Living Creatively, Living the Dream
What on earth would posses three incredibly busy women to entertain the idea of hosting a blog conference in Halifax in 2015? And then, realizing its success, do it again in 2016? I’m not entirely sure…but I’m so glad they Continue reading BlogJam #KIAWorkingMom #KIAWorkingWoman
Have you watched Stranger Things on Netflix? I’ll be completely honest with you…I’m a bit of a wimp when it comes to anything freaky so I’ve avoided it like the plague…choosing instead to drown myself in romcoms and light-hearted happy shows. Continue reading Stranger Things & Pumpkin Carving… #StreamTeam
There was a time, working in an office, where I’d be the first to arrive each morning and put on a pot of coffee…drinking most of it before anyone else would arrive. I loaded my coffee with cream and sugar…and eventually came to Continue reading Learning about McCafe Espresso Blends…#ANewWaytoCafe
The first thing that surprised me is that families decorate their cabin doors and there are full Pinterest pages dedicated to the craft! The second…that the ship is massive and the entire look and feel of the place is incredibly classy and not over-the-top Continue reading Let me show you around the Disney Magic!
Who can remember getting the Sears Christmas Wishbook as a child?! For us…it was an awesome day! I would spend hours daydreaming about the beautiful things inside…wondering if I’d be the kid to get the massive dollhouse from Santa and dreaming Continue reading Top 10 Wishbook Wants #SearsWishbook
There’s a comfort in being with old friends…where childhood memories are rekindled and laughs are bountiful. Throw in a few good meals, cozy beds, three pigs, six goats and a log cabin…and you have the makings for an amazing girls weekend Continue reading How “From Our Chefs” prepared dishes make dinner parties AWESOME!
It didn’t surprise me when Noah decided to go to Memorial University. When he was six years old, we went for a walk along the “Motion” trail…a beautiful spot just around the corner from where my grandparents had their home Continue reading Attending University and Learning Financial Literacy with help from Enactus and Capital One
Ron Huntley is the father of the Quebec Remparts’, Christian Huntley. If you were to look at his stats, you’d discover he plays D, stands 5’9″, shoots left, and was born in ’99. If you were to ask his Dad…he’s determined, Continue reading Raising an Athlete…Christian Huntley #ProEdgeAthlete
I called a time out. In the middle of everything going on in our lives…we needed a break. A small recess from work, worries, kids and chaos…to breathe. I gathered a group of girlfriends in my living room…to laugh. We shared, told stories, Continue reading Wining about Periods… #AsanaWoman
It was a Friday night, Opening Night, and when I asked Megan if she had any plans, I was fully prepared for the teen-aged “but it’s the weekend” explanation…so much so, that I already had another friend in mind to Continue reading A night out with Beauty (and the Beast)
When I was first asked to get on a bus, drive four hours to PEI for lunch, and then drive back home again…I thought it sounded NUTS! And then…I thought about it a little further. I mean, really…four hours on a bus Continue reading Lunch with Chef Michael Smith and #GoBarley
This week has been a whirlwind…and it’s not over yet! I knew when Monday hit, that we were in for a ride. Between throwing himself an 18th birthday party, finishing his last shift at work before he heads out-of-town, figuring out Continue reading Getting comfy and cozy for back to school with SportChek…
While I can’t play an instrument and can barely handle a tune, I’m one of the biggest music fans going! For me, there’s nothing better than jumping in the car and heading down the highway with the stereo cranked…or going out Continue reading All You Need is Love…and Netflix. #StreamTeam
A visit to Downtown Halifax is always a treat! I have my favourite places, but I’m thrilled when I have the opportunity to explore somewhere new…as was the case when I visited Bishop’s Landing and their two new shops, Little Continue reading New at Bishop’s Landing…Little Oak & Haskapa
Over the last few weeks, multiple people have asked me how I’m handling things as Noah is about to head off to university. I’ve done my best to push the question away but the fact remains, I’m feeling the back-to-school blues. For Continue reading Helping with the Back-to-School Blues and Sears Canada
I’ve put my house on the market…spent HOURS purging and cleaning all of the “stuff” that a house accumulates…and it looks fantastic. So great in fact, that I almost want to keep living here! Except that, it’s time to go. Continue reading The heart of the home…
About a year ago, I stood in the crowded back room of Dean’s Flowers as my friend Holly Winchester and I looked at the multiple unused desks, cabinets and shelving that were scattered throughout. “What should I do with this space,” Continue reading Gallery 1919 opens in Halifax’s North End!
Up until the very night it was happening, I didn’t put a whole lot of thought into attending my 30th High School Reunion. I was leaning towards not going…but I hadn’t really ruled it out altogether. A few months ago, Continue reading 5 Reasons to Attend your High School Reunion
Growing up in Western Canada, Michelle Porter never had it easy. As the oldest of 6 siblings, Michelle’s mom struggled with addictions and the family found themselves on the move quite often. While some would consider the struggles and upheaval to Continue reading Souls Harbour Rescue Mission – Michelle Porter #KIAWorkingMom
I completely took the day off on Thursday while myself and two girlfriends went on an adventure exploring various Halifax & Dartmouth shops and spending a leisurely day together! And, for someone who works the way I do…with so much going on all Continue reading Exploring Halifax & Dartmouth Shops… Part 1