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last days of summer

Posted on August 19, 2012 by

Around here the unofficial end of summer is signaled by the opening and closing of the CNE. It’s one of my favourite things to do in the summer. The sights, sounds and smells of the CNE are something I remember from my childhood. Taking the girls there now is an extension of my own memories. Continue reading →

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impromptu sparkle party

Posted on July 21, 2012 by

Adding to my weekend plans… my girlfriend just became a Stella & Dot stylist and I had an impromptu jewellery unveiling with her this morning! Continue reading →

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extra long weekending

Posted on April 8, 2012 by

I have tomorrow off work, so it’s an extra long weekend for me! So besides 2 egg hunts, lots of chocolate, cookies and other goodies, we get to continue the fun on Monday! Continue reading →

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weekending

Posted on March 11, 2012 by

I woke up an hour ahead and to full sun today. What a delight! Continue reading →

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wine & cheese

Posted on February 3, 2012 by

Having the girls over tonight for wine, cheese and chatter. Long overdue. Continue reading →

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ho! ho! ho!

Posted on December 28, 2011 by

For years, my friends and I have all gathered to celebrate Christmas together. In the pre-kids days, we would take turns hosting. Now with each of us with families of our own we chip in to rent a place and the hubbies take turns playing Santa. This year, my man was the Big Guy. Continue reading →

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halloweening

Posted on November 2, 2010 by

I’m a little late with the Halloween post seeing that it’s 2 days past, but better late than never, right? Can you guess who requested the pumpkin carvings this year? K is really into the Disney princesses. We listen to a CD of the songs from the movies on the way to and from school daily. Continue reading →

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summer

Posted on July 12, 2010 by

Summer has been happening around here and we’re enjoying every minute. Continue reading →

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blast from the past

Posted on May 21, 2010 by

Since staying at my mom’s house, I’ve had the opportunity to go through some of my things that I had left in her basement when I moved out. Recently I discovered a collection of photos that I had forgotten about, like this series of Polaroid pics taken for my hubby’s (then boyfriend) birthday about 15 years ago. I had planned an elaborate scavenger hunt game around the city. Continue reading →

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hunting for eggs

Posted on April 2, 2010 by

K had her first outdoor egg hunt today. Joined by a bunch of our friends, we headed over to a nearby farm for an old fashion egg hunt in the hay, a corn maze, puppet show, and lots of running around. Continue reading →

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