Today’s Thrifty Christmas Tip!   For Little Ones   Hit the thrift stores for an assortment of dress-u...  Read More?

Annette’s book club has another two books. Yay!  Read More?

It’s tough to find, not only in Calgary, but across Canada! In the news today, the College of Family Physicians says the numbers of doctors in ...  Read More?

http://www.potato2008.org/en/index.html Very interesting, courtesy Readers Digest!  Read More?

Congratulations to the Circle of Friends winners of the Steve Bell tickets Melissa, Luelle, Neil, Faith, Laurie, Maureen, Nicole, Colleen, Dianne and ...  Read More?

Alberta has an unusually high rate of domestic violence. On that issue, Bill sent me an e-mail about the White Ribbon campaign, which focuses on men ...  Read More?

This afternoon on the Drive Show, Celebrity Chef Anthony Sedlak will be bringing his Authentic Mexican Red Beef Chili! If you think you have an origi...  Read More?

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s… a fireball? Astronomy buffs are eating up this story of a meteor last night around 5:30 ac...  Read More?

Thing 1: A Circus Baby That's a baby, be careful! Please do not try this with your own baby at home. Thing 2: Nose Cleaner For some reason I...  Read More?

The lovely Michelle P from Shine FM’s sales department showed me this recipe for 5 Minute Chocolate Mug Cake. Looks easy and delicious! Danger...  Read More?

1lb lean ground beef 1 cup chopped yellow and red peppers ½ cup each of chopped onions and chopped celery 1 can (14oz) stewed tomatoes un-drained 1 ...  Read More?

Back in 1968 the greatest minds of our day (Machanix magazine), took a guess at what life would be like in the year 2008. November 2008 to be specific...  Read More?

Saturday we decorated a Christmas tree for the Festival of Trees. It was successfully completed with the help of my beautiful girl Isobel who helped d...  Read More?

Courtesy Kraft Foods! whoot whoot! Chicken & Biscuits Prep Time:15 min Total Time:50 min Makes:6 servings What You Need 1 can (10–3/4 ...  Read More?

The Council has been testing toys since 1952. Here’s this year’s list: The Energizer’s Battery-Operated Toy of the Year Award goes...  Read More?

Decided to whip up some chili yesterday, but thought I’d use ground turkey instead of beef to be different. Was hoping my son Anderson would be...  Read More?

http://www.oceanspray.com/recipes/Festive_Punch_Ring.aspx?id=2360&nid=10 Oh it’s beautiful – crafty and better than ice cubes to navi...  Read More?

The Bark Knight. Soccer is different in Europe. "A little help." Space Program budget cuts. Komodo's a big Sp...  Read More?

Thank you Kevin Mort for sending this in! Since the Pledge of Allegiance and The Lord’s Prayer are not allowed in most public schools anymore ...  Read More?

Today’s Apple Smiles have apple slice lips, peanut butter gums and marshmallow toothie grins. Smile! You’ll need: * a red apple, cored and slice...  Read More?

REAL Macaroni and Cheese Do your kids know that macaroni and cheese didn’t always come in a box with bright orange powdered cheese mix? Don’t wo...  Read More?

My brother and I were watching the election on CNN last night. Wow, you can get so razzle-dazzled by the graphics that you miss the actual content. We...  Read More?

Dieticians of Canada have put together this neat game to help you plan healthy meals for your family! And here are some more tips from today’s ...  Read More?

Home > Today’s Christian > Stories of Hope > Power of Prayer Today’s Christian, January/February 2002 Five Ways God Answers Prayer What...  Read More?

Johnny Mac and Stephanie Nicole talk about a recent story in the news. Watch the Video:  Read More?

The 15-Minute Breakthrough with Robert Morris “Surely I have stilled myself, just as a small child is quiet with its mother. Yes, like a small ...  Read More?

Save money – brew your coffee at home! Here are some listener suggestions for brews and blends. Van Houtte Breakfast Blend or 100% Columbian f...  Read More?

Yum! I love hot chocolate. And by Thursday, you’ll need some! The heat wave will be over and we’ll be back to cooler temps. Try these ...  Read More?

Canwest News Service Friday, October 24, 2008 OTTAWA – Thousands of toys have been pulled off store shelves after independent tests showed the...  Read More?

Oh what fun we had at the Covenant Awards awards on Friday! If you missed it you can check out all the winners at the GMA Canada website. We got to p...  Read More?

Share the hope, love and joy of Jesus this season! Fill a shoebox with Operation Christmas Child  Read More?

Seems like it’s the norm these days to live beyond our means. But it sure isn’t healthy! Check out this article from Focus on the Family...  Read More?

People hire Flute n’ Veg for their corporate events, school assemblies and festivals. It’s official…I’ve now seen ever...  Read More?

Here’s a recipe from Recipezaar.com: haven’t tried it yet, but might be a new Fall Classic for your family. Mashed Pumpkin Potatoes Reci...  Read More?

Thing 1: Upside Down Dogs It's so simple. Thing 2: Kids that are good at B-ball …I mean REALLY good. Thing 1: Kids Bre...  Read More?

The Herald reports: “About 10,000 baby pacifiers sold in Canada were recalled today after they were tested positive for high levels of lead, ac...  Read More?

A Camping Story One morning Adam, Annette and Brad all went campimg. On the way to Medicine Hat they all stopped to go to the bathroom. When they got...  Read More?

Well it was a great wedding and the happy couple are now honeymooning courtesy of Crowfoot Travel. Here are just a few of the incredible photo’...  Read More?

Winter is on the way in and I have started to grow my annual beard. Last year I took pictures of myself every week. To make this touching video: ...  Read More?

By Friday, sunny but CHILLY! Winterizing your vehicle? Don’t forget the emergency kit: -flashlight and flares -blankets, gloves, boots -shove...  Read More?

The house down the street from me has these lawn children. They scare me. I have to walk past them every day on the way to the mailbox. I get chills ...  Read More?

Michael W. Smith's new CD: A New Hallelujah is in stores October 28th. You can hear the song on 88.9 SHINE FM, and check out the video:  Read More?

http://www.canadianhomestead.ca/homestead/ Check it out – awesome magazine and I’ll be giving them away today on todays Midday Show! Ema...  Read More?

Hi Annette; Here it is (finally!) – the summary of my pond seminar from Sept. 17th. Good thing the weather is still beautiful and giving us ext...  Read More?

Google is 10 years old. To celebrate thier birthday they are travelling back in time! Check out the Shine FM website from Wednesday, November 28, 200...  Read More?

So, while trying to soothe my crying son Weston yesterday by walking around the house, thought I’d pop the ol’ television on. Saw a littl...  Read More?

Annette’s book club has yet another book. Watch the cartoon.  Read More?

Look we moved into this home with the most lovely Garden – courtesy Luke Gurnett! Here is my Pumkin Patch, Luke would be so p...  Read More?

Fall… apples… caramel… what’s not to love! I found a caramel spread at Walmart that is PERFECT for caramel apples. That is, ...  Read More?

http://www.sickkids.on.ca/safekidscanada/default.asp Terrific site with great topics – grab a coffee and check it out! :^)  Read More?

Thing 1: Finding a Snake in the Tub I’m never taking a bath again. Thing 2: Robot Gorillas Ahh! A mix between Bigfoot and the...  Read More?

In July, Johnny Mac presented me with floor seats to Neil Diamond concert. I was THRILLED! It was a pretty fun show. Neil is a classy, schmaltzy du...  Read More?

You can see how it’s going online at radiothonlive.com  Read More?

Annother Breakthrough in the world of science: After decades of waiting they finally did it. 3-ply Toilet Paper. Science marches on, yet some pe...  Read More?

We’ve all seen photos from the early 1900s. Brown, scratchy and plain. A Russian photographer developed a process, way back then, where p...  Read More?

Barb May Bronson says, if you have youngish kids, check out this website that my daughter’s friend Melissa (and her friend) made – it̵...  Read More?

Someone asked me over the weekend why Shine FM does so many events for the family, and promotes family values. I thought it was a good question! We&...  Read More?

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You can not watch this video without tearing up and calling a loved one. Awww, now I want a pet lion.  Read More?

This afternoon on the Drive Show, I’m talking with Doug from God’s Littlest Angels, a Canadian ministry that runs an orphanage in Haiti. ...  Read More?

I heard the housing market took a downturn, but I had no idea it was an upside-downturn! It actually looks normal when you flip the pictur...  Read More?

When I got this as a gift, I wasn’t quite sure what it was. I thought, “wow, nice purse!” Until I opened it and saw the shiny foil...  Read More?

Back to school… back to making lunches every day so the kids don’t go hungry. Since deli meats are on the back burner (for now), you̵...  Read More?

I never knew so many abnormal cats existed and I couldn’t have imagined how cute they’d be until I started the Adorable Deformed Cat of th...  Read More?

babyguidetocalgary.com/events/sales Enjoy. Whoot – Whoot – see you there!!!!  Read More?

This is Kevin. He survived a shot in the Face with a Gun. Read the inspirational story.  Read More?

A new adult entertainment channel has been approved, featuring 50% Canadian content. This will foster that industry in our country, and has the poten...  Read More?

Lesson 1— Preparation Women: To prepare for pregnancy: Put on a dressing gown and stick a beanbag down the front. Leave it there. After 9 month...  Read More?

Last week, you remember, the sweet newborn 2-faced kitten stole our hearts. Now there is another cute kitty in the news. Yoda the 4-eared cat. If the...  Read More?

Join Shine FM on Tuesday, August 26th for World Vision Day of Hope. Here’s a video from my trip to Tanzania with World Vision.  Read More?

Have you ever wondered what good could possibly come from the bad time you are having? Check out this video of a guy talking. I hope it encourages you...  Read More?

Have you ever wondered what good could possibly come from the bad time you are having? Check out this video of a guy talking. I hope it encourages you...  Read More?

Have you ever wondered what good could possibly come from the bad time you are having? Check out this video of a guy talking. I hope it encourages you...  Read More?

This week in Ohio a kitten was born with 2 faces. It meows in stereo. This has got to be the most adorable mutant ever. That little cat is precious...  Read More?

Message is a little old…note the price of the gas TIPS ON PUMPING GAS (Good information) > > > > I don’t kn...  Read More?

1. ICE CREAM IN A BAGGIE: Put in a sandwich-size Zip-Loc bag and “zip” closed: 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 cup milk or half & half 1/4 tea...  Read More?

I’ve just posted some pictures from the trip to Africa with World Vision on my Facebook page. Click here to view the World Vision work! Click ...  Read More?

Remember these? Did you collect them? I think i still have an album full of them stored at my parent’s house somewhere. Here’s an artic...  Read More?

Wow, what a whirlwind trip! Jet lag wears off in two or so days, right? Sure hope so. Tanzania is a beautiful country with amazing people. We saw ...  Read More?

Another breakthrough in the world of science: They have created a kind of doggie diaper called the Super Catcher. Watch this invention in action. Warn...  Read More?

Thanks to Shilah and Samantha for stopping by to discuss some things to keep in mind for your Big Day. If you’d like the full list of “He...  Read More?

This 8 foot eagle can retrieve a tennis ball, making it the most adorable dangerous predator ever. Now i just need to see a viper catch a frisbee a...  Read More?

YUMMY! Looking for some new bbq recipe ideas for the long weekend?... Here’s a few sites you can check out: www.kingsford.com www.kraftfoods.c...  Read More?

Tomorrow morning I leave for Tanzania, Africa with World Vision. This is my first trip to Africa. Be listening for reports next week on SHINE FM! M...  Read More?

It can be tough to make good choices when you’re eating out alot. Check out this virtual food court from Chatelaine Magazine. I’m sad wh...  Read More?

Shopping will change forever! Out of milk? Never mind. You have an intelligent fridge that senses you’re out and orders it from the grocery s...  Read More?

At the very least, they make you FEEL like you’re doing something to combat the layer of summer trips to the ice cream parlour and camping suppe...  Read More?

Have you noticed with blackberries and text messages it’s getting easier to abbreviate things? The hard part is figuring out what the abbreviati...  Read More?

Fishing is allot easier when they walk right up and ring the doorbell.  Read More?

Now if these potatoes do what they are supposed to (and they will) the newly covered stems will send out roots and make potatoes. The plant will send ...  Read More?

If you’re going through an airport anytime soon with someone requiring a car seat, you’ll want to check this out. the gogo Kidz Travelmat...  Read More?

Beloved Arm Chairs getting a face lift with Carlton House Traditions in Airdrie! Well here they are! These chairs came over with my mom and dad when ...  Read More?

I wanted to pick up an upside down planter from Lee Valley and when I found out they were sold out already, I thought I might try a make it myself fro...  Read More?

Well when my husband and I go “Garage Sailing” what we both come home with and our respective “FINDS” you can see clearly that each of...  Read More?

Here is a look at my little garden path! How quaint it looks! It is a pathway that had been beaten down by our precious pooch “Leedo” and ...  Read More?

So here is my lovely Wild Alberta Rose. If you look closely you will see just the littlest stick or branch sticking up out of all the lovely new growt...  Read More?

If you didn’t make it out do kart world, here are some highlights.  Read More?

So, I guess this is how it feels to finally ARRIVE. We’ve now entered the ranks of Chicago, New York, Geneva and Monaco. Calgary has its own f...  Read More?

Old-time cartoons about a boy named Little Tom. I hope we all learn a valuable lesson. Movie House Sweeties School House Runnin' Away ...  Read More?

Emma House provides shelter and support, and a viable option to abortion, to homeless pregnant women. Natalie & I spoke with President Jeff Adams...  Read More?

This past weekend I went to Dairy Queen with my brother Jeff and my sister Jessica. There was a note on the ice cream cakes that said “50% off d...  Read More?

The baby gorilla born at the Calgary Zoo recently won’t be on display in the rainforest building for some time, but you can catch a glimpse here...  Read More?

Don’t stick fingers in little brother’s mouth.  Read More?

This video was taken by a weather photographer in Kansas on May 8. It get’s interesting about half way through. This guy got it backwards, y...  Read More?

Okay, we all know kids need to be safe online. But how? And what should we be looking out for? Here’s a GREAT resource to help you out. It e...  Read More?

…but it’s still pretty impressive. A Russian monkey does a headstand on a goat on a cup on a tight rope.  Read More?

Cool idea, especially when events like the Stampede are on the way. Temporary tattoos for your children with your cell phone number, just in case you...  Read More?

The best thing about a single-man aircraft is that it makes you look like a super hero. Wednesday the first man to fly with jet wings flew over the S...  Read More?

Thank you Michelle for this information, its excellent (The Green Guide #88/89 March /April) Its a list of brand name products that we are likely to ...  Read More?

What are your plans this weekend? Going camping? I’ll never forget the time we aired out our tent at home after camping, and after folding up th...  Read More?

Strengthen the communication lines in your marriage by getting rid of these birds.  Read More?

THANK YOU! Together with Compassion Canada you sponsored over 230 children!  Read More?

Interesting story in Forbes Magazine… way to go Calgary!  Read More?

A man is on the loose in London, criminally beautifying the city at night. This Guerrilla Gardener sneaks onto public property and defaces it with fl...  Read More?

Saturday May 3rd is “Free Comic Book” Day. That caught my eye in the Calgary Herald this week. Now I haven’t cracked open a comic ...  Read More?

Here is the full version of my recent interview with 19 year old singer-songwriter and newlywed Bethany Dillon! Download it  Read More?

How can you resist this? Mondex the frog-dog is so cute. One question: how did they get that suit on him?  Read More?

A robot will conduct the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in a special concert featuring Yo Yo Ma. Yo Yo Ma is a terrific musician, but I think they could ...  Read More?

The 39th Annual Dove Awards were handed out Wednesday, April 23, 2008… and the winners are: Artist of the Year: Toby Mac Male Vocalist of the Y...  Read More?

Disposal fees at the Calgary Dump start at $5.00 and since I’m trying out some hobby gardening this year I thought that stacking some of our old...  Read More?

We’ve already taken a look at ways to save the Earth against slow climate change and deforestation. But what can we do if the planet is in sudde...  Read More?

I saw a story this morning that broke my heart. Domestic violence is a reality in our community. If someone you love is in a dangerous situation, or...  Read More?

Prepared by Mike Rupiper, City of Fitchburg Public Works November 2003 Build Your Own Worm Bin Cost: ~ $10 Construction Time: ~ 30 minutes Materials:...  Read More?

Here’s another new way we can connect! Through Skype! when you log into skype, just type in Beth Warden, and you’ll be able to find my lis...  Read More?

A company in California is developing a headset where you can control video games with your thoughts. Using big words like electroencephalography the ...  Read More?

Recipe is from Alex my daughterlaw and this Grandma is lovin them both for the smell and the cost savings!!! whoot hoot! You will go through an awful...  Read More?

The “sixth sick sheik’s sixth sheep’s sick” is said to be the toughest tongue twister in the English language. Wow – I ...  Read More?

Origami pajama invitations are a great way to get a special sleep over started.  Read More?

It’s either a half a spacesuit or a very effective way to protect yourself from the weather.  Read More?

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Imagine the thrill of skydiving without the worry of hitting the ground. That’s right, Indoor Skydiving. Woooah! That’s some extreme win...  Read More?

So I’m just back from Phoenix and my family & I had the opportunity to check out “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibit at the Arizona Science...  Read More?

Youtube 2007 Award Winnner!  Read More?

I thought cell phones were supposed to be convenient. Hmm… do you think this will catch on?  Read More?

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How well can you pay attention? Try this 60 second Awareness Test.  Read More?

Always been a fan of Hot Cross Buns. I worked in a bakery when I was younger and I remember the baker experimenting with Hot Cross Bread. Was quite ...  Read More?

It’s time for a fun St.Patrick’s day game. It’s kind of like Where’s Waldo only instead of a guy in a striped shirt you are lo...  Read More?

Just help keep buttons ON here is a great tip! Dab some clear nail polish on the front of the buttons thread as well as on the back and you’ll h...  Read More?

Don’t worry, this lion is not mauling anybody. He’s giving this woman a hug. Aww. I want a pet lion now.  Read More?

Are YOU a “Foodie?” Send in and share your recipe, just email annette.jennings@shinefm.com Potluck Vegetable Rotini 5 cups dry corkscr...  Read More?

Here’s a recipe that caught my eye while flipping channels on TV on the weekend. Was on Food Network Canada (Channel 25). Not sure about the o...  Read More?

Interesting news about some parents in British Columbia. check out the story at the Focus on The Family Canada website sounds like a great idea to m...  Read More?

Fashonistas, get ready… the autumn/winter 2008 collection is already being previewed in Tokyo. I can hardly wait until September!  Read More?

Now there’s proof that dessert is good for you! Check out this article for a list of foods that can boost your mood! (Chocolate, anyone?)  Read More?

Hey Annette, Here is our Lent story. A few years ago we had a challenge to our kids, particularly our son in regards to the music he was listening t...  Read More?

Star Wars fans say the darnedest things. Here is an adorable 3 year old explaining Star Wars in what is guaranteed to be the next viral video. "Sh...  Read More?

For about the cost of a bad haircut, you can put your digital picture and humanitarian message on the MOON!  Read More?

We’re in the middle of Lent, the 40 day liturgical season of fasting and prayer before Easter on March 23rd. The 40 days represent the time Jes...  Read More?

Do you have a penny jar. How much have you been able to save? This week in the news I read about a woman who has 550,000 pennies after 19 years of sav.