Sunday Morning Coffee

Sunday mornings I usually take time to catch up on stories I may not have time to read through the week. Thought I would share some that caught my eye this week, maybe you will enjoy them with your Sunday morning coffee too.

LighthouseNow: South Shore businesses put out call for workers

After a “Workers Wanted” poster was shared wildly on social media a few weeks ago, I was interested to read this story on the work of the South Shore Tourism Team. They’ve just released a 2 year marketing plan which will place an increased emphasis on digital marketing. I really love the proactive approach of this team. Great job!

Tourism is growing on the South Shore but businesses are having trouble finding the workers to support it. Donna Hatt, marketing and product development manager at White Point Beach Resort, said businesses have the capacity to grow, but they need the staff. She said 26 applications have been received to fill 61 positions at the resort, with even full-time jobs such as line cooks and pastry chefs proving difficult to fill. “We can’t be in that position every year,” she said.

Source: LighthouseNow: South Shore businesses put out call for workers

COMMENTARY: Slow death of cooking is gravy for food industry – Local Xpress

Oh my….people are watching more cooking shows than ever, but actually cooking less? Actual cooking, of real food, sounds like could be a lost skill at some point. So many issues related to this and how to help busy families make time to get back in the kitchen, and cooking.

Recent surveys suggest the average adult spends more time watching cooking shows than actually cooking. Cooking has become optional for most of us. That means we’ve relinquished control of what we eat to corporations. And those corporations want to provide us with conveniently served and easily prepared products — both healthy and not so healthy.

Source: COMMENTARY: Slow death of cooking is gravy for food industry – Local Xpress

You Could Live Here! 1397 Hwy 331, Pleasantville Nova Scotia

Looking for a family home in a rural setting but still close to everything? This could be it! Some beautiful renovations already started and with a little finishing work you could be living in this amazing 4 bedroom property. Did you see the claw foot tub? This is the type of home families memories are made in.

This great house has been updated in many areas & is just awaiting the finishing touches! The home within 5 minutes of Bridgewater and located on a 1.31 acre lot, features a wonderful large entrance foyer, eat-in kitchen with newer Breakfast Bar, living room, den and main floor bedroom with ensuite bathroom. The second level offers 3 more bedrooms, bonus family room, & a second full bathroom. Ideally located in the Hebbville School district, close to the South Shore’s finest beaches, & offering county taxes, this home would be a wonderful family home!

Source: 1397 Hwy 331, Pleasantville Nova Scotia Property Details

This property is listed with Paula Pittman of Remax South Shore Realty.

Thanks for joining me for a Sunday coffee, Enjoy the day!

About Jennifer

Jennifer Naugler is the owner of Simple Local Life Media. When she's not working, she enjoys cooking, gardening, visiting farm markets and thrift stores and spending time with her family. Coffee is life.