Living

A Vancouver designer is tapping into the power of love to raise funds for water-related causes.

IT'S essential for individuals wishing to undertake a renovation or new construction to anticipate and understand the challenges of construction.

Warm then cold, sunny then rain, then snow and ice

KIDS are not immune to problems but all too often they are protected from either the ticklish task of solving the problem or dealing with the consequences of their behaviour.

IT'S thrilling to get a new pair of shoes. Whether they are shiny high heels or hip kicks, something about slipping into the latest style adds a spring to your step and a toss to your head. I'm speaking for the ladies, of course.

Young Naturalists' Club - Birds in Love: Children ages five to 13 accompanied by an adult will learn how to identify the calls of spring birds Sunday, Feb. 12, 1-2: 30 p.m. at Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd., North Vancouver.

LAST year I saw this very cute idea for Valentine's Day. It's perfect for the younger kids to give to their friends on this special day and they also make wonderful loot bags for a party.

ONE of the biggest decisions in life (should we get married?) is quickly followed by "How will I propose?" A recent press release from Fairmont Pacific Rim answers that question with ease.

VALENTINE'S Day can conjure up feelings of loneliness for those without a mate. It doesn't have to. Here are a few ideas to help you celebrate the day of love: ? Resist the temptation to turn off your phone and crawl into bed early.

Jani and Louis Guzy, married in Guelph, Ontario on Oct. 12, 1984. Occupations: Jani is an artist. She has a work at Buckland Southerst in Dundarave. Her body of work over the past 10 years can be seen on her blog, janipaintings. blogspot.com.