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Editorial: Remembering Malcolm-Jamal Warner
I'd like to share a thought about the passing of Malcolm-Jamal Warner. Malcolm was an actor who grew up on the set of The Cosby Show as...

The Standard
Jul 30, 20252 min read


Part 3: The Real Impact Living with MG
by Manley Lavender Upon receiving my diagnosis, in July of 2021, I didn't fully understand what it was going to be like, living with...

The Standard
Jul 25, 20253 min read


Column: What is my house worth?
By Shawn Lackie That’s a good question and one I get asked a lot these days. People are curious and always wanting to know how their...
Shawn Lackie
Jul 25, 20253 min read


Movement for Life - July 17, 2025
by Lauren Walker Where does positivity come from? I came across an interesting thought I learned from Betty White: "Look for the...

Lauren Walker
Jul 17, 20252 min read


Condo Sales Sympathy – NOT!
By Shawn Lackie If you pick up a paper or listen to the real estate news, anywhere these days, there is constant talk about the softening...
Shawn Lackie
Jul 17, 20252 min read


Many seniors struggle with hearing loss
by Tina Y. Gerber - McCurley The world is a busy and sometimes crazy place. I attempted to contact my telephone provider and was directed...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Jul 17, 20253 min read


I wish I had bought
by Shawn Lackie I saw a pretty funny meme on a Real Estate website the other day. It said “In 2025 – I wish I had bought 5 years ago” and...
Shawn Lackie
Jul 9, 20252 min read


Presenting Time and Place
Hi, I'd like to tell you a little story about two boys, about interaction, and so about society, in a microcosm. There was a little boy...

The Standard
Jul 9, 20255 min read


Movement for Life: Birthday edition
by Lauren Walker I have my birthday coming up on July 2nd and I’ll be turning 39. I have no shame mentioning my age or that I’m enjoying...

Lauren Walker
Jul 4, 20252 min read


Part 2- The Journey of Perseverance My Diagnosis/ MG and Peripheral Neuropathy
by Manley Lavender Myasthenia Gravis (my-us-THEE-nee-uh GRAH-vis), sometimes called MG, is a rare autoimmune, neuromuscular condition,...

The Standard
Jul 4, 20253 min read


A lack of communication
by Shawn Lackie Check out the definition of the word communication and you’ll get this. “The imparting or exchanging of information and...
Shawn Lackie
Jul 4, 20252 min read


The Perfect Buyer
By Shawn Lackie Several weeks back, we discussed what the Perfect Seller would look like. So what about the Perfect Buyer? They, too, are...
Shawn Lackie
Jun 27, 20252 min read


The Artist Within - “The Creative Lull”
by Lauren Walker It’s normal to experience periods of not painting. In the last few months, I admit that my energy and focus have been...

Lauren Walker
Jun 27, 20252 min read


Movement for Life: June 19, 2025
by Lauren Walker We work with many clients of varying stages of life and have learned a thing or two about their experience. If you’re...

Lauren Walker
Jun 19, 20252 min read


What seniors need to know to stay healthy this summer
by Tina Y. Gerber-McCurley June is the midpoint of the year, and nature is in full bloom bringing with it the joy of summer! June...
Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
Jun 19, 20252 min read


Some tips for buyers
By Shawn Lackie Many years ago I was talking to a buddy and he passed along some interesting advice. Never buy a car which was built on a...
Shawn Lackie
Jun 19, 20253 min read


The Journey of Perseverance
By Manley Lavender Unknowingly, my journey started the evening of my 50th surprise birthday party planned by my wife and family. I...

The Standard
Jun 19, 20253 min read


Crazy Condo Market #44
By SHAWN LACKIE A few weeks back we took the grandkids into Toronto, to see The Lion King. I thought it might be cool and a little less...
Shawn Lackie
Jun 12, 20252 min read


Mortgage Fun and Games #43
by Shawn Lackie By the time you read this, there will have been another announcement from the Bank of Canada (BoC), regarding the prime...
Shawn Lackie
Jun 5, 20253 min read


Movement for Life: Be Proud of Who You Are
by Lauren Walker I’m not sure what we’re chasing but all I know is, it’s an endless pursuit. When I peruse social media, I am often...

Lauren Walker
Jun 5, 20252 min read
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