On this Christmas Day of 2018, I feel so much joy, so much excitement from watching the happiness erupt on our children's sweet faces as we enjoyed love and play all day. Such deep happiness listening to our Evy saying "Merry Christmas" to us, and really being an active part of this holiday for the... Continue Reading →
The Gift
I awoke this morning to a gentle kiss on my cheek, and a whispered "I love you" from my hubby. Since I am quite well-known for being a grumpy-bear first thing in the morning before coffee, he quickly follows that up with: "You don't have to get up yet, I just thought you might be... Continue Reading →
Giving Yourself Grace
The art of granting oneself grace, of having some self-compassion, doesn't come naturally to me...I'm more inclined to be hard on myself. (I think that many of us are that way! The old adage of "being your own worst critic" can be pretty accurate) But finally, as 2018 progresses, I can confidently say that I... Continue Reading →
Minimalism allows me not to care…
Yes, you read the title correctly. Minimalism, or living simply & with greater intention, absolutely allows me to care less. (On the flip side, it also allows me to care MORE about the things & people that truly matter in our life, but that's not what today's post is about) Shortly after we moved to... Continue Reading →
And around & around it goes…
It was a gorgeous, clear, sunshiny morning here in Northern Manitoba. It actually felt....(dare I say it)...summery! (Don't worry, I knocked on the wooden table when I typed that out!) The warmth of the breeze, buds in full bloom on the trees in the forest just beyond our back yard, and coffee on the deck... Continue Reading →
Evretts Mountain 