I’ve been wanting to take Roman to Space Farms all summer. When my friend wanted to spend her day off from work with us yesterday, I knew it was the perfect day trip! We had the most gorgeous day, perfect weather, and so much fun.…
life is magic
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All the Leaves Are Brown
Read moreThere’s a gnarly, old crab apple tree in our front yard. Every year when the apples ripen, it’s a sure sign that autumn is upon us. I have such mixed feelings about the season this year. So many things that I’ve spent a lifetime dreaming…
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Roman’s First Hike
Read moreHiking is one of my favourite things to do and I’ve been so excited to take Roman on his first hike. Unfortunately, in the spring I was recovering and then in the summer it was too hot. But this past weekend we were feeling great,…
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The Renaissance Faire
Read moreOver the weekend, we visited the Renaissance Faire — one of my favourite summertime traditions. I’ve been visiting the faire with my friend since we were little girls. There is something so magical about the carnival atmosphere coupled with an “Olde English” flair. Delicious food;…
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On Motherhood & Not Returning to Work
Read more“Nothing you become will disappoint me; I have no preconception that I’d like to see you be or do. I have no desire to foresee you, only to discover you. You can’t disappoint me.” —Mary Haskell I always knew that I wanted to be a…
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A Day at the Fair
Read moreAll of the signs that summer is rolling to a close are upon us. Yesterday there was a cool breeze that whispered autumn and it broke my heart a little bit. When I was younger, fall was always my favourite season, but as I got…
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Magic at the Carnival
Read moreThere is something so magical about the carnival. I remember going as a little girl and getting so excited about the colourful lights, the sweet smells, and the whirling rides. There’s not much in the world better than carnival pizza & cotton candy, is there?…
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The Simplest Days
Read moreI remain convinced that sometimes the sweetest days are the simple ones. Perhaps it’s because when I’m slowed down, not doing too much, I take the time to really observe and appreciate how blessed my life is. Roman has been sleeping in his room, in…
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adventuring at the gardens & my guest post at gingerlilly tea
Read moreI am so pleased that one of my favourite mama bloggers, Keri-Anne of Gingerlilly Tea, allowed me to share a guest post with her lovely readers this week. I knew that my little family’s recent adventure to the magical Skylands Botanical Gardens would be the…