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Thank You
“Thank You” consists of just two words and we find that they are not said often enough. To show you, our clients and friends, how thankful we are for your business and your friendship, please come by for a quick visit. Due to Covid we are doing a Drive-By Pie Party in order to share a very special treat with you. Please join us and pick up a beautiful pumpkin, apple or pecan pie, freshly baked at Le Delice Bakery. Choose whichever one you love the most, for you to share with your family and friends this upcoming Thanksgiving long weekend. Help us order your favourite pie today. Please email your choice to tbaird@tbaird.com by Monday, September 28th and let us know which pie you would prefer. Drive-by on Thursday, October 8th between 2:30 and 6:30 to Theresa’s home located at 1160 Saginaw Crescent in Lorne Park.
We look forward to seeing you!
Our Client’s Say It Best...
Welcome to our debut issue... The Realty Group is working hard to not only be your go to Real Estate choice when you are thinking of buying, selling or investing in real estate but the Realtors who will keep you informed as to what’s happening in our community. Our goal is to share tips, tricks, recipes, active listings and so much more with you each and every month. To make this magazine even more fun we would love your input. Please share your idea’s, some hot tips, networking opportunities, great suppliers or contractors and, of course, tell us some of your needs so we can make all the right connections. By sharing with us how to make the magazine better each and every month, we will make this a must read in your inbox. If you are curious to about your homes current market value, we would be happy to let you know...for free! Just text or email me and it will be in your inbox within 48 hours. (TEXT 647-298-0997 or email tbaird@tbaird.com) Enjoy our debut issue and we would appreciate getting your feedback, both positive and negative, so that next month’s issue will be even better. Please share with us your idea’s or suggestions that you would like to see including how you are coping with the current COVID-19 crisis.
Theresa Baird - Broker
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Well, we are still busy packing. How is it this is such an endless job! And it’s been crazy over the last two days. So sorry I haven’t reached out sooner - but a HUGE THANK YOU! Our dream house is beyond our dream house. I can’t get over how great the place makes us feel - I am instantly at home. And it only proves how important and impactful your environment is. Yesterday when we were there we saw a coyote in the background. Then we saw a rabbit - thank goodness it was in that order. I’ll be putting my desk together today and can’t wait to have that view for work. So thank you again, from the bottom of our hearts. We were a little nervous when we weren’t finding anything that made us go wow - and then questioned, yikes are we doing the right thing. Oh my goodness - did we ever do the right thing! - Irene & Matt
Thanks so much for your hard work and persistence in dealing with the agent for the clients who bought my place. I am fairly certain this was the fastest sale in our complex in all the years I have been here:) The staging, the reno, cleaning and decluttering made it look fabulous! Thanks again to you and your team I would be happy to refer all of you to anyone I know who is in the market for a buy or sell. - Judy
4 YOGA STRETCHES FOR A GOOD NIGHTS SLEEP Reach for better rest when you add these bedtime yoga poses to your sleep routine. By Steve Calechman
Before the pandemic, 25% of Americans suffered from acute insomnia every year, according to a 2018 study from the University of Pennsylvania. We can only assume that number has gone up. Bills, chores, work, technology, and now a global pandemic all conspire to keep our brains constantly on, when sleep needs the opposite. We try anything in order to settle down and let go of the day, from cups of tea to writing in a journal. Here’s one more approach to consider: mindful movement. Many studies have linked yoga with better sleep. Harvard Medical School sleep and circadian
health expert, professor Sat Bir Singh Khalsa, notes that experimental trials have also shown meditative breathing can be a powerful sleep aid. Khalsa has researched how meditative breathing can help with sleep, insomnia specifically, and he found that it increased sleep time and decreased wake time. The study had its limitations. It used a particular breathing pattern: inhaling for 4 counts, holding for 16, and exhaling for 2, but Khalsa says that he can make a larger recommendation. Slow, mindful breathing at around 3–6 breaths per minute - normal is 15 - 20 - could be effective for falling
asleep. “Anything that slows down the breathing rate will help with decreasing arousal,” he says. And since most mindful movement and yoga poses are done with some form of slow breathing in this range, “putting two and two together, it makes sense,” he says. And as Khalsa adds, there’s no reason to wait for double-blind studies. The fundamentals for any bedtime routine are consistent. One needs to unwind the mind and the body, so the autonomic nervous system is quieted down and the production of stress hormones, like adrenaline and cortisol, decrease. The slowdown also needs a certain
time investment. “While there isn’t a magic combination of poses, doing yoga certainly falls into those parameters.” It’s gentle. It’s relaxing. And, most especially, it’s lying down, and “You can’t fall asleep standing up,” Khalsa says.
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Bottom line: There’s little downside to trying and only positives to gain. YOGA STRETCHES TO HELP YOU SLEEP Jennifer Reis is a certified yoga therapist, faculty member at Kripalu Center for Health & Yoga, and creator of Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra. She suggests four poses, all done lying down, which can help encourage sleep. Do each for a minimum of five exhalations, having your mouth in an O-shape in order to elongate your breath. 1. BRIDGE
Lie on your back with arms out in a T formation and palms up. Start with bend straight legs, then your right knee and bring right foot onto your your left leg wherever it feels comfortable. Gently press your right knee to the left with your left hand, twisting your torso. You may feel a stretch in your shoulder, chest, lower back, hip, or thigh—it will be where you most need it. Return to the centre and do the other side. 4. LEGS UP THE WALL
Lie on your back and bend your knees with your feet close together but not touching. With your arms along your sides and palm facing up, press your feet into the floor, reach your tailbone to your knees, and lift your hips into the air, tucking in your pelvis and using a block or cushion for support underneath your lower back if preferred. This position opens up your hips and quads and allows you to observe your belly as you breathe. 2. SUPPORTED FISH
Lie on your back with a pillow supporting your shoulder blades. Position your arms out at 45 degrees from your hips with your palms up. You can keep your legs straight or have your knees bent and togetherwithyourfeetslightlyapart.Thiswillhelprelax your upper-back muscles and stretch your chest.
Lie on your back with bent knees and move your buttocks as close to the wall as possible. Bring your legs up the wall, lift up your hips, and put a pillow under your lower back to keep your pelvis off the floor. Keep your feet apart a few inches and relaxed. After a day spent standing or sitting, your legs will feel lighter and your body will feel more balanced overall.
65 Port Street, Suite #109 Port Credit, Mississauga
LIVE YOUR BEST LIFE ON THE WATERFRONT This gorgeous, rarely available 1st-floor suite in Mississauga’s Premier Condo Building “The Regatta”, is lakeside living at its best! This suite has all of the amenities that you could possibly want and ore! This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom suite boasts 1,415 square feet of interior living space and 900 square feet of outdoor terrace living space, in the heart of Port Credit. As you enter the suite you will immediately notice the elegant hardwood floors, beautiful crown moulding detail and California shutters throughout. The floor to ceiling windows adds an abundance of natural light, creating a warm and inviting space. The gourmet kitchen is designed for the most discriminating buyer! With stainless steel appliances, granite counters
and backsplash, beautiful custom cabinetry, under-mount lighting, centre island, ceramic tile flooring, floor to ceiling windows and two walkout sliding glass doors to the elegant terrace with southwest views of Lake Ontario and the lovely sailboats in the marina. The master bedroom has a custom mirrored wardrobe unit, crown moulding, hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, 4 piece master ensuite with separate glass shower and bathtub and walkout
sliding glass doors to the terrace. The crown moulding and hardwood floors continue into the second bedroom/office with a large, oversized window and views into the courtyard. The open concept dining and living rooms exude a sense of luxury with hardwood floors, crown moulding, fireplace, walkout to the terrace and stunning south views of Lake Ontario. 3 underground parking spaces (single and tandem) are also included for your convenience. Enjoy the lake, marina, restaurants, shops and walking /biking paths at your doorstep. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to live on the waterfront in Port Credit. Amenities include Concierge, Party Room, Visitor Parking and a car wash. The location is ideally situated along the waterfront in Port Credit and is in close proximity to public transit, shopping, restaurants, schools and hospitals. This suite is definitely a must see!
75 King Street, Suite #1608, Mississauga
ESCAPE FROM THE ORDINARY Welcome to this lovely, fully renovated suite in King Gardens, located in Mississauga’s Cooksville neighbourhood. The open concept layout features wood flooring and a gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The suite has 2 bedrooms plus a den and 2 bathrooms. Both bathrooms have beautiful traditional vanities. The 4 piece bathroom includes a luxurious clawfoot tub and separate shower. Large windows in the space allow for an abundance of natural light, creating a warm and welcoming environment. The amenities include a rec room, party room, parking garage and sauna as well as a meeting room, gym, games room, concierge, security system, indoor pool, visitor parking
and security guard. The location is ideally situated in close proximity to public transit, highways, the GO station, shopping, schools and hospitals. This fabulous space is move in ready and can accommodate immediate occupancy.
1359 White Oaks Boulevard, Suite #208, Oakville
EMBRACE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DOWNSIZE Welcome to The Oaks, located in the Falgarwood Neighbourhood of Oakville! Sitting on a park-like lot, the building backs onto the ravine of Morrison Valley. With beautifully landscaped grounds, a gazebo and nearby walking trails, you will feel as though you are completely surrounded by nature, in a peaceful and serene environment. Suite #208 has all of the elements of a downsizers dream home! The large, spacious and wonderfully appointed 2 plus 1 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,284 square feet does not disappoint. Many upgrades have been incorporated over the years to include a stunningly renovated, open concept kitchen, with quartz counters, subway tile backsplash and stainless-steel appliances, hardwood floors throughout, a
sunken living room and a large balcony overlooking the treed parklike setting. The original third bedroom has been opened up and converted into a large den/office space to allow for the convenience of working from home or a second living/tv room. The suite is also equipped with an ensuite laundry room. Although immersed in nature, you will still be able to benefit from the close proximity of all the necessary amenities, such as the QEW, Go Train, local transportation
and Oakville Place. Be sure to visit 1359 White Oaks Blvd. #208 in Oakville. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this spectacular gem your new home! Amenities include a Party Room, Gym or Fitness Room, Library, Billiards, Golf, Indoor Pool, and Sauna. The location is ideally situated in close proximity to Oakville Place, QEW, Go Train and local transportation.
HEALTHY AND HEARTY FALL RECIPIES
HEALTHY SLOW COOKER TURKEY AND WHITE BEAN CHILI Made wit ground turkey, bell peppers, smoky chipotle peppers, white beans and served with sharp cheddar cheese and avcado. A feel good, hearty and cozy dinner.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil • 2 small yellow onions chopped • 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated • 2 pounds ground turkey or chicken • 2 chipotle pepers in adobo, finely chopped (use 1 pepper for less heat) • 2 tablespoons chili powder • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika • 2 teaspoons ground cumin • 1 teaspoon ground ciminnamom • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt • 2-3 cups low sodium chicken broth • 1 can (28 ounce) crushed tomatoes • 1/4 cup tomato paste • 1 tablespoon apple butter • 2 bay leaves • 1 can (14 ounce) white beans, drained • cheddar chesse, avacado, green onions and cilantro for serving. I couldn’t think of a better recipe to kick the month off than this healthy slow cooker turkey and white bean chili. Nothing beats a slowly simmered chili on a cold October day. Made with ground turkey, bell peppers, smoky chipotle peppers, white beans, and served with sharp cheddar cheese and avocado. This bowl of chili is a hearty, healthy
and cozy dinner that you can feel good about eating. How much do you guys love chili? It’s always been one of my favorites come the fall, but growing up the only chili I ever knew was Cincinnati style chili. If you’ve never experienced Cincinnati chili, it’s just a thicker chili served over angel hair pasta. It is my mom’s favorite. To this day, the only way she will eat chili is over pasta and topped with cheddar. The only way… so yes, when I gave the family this chili to try, she indeed ate it over pasta.
chili peppers, chili powder, and my secret ingredient, apple butter. I know it may seem weird to use apple butter in chili, but the sweetness balances out the spice of the chili. Go with me on this, promise it takes the chili to a who would have known delicious level.
cooking you do, nothing will be the same as slow cooking a chili all day long. It gives the chili time to develop flavour and creates the most wonderful smells throughout your house. I highly recommend making this for Sunday night dinner and then enjoying the leftovers throughout the week. Perfection.
Anyway, point is, I didn’t grow up eating bowls of chili. So making a soupy style chili feels like something completely new and different to me. I’ll always love Cincinnati chili, but I also love today’s healthier chili probably just as much. To start, you’ll want to brown the ground turkey on the stove-top. You can also use ground chicken, both will work equally great. I know that this extra step is a bit of a pain, but trust me, when working with ground meat it’s a step you have to take. On that note, I recently got a slow cooker that can also brown meat before you begin slow cooking. It’s a game-changer. I highly recommend investing in an all in one browning slow cooker if you love slow cooking. Brown the meat, add all the remaining ingredients to the slow cooker and set for six or so hours. Then come home to the most delicious smells and dinner that’s ready for eating. Does not get better than that. To bump up the flavors of my chili, I used a mix of chipotle
Finish each bowl off with a sprinkle of cheddar cheese, sliced avocado, and green onions. And serve with the 5 ingredient Honey Butter Beer Bread from the cookbook. A bowl of chili is not complete without beer bread. Also, while I am providing you guys with Instant Pot directions, I much prefer this recipe to be made in the slow cooker if time allows. No matter how much pressure
Source: This receipe was on the website www.halfbakedharvest.com and written by Tieghan Gerard. These recipies are inspired by people and places Tieghan loves most. She tries to live simply, eat seasonally and cook with whole foods. Her hope is to inspire a love for amazing food, as well as the courage to try something new.
Vacations Far & Away Trout Point Lodge, Nova Scotia By Amy Rosen - Special to the Globe and Mail The moon tonight is in the waxing gibbous stage,” says Rémi Torrenta, Trout Point Lodge’s staff astronomer and naturalist. “It’ll be full in a couple of days.” He pulls out a laser pointer as we stand together on the stargazing platform. We’re surrounded by fall’s colourful foliage, albeit muted by nightfall, but that’s okay because we’re here to talk about the stars and patterns above. “The Summer Triangle is made up of the three brightest stars from three different constellations,” he says. “And Vega,” he adds, now aiming his laser at a big white star, “is the brightest star tonight.” Torrenta is so full of information that I have trouble concentrating, so instead, I breathe in the almost -full moon and the silence of nature. Trout Point Lodge, tucked into East Kemptville, beside the UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve, may look like a cabin in the woods, but this small luxury lodge is a hotbed of experiences, from nature to culinary. It’s also a certified Starlight Reserve. In other words, it’s the perfect
place to live (albeit temporarily) and learn. Earlier in the day, I eased myself into a wood-burning hot tub beside the babbling Tusket River; nearby, 11 giddy painters from Australia committed the fall colours around us to their watercolour pads. I went forest-bathing with Torrenta, a sort of nature therapy where you slow things down and take it all in. We sat on a footbridge and slowed our breathing. I watched as a red maple leaf fluttered from a tree into the river, wound its way around rocks and floated away under the bridge. I canoed and also took an edible nature walk with Torrenta, where we dug up and nibbled on treats from the forest detritus, including starflower, white sarsaparilla and winter green. I learned that practically everything edible in the woods is a diuretic or blood congealer and also delicious. Guests can enjoy a soak in a wood-fired outdoor cedar hot tub.
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1575 Lakeshore Road West, Suite #363, Mississauga
SURROUNDED BY NATURE AND SERENE COURTYARD VIEWS Fabulous 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo with balcony overlooking the courtyard. The Craftsman building is located in the heart of clarkson village. Features include hardwood floors throughout, stainless steel appliances, in-suite laundry, 1 underground parking spot and an open concept living/dining/ kitchen floor plan. Surrounded by nature and hiking trails, public transit, go station and downtown clarkson. Easy walk to parks, lake ontario, shops, and restaurants. Stunning amenities including 24 hour concierge, guest suites, rooftop terrace and gym.
2064 Millway Gate, Mississauga
TUCKED AWAY ON A QUIET COURT IN ERIN MILLS Nestled in the heart of Erin Mills and tucked away on a quiet court this beautifully upgraded home is a beauty not to be missed. A 2 storey detached home that was a 4 bedroom now converted to two for a professional couple or could be easily re-converted to 3 bedrooms as family requirements dictate. Hardwood floors throughout main and second floors (ceramic tile in entry and kitchen). Updated kitchen with granite counters, a spalike semi-ensuite bathroom on second floor and a massive walk-in closet in master are integral features. The basement is finished and boasts a bonus bedroom/den/office and a 2 piece bathroom. A new steel roof installed in 2019 and a newer furnace and newer CAC will
give the new owners peace of mind for many years to come. Close to great schools. Easy access to public transit, 403 and QEW. Extras include hardwood floors on main and second floors, new furnace and A/C, steel roof, new staircase and railing and a walk-in closet Pax system.
330 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Suite #1405
URBAN LIVING IN THE HEART OF MISSISSAUGA’S CITY CENTRE Welcome to this luxurious 1 plus 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom condo in Tridel’s Ultra Ovation Building. This suite has been beautifully finished with bamboo inspired vinyl laminate floors and wood tile floor on the balcony. The modern kitchen has been enhanced to include upgraded kitchen cabinets with built-in pantry, island, stainless steel kitchen appliances, under cabinet lighting and a glass tile backsplash. The multi-use bonus space could easily be used as a den, office, dining room or bedroom. The upgraded pillow ceramics in the tub surround in the bathroom contribute to an overall feeling of comfort and elegance. An ensuite laundry has been included for your convenience. The open concept floor plan gives the condo a spacious and stylish
impression. This suite has been impeccably maintained and has fabulous views of the City Centre and Celebration Square. Easy access to all transportation, Square One Shopping Centre, the Living Arts Centre, the library, YMCA, and City Hall. The Ultra Ovation Building has 24 Hours Concierge, indoor pool/whirl pools, steam room, party room, virtual golf, billiard room and guest suites. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to make this spectacular suite your new home!
Stainless steel appliances in kitchen including fridge, stove, microwave and dishwasher. White stacked washer and dryer. All electric light fixtures and all window coverings. Easy access to all transportation, Square One Shopping Centre, the Living Arts Centre, the library, YMCA, and City Hall. The ultra ovation building has 24 hours concierge, indoor pool/whirl pools, steam room, party room, virtual golf, billiard room and guest suites.
SNEAK PEAK
Truly Envious Views!
Rare opportunity to purchase this beautifully appointed and spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Lakeview Penthouse suite at 80 Port Street in Port Credit. Stunning views of the lake, direct south facing balcony and additional long east and south facing terrace allows for 3 season enjoyment. Beautiful hardwood floors in main living area, open concept kitchen with extra long breakfast island. Here is your opportunity to book your private viewing prior to this property hitting the open market.
EXCLUSIVE LISTING OF THE MONTH 171 Lakeshore Road East, Suite #14, Port Credit
IDEAL LIVE/WORK ENVIRONMENT If your work environment has been turned upside down with our current Covid situation and you are considering working from home we have the perfect solution for you. This great opportunity is comprised of a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom townhome in the St Lawrence community in Port Credit and includes a commercial space perfect for your business. The townhome is bright and spacious with balcony and 3 car parking. The office space is a simple walk downstairs and fronts onto Lakeshore Road. If you don’t need the office space you can lease it out for as much as $2,000 a month. Situated in the centre of trendy Port Credit and walking distance to restuarants, shops and beautiful walking trails along the lakeshore.
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