I am a husband, father, technology enthusiast and general tinkerer with a knack for saving money through technology. I write in a personal style with dry wit to connect with my readers and give you a chuckle from time to time.
Let's talk about something that I think genuinely intimidates a lot of people: the Full Windsor knot or any tie knot for that matter. It sounds so... official. So "boardroom" and "black tie." for years, I just stuck to the simple, I’ll let
Tired of the endless price hikes, expiring promos, and confusing contracts from the big Canadian internet providers? EBOX, a prominent player in the independent ISP landscape, is offering a refreshing alternative, especially with their Fibre to the Home (FTTH) internet. If you live in Quebec or Ontario where their fibre
Not gonna lie, a complete title rip off from a friend, Craig MacKay. His YouTube channel, Fixing Random Crap with Craig. Just a few days ago our washer broke and initial checks on the internet showed most repairs cost $5-7 hundred when you take in account labor and parts. At
This summer, we spent our vacation in beautiful Newfoundland mostly in a town close to my heart called Heart’s Delight–Islington, and its everything its name promised – full of charm, hospitality, and breathtaking ocean views. Tucked away along Trinity Bay, this small coastal town gives a perfect mix of
Update: Five months after I made this post, CBC Marketplace done a report on this exact scam. Watch the full CBC Marketplace episode below. We've just came from an election cycle that was overrun by fake news and I use that term in the true form and not
As someone who's always tinkering with tech and looking for ways to improve my home setup, I recently decided it was time to upgrade my home network. After some research and consideration, I landed on TP-Link's Omada system. Here's why I made the switch
Maintaining a pool can be a chore. Enter the AIPER Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner—a game-changer in pool maintenance. Key Features 1. Cordless Design: Say goodbye to tangled cords and hello to hassle-free cleaning. The AIPER cleaner operates without any cords, making it easier to maneuver around your pool. 2.
Budgeting is a concept that often feels like a chore to many, myself included. However, I followed the direction of Gail Vaz-Oxlade and her method of having money jars and watched her show. After I discovered Goodbudget, an app that has not only streamlined my finances but also made budgeting
Well here we are 2025, new year, new me? I feel like I've said that many times, gone through the same emotions to ring in a new year with a new me. But seems like same as many peoples' resolutions, they don't last or even
Our trip to this fantastic destination was a whirlwind of fun, offering the perfect mix of adrenaline-pumping rides, serene relaxation, and memorable moments. It was a wonderful vacation and just a short 4 hours away from Ottawa. We left home on Monday morning for a short 3.5 - 4
