If there can be a bright side to the crazy last few months we’ve had, it would be that we got to spend more time with family and loved ones at home. And this Civic long weekend, why not spend time with the people that matter the most in your life by "Holistaying".

Maybe go for a family bike ride around the neighbourhood, or pick-up the phone and call a friend you haven't connected with in a while...I'm sure they'd be happy to hear from you. A virtual coffee or lunch date could be an option, or even better, fire up the barbie, play games, and have a backyard movie night when the sun goes down.

To help set the scene and give your outdoor space a bit more ambiance, why not add a beautiful Trellis woven outdoor area rug, available now at Lowes.ca. It not only has a fun & modern pattern, but it’s UV coated to protect against fading and sun damage, it’s lightweight and easy to carry, and at the end of the day or night, easy to clean and store away. Now who doesn’t love that!!

Whatever you end up doing, don't let this topsy-turvy year get you down or pull you away from the people that really matter in your life. Just enjoy and create lots of new summer memories!

Happy Holistaying this long weekend!!