When there’s no more party in Party of Five
As a new mom I've been needing a new show I can unwind to during naps or have playing in the background while getting things done around the house. So I've been binge watching Party of Five on Netflix and it has quickly become my go-to for said purposes. I've loved seeing little Owen grow … Continue reading When there’s no more party in Party of Five
Bathroom uplift // Before and After
BEFORE green tile beige walls wood trim dated vanity AFTER white and grey subway tile brushed chrome faucets updated vanity and accessories ceramic tile with a wood look
Tea cups and the truth about losing a friend to an illness
When I think about tea cups I think about three things: tea parties as a little girl, our wedding favours and my dear sweet friend, Lisa. But mostly I just think of Lisa. The clicking of China cups can do that to a girl who clings to a memory of when her friend was alive … Continue reading Tea cups and the truth about losing a friend to an illness
My Mother’s Day
A look at some keepsake photos of my first Mother's Day
My very own Mother’s Day
Last year looked so different. Three tests all lined up on the counter all confirmed I was going to me a mom! What perfect timing with Mother's Day just around the corner. But it was just not our fate to have that baby at that time. This year, my joy overflows as I hold my … Continue reading My very own Mother’s Day
Mothering through anxiety
I feel like being a mom who wrestles anxiety (and usually wins the battle on most days) is like looking at yourself, your family and your life that has quickly changed through a thick and hazy cloud. I love motherhood and I love my baby, but when anxiety hits it's like a big storm blew … Continue reading Mothering through anxiety
I’m blushing, really.
I've never had so much blue in my house until Paxton arrived. There are blue blankets, outfits, tiny hats and toys. I decided our living room needed a girly pick me up with a touch of my favourite pink. Don't get me wrong, I love soft tones of watery blues and pastel greens, but at … Continue reading I’m blushing, really.
This Life
Ever stop dead in your tracks and wonder what would have happened if you took one step off track; if your foot veered to the left by an inch instead of the right? How then would you have the things you have, the people you care for and the life you're living right here and … Continue reading This Life
All the emotions
They weren't kidding when they said after pregnancy your emotions are on an all time high! I catch myself gulping back tears regularly over these last few days. Tomorrow marks one week of Paxton being on the outside and I sit here in amazement that he is even here and that he is ours. I … Continue reading All the emotions

