup

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A Taste of Brilliance and Roasted Garlic Soup

A Taste of Brilliance and Roasted Garlic Soup

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A Labour of Life is my view of the world from a Boomer’s perspective. Life begins at 50, a time where travel, food, wine and fashion merge together guilt free.
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🎼🎤wasting away again in Margaritaville, sear 🎼🎤wasting away again in Margaritaville, searching for my long lost shaker of salt. Some people claim that there’s a woman to blame but I know.....it’s actually my fault lol🏖🎼🎸 Today is #nationalmargaritaday and what are you doing to celebrate?  I would rather be back in the Caribbean but just dreaming about it will have to suffice for today. In the meantime have some salt with your #margarita ok? 
#margaritaville #ottawalife #over50andfabulous #canadianbloggers #over50style #over50fashion 
#bikinigirls #iwillwearwhatilike #vacationstyle #margaritadrink #ottawablogger #myottawa #ottawa #ottawaphoto #yowstyle #ottawastyle #ottawafashion  #ottawablog #thefierce50 #over50style #margaritaday #canadianbloggers #ottawabloggers #ottawablogger
My fav part of winter, fun hats, coats and gloves. My fav part of winter, fun hats, coats and gloves. Winter style is like no other. I also love taking pictures in the snow and exploring. Today I am sharing some memories of #yellowknife 
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#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #winterstyles
It is #nationaldrinkwineday and I sure am missing It is #nationaldrinkwineday and I sure am missing my wine country visits. Sharing a few fun memories from #niagarawinecountry and my fav #niagarawineries. Did you celebrate today? 

#niagaraonthelake #niagarawines #fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
If you can’t shout it from the rooftops then sho If you can’t shout it from the rooftops then shout it from somewhere anywhere. Celebrating the joy in living or maybe just the fact it didn’t snow. FYI this is not today cuz it sure snowed. 

I think I was yelling to all the #texans on #tictoc you cankeep the weather we really don’t mind. Apparently they didn’t listen 🤦🏼‍♀️❄️☃️
#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty  #lovemarshalls #shoedazzle
You can’t see me I am camouflaged. Oops I guess You can’t see me I am camouflaged. Oops I guess that doesn’t work in the snow🤦🏼‍♀️ I don’t remember the last time I ordered a new outfit and then shared it on insta and the blog. I kid you not 2020/21 has not been a new ootd friendly time. Found this number and had to have it. Suits my new #stayathomestyle. How are you styling yourself lately. #oldnavystyle #camostyle #shoedazzlegirl #shoedazzle #fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
It's a day for hearts and flowers and maybe candy. It's a day for hearts and flowers and maybe candy. Or better yet it's a day for leather and leopard and red tulle. My favourite type of outfit mixing all the pieces of me. Enjoy today no matter who you are with or what you are doing. 
#myottawa #ottawalife #ottawaphoto #yowstyle #ottawastyle #ottawafashion #ottawablogger #ottawablog #thefierce50 #fashionover40 #fashionover50 #50isnotold #50isthenew30 #canadianbloggers #ottawaigers #fashionfatefebruary #fashionlovefebruary #passionforfashion #fashioncanadians #shoedazzlegirl #valentines2021❤️ #redtulleskirt #leopardandleather #galentinesday2021 #ig50community #igover50 #instagramover50
To celebrate V/Galentines, I have teamed up with @ To celebrate V/Galentines, I have teamed up with @masoiree_official to giveaway 2 giftcards valued at $50 each to shop on their site. They are a Canadian nail care brand that focuses on wellness, and all products are non-toxic, pregnancy safe, and cruelty free. Here’s how to enter for a chance to win: 

1-Follow @masoiree_official, and like any post on their page
2-Follow my account and like this post 
3-Tag a friend that enjoys getting her nails done (1 tag= 1 entry, unlimited entries) 

This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram. Giveaway closes Feb 13th, 2021 at 11:59 PM EST. Winner will be announced Feb 14th, 2021. Contest is open to Canada & US. Good luck!

Disclaimer: I will only ever communicate about our giveaway using my @alabouroflife account.

#giftaway #ottawagiftaway #nailsofinstagram #nailsoftheday #ottawanails #ottawanailbar #ottawanailspa #manicurenails #fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
Today my motto is Donut let life get you down. Sta Today my motto is Donut let life get you down. Starts my day with a special delivery that put a smile on my face. Thanks to those who care. 

#myottawa #ottawa #ottcity #613food  #yowfood #ottawalife #ottawaphoto #ottawablogger #ottawablog #thefierce50 #ottawafood #ottawaeats #ottawafoodie #ottawadrinks #donuts #suzyq  #over50influencer  #over50lifestyle #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger l #overfifty  #mavieenrose
Well no question the weather outside is frightful Well no question the weather outside is frightful ❄️. Ok it’s not actually today was a gorgeous day and I actually got to get outdoors. Last week however. Not so much. Few days of warmer temps before Mother Nature heads back our way with more snow and cold. For now let’s get strolling in pink fur and leopard shall we. 
#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
Yea I know I live in 🇨🇦 it’s to be expecte Yea I know I live in 🇨🇦 it’s to be expected. Except none of us believe that. Sometimes it is just to dang cold. 
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#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #winterstyle #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
Today is my birthday and I am smiling even though Today is my birthday and I am smiling even though I should be walking on a sandy beach. 
Scroll 👉🏻7 years ago today I was in Honduras,a stop on my first cruise. Fast forward and a birthday trip became an annual tradition. Celebrating in a ship is a tad better then in the snow but I tell myself it’s who you are with not where you are. 🏖🏝🤷🏼‍♀️. Maybe if I say it enough I’ll actually believe it lol. 
Oh well. Happy Birthday to me 
#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
If I just keep walking do you think I might find s If I just keep walking do you think I might find sun sand and a beach or maybe a 🚢 to take me away?  Or at a minimum maybe a vaccine so I can start planning. I figure just sitting around is t doing me much good. 

Stay home , stay safe but above all stay well 

#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50travel #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
Excuse the #chocolatecake selfie but it is actuall Excuse the #chocolatecake selfie but it is actually #chocolatecakeday. I am not fibbing it is a real thing #nationalchocolatecakeday. Did you celebrate? 

#ottawafood #ottawaeats #ottawafoodie #ottawadrinks #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram  #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #overfifty
#AD January has almost come to its end and I think #AD January has almost come to its end and I think I have finally mastered a new craft.  With extra time on my hands I was able to learn how to create a ton of fun projects.  Taking a half load off thanks to @MyCascade Platinum has freed me from the guilt of washing up because I couldn't run a full load. 
 
You might be surprised to learn that running a dishwasher half full still wastes less water, time, money and energy compared to handwashing those same dishes. How crazy is that?
 
So, there is no need to feel guilty about running a half full dishwasher, because at the end of the day it wastes less and is better for the planet compared to handwashing.
 
Live boldly, run the dishwasher right after supper when it is only half full and head to your craft area or maybe just put your feet up and relax with the family.
 
With the confidence of knowing it is ok to take some time for you, don’t be a dishwasher dipper. Run a half load and use Cascade Platinum instead to waste less water compared to handwashing.

Want to try it and have a little more time for you? Well you can purchase Cascade Platinum at @WalmartCanada, so check it out. Then let me know what you are doing with your free time.
 
#takeahalfloadoff #PeerCascade
Literally me all weekend. It’s ok to stay in y Literally me all weekend. 

It’s ok to stay in your pjs isn’t it. Ok true possibly I should brave the cold and get outside but it just seemed way more please at to do this. 

Hopefully my mojo for cute pics will come back soon 🤷🏼‍♀️ 

#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #flannelpjs  #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty
Feeling in the Pink and maybe all warm and fuzzy t Feeling in the Pink and maybe all warm and fuzzy this week. That’s ok right. 

I may be stuck at home but hey I can still get dressed up. 

#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #ottawalife #over50instagram #yowstyle #gtboutique #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty #foryouforless #shoedazzlegirl
Well my day just got better. A special delivery of Well my day just got better. A special delivery of chocolates and blooms from @bash.blooms.and.chocolates. It is always a good day when flowers and sweets arrive. Looking to make someone smile today?  Check out the fun options available in #ottawa. Sure made me smile 🍫💐❤️

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The best part of winter....wearing grey velvet jea The best part of winter....wearing grey velvet jeans. Best I have for today too busy dreaming of 🛳🏖🏝👙Happy Tuesday
#fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #ottawalife #over50instagram  #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50 #over50style #overfiftystyle #overfifty #joefresh
It is a true winter wonderland 🥶 ❄️ ☃️⛄️
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Happy Friday World and Cheers to the weekend Thou Happy Friday World and Cheers to the weekend

Thought I might talk haircare today.  I mean this whole working at home on zoom has turned my focus from shoes to hair.  I mean it is the one thing everyone is noticing now. Formerly known as  the shoe gal, now I want to be the hair gal lol.

@FinesseHairCareCA has kindly #gifted me their new Daily Renewal Hair Shampoo and Conditioner to try a few months ago. I am tardy sharing but that is because I really wanted to give my hair time to adjust to new products. 

 

Did you know that Finesse is actually made in Canada and their Daily Renewal Shampoo and Conditioner are made with a newly improved formula with hair reviving Camellia Oil and active protein. That was mindblown if I can be crude.  We have been using Finesse products for years but did not realize it was #madeincanada.

Supporting Canadian Made brands is very important to me so I love that a shampoo and conditioner that improves my hairs look and feel is made here in Canada.

Now on a personal note I have lots of hair but it is wavy and fine which can lead to very frizzy if you are not careful.

Finding products that clean my hair well without over-drying aka frizzing, plus a conditioner that keeps my hair soft smooth between washes was thrilling especially because they are available at all my local stores. Now tegardless of long waves or high buns I am hair ready. 

If you are interested to try these products, they are available at @realcanadiansuperstore
#FinesseRevamped #FinesseHaircare #haircare #Instabeauty #instahair  #beautyinfluencers #beautyinfluencerCanada #fashioncanadians #womenover50 #over50influencer #over50plus #over50lifestyle #bestager #over50women #over50andfabulous #ottawainfluencer #ottawablogger #canadianblogger #canadianinfluencer #over50influencer #over50instagram #over50blogger #Midlifewomen #midlifeblogger #styleover50
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