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Fall Fun
Friday was a PD day at the boys' school, so we were happy to enjoy a bit of a long weekend. I really try take advantage of these free days and plan something fun for the wee ones. This time around, we...
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It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown
I'm just winding down after a fun-filled Halloween evening. Since trick-or-treaters rarely brave our 800 foot driveway, we usually take the boys out as a family. It's actually a great way to catch up...
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No Regrets
I tacked a few additional kilometres on my morning runs the last couple of days. I will admit that the Green Pumpkin herself indulged in one too many Tootsie Rolls on Halloween night. It felt so good...
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Buried Treasure
November is certainly one of the more grey and dismal months, but it has always been a favorite of mine. This probably has something to do with the fact that I was a November baby (: A little birthday...
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November Beauty
Although we are wrapping up another week, I'm still savouring the memories of my birthday last weekend. I will admit, it all began on a rather sad and grim note. The first foreboding clue was the...
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Owls (and Elves) in the Family
Bedtime in our house is one of my favorite times of the day. When the clock strikes 7pm, Chi-Chi and Muffy are usually snuggled up under the covers with Mommy or Daddy and a good book. I'm loving the...
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Here Comes Santa Claus (two of them actually)
As much as I've tried to delay the appearance of the "Christmas Spirit" around here, it has arrived in full force! Don't get me wrong, I love the holiday season and all that goes with it. I actually...
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The Official Opening
The holiday season was officially kicked off in our household today......although the Chrismtas activities began long ago. The boys were greeted this morning by the family Advent calendar, a much loved...
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Music to My Ears
Wow! The holidays are certainly a busy time of year for all of us! This space fell to the wayside as I found myself immersed in a flurry of festive activities during the month of December.I took a...
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Love Letters
The arrival of February inevitably brings a flurry of creative activity by my two little secret admirers. I know a lot of people lament Valentine's Day as yet another commercialized holiday, but I...
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I'm Dreaming of a White Winter!!!
It's looking like one very rainy/snowy weekend in our neck of the woods. Honestly, I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a hefty load of snow! This has been one very strange winter with very little snow...
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He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not...He LOVES Me!
A few friends recently commented on my absence from this space! All is well in our neck of the woods. I found myself in a bit of a hibernation mode this past winter, focusing more on the practical...
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Beneath the Surface...
I love the contrast reprented by these photographs. As the seasons come and go, Chi-Chi and Muffy are consistently drawn to this corner of our property. We initially created this tiny body of water...
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Creeping Me Out!
As the mother of two adventurous and outdoorsy little boys, I've grown accustomed to the non-stop parade of creatures and critters paying visits to our home. Since a very young age, Muffy in...
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Out With The Old, In With The New!
After making his rounds to most of the Primary and Grade 1 classes in our school, our dear friend the giant water bug (aka water scorpion) is stepping out of the spotlight. Chi-Chi's latest scientific...
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Nesting Mode
This year in particular, I'm noticing the intense activity of our backyard feathered friends. Each morning, the airwaves are filled a symphony of cheerful chirps and calls. As our family observes...
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Dreamy/Practical
After taking an extremely long break from this space, I have the sudden urge to get back into my habit of blogging. Truth be told, I find it helps me feel a sense of gratitude in my life. Looking...
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Weekend Review
Fall nature table. I love taking out the same little treasures year after year.A favorite stop on our way to visit the cousins!Burgers, milkshakes and onion rings....Daddy would be jealous of this...
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Chocolate Chunk Yummies
A favorite lunch box treat these days is chocolate chunk cookies. I have been making double batches and freezing them (aka hiding them from my husband) so they are on hand to pop in the lunch boxes...
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Fall Flavours
After a very summery weekend, fall seems to be creeping in this week. I lit the woodstove for the first time yesterday afternoon, making the house feel so warm in cozy. It got me in the mood for...
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Farmlet
Annie the sheepHide and seek in the hay loftThe last of tomatoes and peppers for the seasonI've decided to do a little creative shuffling around this space. I'm not that great when it comes to...
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Dreamy/Practical
Scavenger hunt for the party Backyard beautyIn an attempt to keep up with my new Friday ritual, here’s the Dreamy/Practical list for the upcoming weekend. Thanks again Mary Beth for the...
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Weekend Review
The calm before the storm. Simple cupcakes.Hike/Treasure Hunt!New project cast on.Pretty cake - but I will follow the recipe next time!Scooters at the skate park!I'm just decompressing today after a...
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Dreamy/Practical
Yay, it's Friday! Time for the Dreamy/Practical list already? This week really flew by since it was a short school week. Although we do have a few things in the hopper this weekend, it should be a...
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Hooray for Extra Long Weekends!
This week has flown by, and I'm only now finding the chance to sit down and collect my thoughts about the weekend. The community market I participated in was a huge success. It was a wonderful...
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