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Gifts For Mom This Mother’s Day

May 1, 2014, 8:54 pm

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September has always been an important month for m September has always been an important month for me. It’s filled with energy, creativity, TIFF, APJ and so many moments that have shaped my life and career. But now, it holds even more meaning because it’s also the month we celebrate you @erichendrikx 🖤

I seem to be surrounded by Virgos. and so many of the most important people in my life happen to be one. Loyal, thoughtful, hardworking, curious, quietly determined and always paying attention to the details that matter…Eric, you embody the very best of them. 

I am so incredibly proud of you. Your book, Motorcycle Life, is about to make its way into the world - and in true Eric fashion, you’re using it to make a difference by donating all of your presale royalties to Movember in support of men’s health initiatives.
You’re one of those rare people who is somehow good at almost everything. You’re incredibly organized, endlessly creative and know a lot about a lot…but you move through the world with such peace and calm.

As an introvert, I feel people’s energy deeply, and yours is what I can only describe as angel energy. It’s grounding, gentle and safe, and it makes everyone around you feel a little more at peace.

But as proud as I am of everything you’re accomplishing, I’m even prouder of the person you are. A thoughtful and devoted father. The very best dog dad. A loyal friend. A wonderful husband. An endlessly curious adventurer. And an all-around awesome human. 

These photos capture only some of the adventures we’ve shared—and there is no one I would rather keep exploring the world and doing life with.

Happy birthday, my love. Here’s to everything you’ve created, everything still ahead and many more adventures together. I love you. 🖤
Meet the pups looking for their forever homes. 🐾❤️ Meet the pups looking for their forever homes. 🐾❤️

One of the things that makes IT House so meaningful is being able to shine a light on organizations doing important work. 

This year, as we bring #NKPRIT26 to life with @People, @EntertainmentWeekly and @Shutterstock at the #QTower Presentation Centre, alongside @lifetime_dev and @diamondcorp_, we’re proud to once again support @projectpawsdogrescue.

Project Paws gives abandoned and vulnerable dogs the care and support they need while helping them find loving homes, and I’m so happy we can share their work and introduce you to some of the pups joining us this year.

Scroll through to meet them, and stay tuned to our stories next week for a closer look at everything happening at #NKPRIT26. 🖤

#ITHOUSE26 #ProjectPaws DogAdoption
🎬 Ever wonder what really happens behind the TIFF 🎬 Ever wonder what really happens behind the TIFF red carpet? Get ready to go behind the lens with @GeorgePimentel1 in Episode 3 of @DontJustTalkSaySomething

This week, George takes us inside decades of capturing the biggest names and most unforgettable moments in entertainment.

From TIFF red carpets and award-show glamour to celebrity encounters and iconic images, George shares the stories, experiences and behind-the-scenes moments that rarely make the headlines.

The moments you see. The moments you don’t. And what it’s really like to be there when the cameras start flashing.

🎙️ Tune in for an inside look at TIFF, celebrity culture and life behind the lens. Just in time for #NKPRIT26 😉

#DontJustTalkSaySomething
Art that inspires. Experiences you can’t buy anywh Art that inspires. Experiences you can’t buy anywhere else. All in support of a cause that changes lives. ❤️🇭🇹

I’m incredibly proud to share some of the extraordinary auction items from this year’s 18th Annual Artists for Peace and Justice Gala.

The collection features standout works by @bankrobbercalifornia, @petertunney, @thetylershields, @mrbrainwash, @ricciardipaints and more.

And the experiences are just as exceptional:
→ The Ultimate Power Players’ Escape: The Impact Summit with José Bautista (@JoeyBats19), Alex Rodriguez, David Ortiz, Mariano Rivera and more—bringing together high-level connections, unforgettable competition and a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
→ 👜 A brand-new Hermès Birkin 35 in Trench Togo leather with Palladium Hardware, generously donated by @carlyjordanstyle 
→ ✈️ Two @AirCanada Business Class tickets, including round-trip travel to any destination Air Canada flies.
→ 🌾 The @HightailRanch Montana Experience for two: a four-night eco-luxe stay at a regenerative bison ranch, complete with farm-to-table dining and hands-on ranch experiences.

Behind every extraordinary item is an even greater purpose: supporting education for young people in Haiti.

Together, we have helped more than 32,000 students and raised over $36 million, all through a 100% volunteer-powered effort. 🇭🇹❤️

A special thank you to our generous sponsors: @AirCanada, @2Fifteen Living by @DBSDevelopments, @TaglialatellaToronto, @audicanada, @TheForestHillGroup, @deandavidson and the @WindsorArms Hotel. Your support makes this work possible. 🖤

Can’t join us in person? Remote bidding is available. Send us a DM for details.

#BidToGive #APJ
Good morning, friends! 🖤 My latest Substack, Befo Good morning, friends! 🖤

My latest Substack, Before the Noise Starts, is about something I’ve become increasingly protective of: my mornings.

For nearly 25 years, Labour Day weekend has quite literally been Labour Day weekend for me…the calm before TIFF and one of the busiest stretches of my year.

The next ten days will be filled with events, red carpets, our annual Artists for Peace and Justice Gala, IT House with People and Entertainment Weekly, Toronto Life events—and some very late nights. I love the energy, the creativity and seeing Toronto come alive. But I also know what it requires of me.

Which is why the quiet before the noise matters so much.

Morning pages. Gratitude. Movement. Coffee. Quiet. Nothing revolutionary, just small rituals that give me somewhere to return to when life gets loud.

Years ago, The Artist’s Way introduced me to morning pages, a ritual I still practice today. It also got me thinking about the books that have shaped how I think about time, attention, gratitude and where we choose to put our energy.

So alongside this month’s Substack, I’m sharing 5 Books for Staying Grounded When Life Gets Loud.

Swipe through for the five books, and read Before the Noise Starts at the link in my bio.

What’s your go-to ritual for staying grounded?

#NKConfidential #NKSubstack #NKPOV
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