What do you think about organized activities for preschoolers? + GIVEAWAY
It's that time of year again, back to school and the start of all the activities. Even though my daughter is not yet in school, I still feel pressure to put her in all the activities. Anyone else? I'm honestly not totally sure how I feel about putting my child in...
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How to Help in Tough Times
For the past few weeks I've just been hoping for cooler temperatures and rain. We've basically been waiting for summer to be over. It's terrible really. Winter was so long, we were all waiting for the snow to stop and temperatures to rise. Before too long it was so...
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Exploring the Nisga’a Memorial Lava Beds – Terrace, BC
Sometimes the best trips are the last minute ones that aren't planned. I had an appointment in Terrace earlier this month and we decided the day before to make a trip out of it and explore the Lava Beds. I had heard about it from a few people and also read about it on...
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Lemonade for Wishes 2018 – Make-A-Wish Fundraiser
We had so much fun at our Lemonade for Wishes fundraiser yesterday, I already can't wait to do it again! A grand total of $761.91 was raised for Make-A-Wish BC & Yukon!! This was our second year doing it, you can read about last year's fundraiser here. Last year...
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How to Survive Canoeing with your Spouse
One of the things on our bucket list this summer was to canoe Lake Kathlyn. It's so beautiful, minutes from our house and a family friend offered to lend us their canoe! Although it was on our bucket list, I had ZERO intentions of actually blogging about it. When our...
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How I Renovated the Front Entrance + Closet for Under $100!
If you follow my Instagram Stories you'll know I was working on the front entrance closet reno for quite a few weeks... My original plan was to title this post "How to Renovate a Closet in a Weekend." Total fail there since it took much longer! The biggest reason it...
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PSA: Stop Asking These 3 Questions
Ever been asked a personal or awkward question? Probably...and I'm sure you've asked someone a question you shouldn't have. I know I have. In fact, I have asked one of the 3 questions on my list and felt totally embarrassed. I still feel bad about it. We all have...
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Essential Oil Bug Spray Recipe: Does It Really Work?
Have you ever tried any natural bug spray? Did it work for you? I've spent a lot of time surrounded by those pesky mosquitoes and black flies and as annoying as they are, I would rather not have to wear DEET if there is a better alternative. Problem is, how do you...
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Have You Made a Summer Bucket List? + FREE Printable
You know that feeling when you realize summer is almost over and you haven't done nearly half the things you hoped to? I know summer has only started, but I feel like it will be over before we know it. To avoid the end of summer blues, we decided to make a "Summer...
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5 Ways To Unplug So You Can Recharge Yourself
Do you ever completely unplug? We don't think twice about re-charging our electronics, but what about us? We need to re-charge ourselves too. Although being connected through the internet has opened my world and allowed me to have a home based business, I think we all...
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Exploring Prince Rupert With Kids
When we were planning our weekend getaway to Prince Rupert, I heard there were no beaches or any kid friendly places to explore along the ocean. Although this is mostly true, if you aren't scared of venturing off the beaten path a bit, then you'll be sure to find some...
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DIY Baby Doll Carrier
To say my 3.5 year old is obsessed with her dolls is an understatement! She is so in love her all her babies (dolls and stuffed animals) and pretends to be their mommy all day every day. This includes bringing them with her wherever she goes. We have comprimised and...
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Father’s Day Gift Guide: Small Shops
It's that time again, except for all the father's out there! I've complied a list of my favourite (small shop) gifts that will hopefully give you some inspiration when shopping for Father's Day gifts. My husband is pretty easy to shop for, but I also love to find...
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My Favourite Rhubarb Loaf Recipe
It's that time of year! Rhubarb crumble, loaf, muffins, frozen rhubarb, stewed rhubarb, you know where this is going. Our rhubarb was the first plant I saw growing out of the snow this year and now it's huge! Since I've started harvesting our rhubarb I thought I would...
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6 Tips for Taking a Car Seat on the Airplane
How do you feel about air travel with small children? Our now 3.5 year old has always been a good traveler, but traveling on the airplane hasn't always been easy. Since having her own seat I find she is restless and wants to move around. The seat belts just don't cut...
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We Found the Old Women who Lived in a Shoe (Or Maybe Just her House!)
There was an old women, who lived in a shoe... well, I have no idea if an old women lives in this shoe, but the shoe house is a real thing! We had heard about this house so we went adventuring last weekend to check it out! It was a little further off the highway then...
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Sew Bright Creations Shop Update – May 2018
I've made a lot of changes to Sew Bright Creations over the past year and although you've seen parts of it through Facebook and Instagram, I figured it was time to give you a real update! Markets ... I started my Etsy shop just over 3 years ago when we lived in...
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide: Small Shops
Struggle with gift giving? I know.. me too! I've complied a list of my favourite (small shop) gifts that will hopefully give you some inspiration when shopping for the ones you love. YES, that does include YOURSELF. I love my husband dearly, but gift giving is not...
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Why We Switched to Cloth for Night Time at 3 Years Old
Do you ever get sick of buying disposable diapers or pull ups? It's about $30 for a box of disposable pull ups and my daughter has been day trained since 2. She's now 3.5 so that's about $400 we've spent in pull ups. Isn't that ridiculous? That includes 2 per day from...
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My DIY Sewing Room Makeover
From navy blue to white, I can finally say it's done! I have always dreamed of a sewing room with daylight and although the window and room are both small, there IS daylight! I've had a lot of dreams for my sewing room and I'm super excited to share the reality that...
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