As promised, here are a few photographs of our Hawaiian holiday. The island of Maui is a little bit of heaven for those that love sunshine, tropical breezes, salt water swimming, and the tangible feeling of aloha. About a month and a half ago, Patti at Not Dead Yet Style posted a blog entry titled I'm Blushing! (But Not Bronzing) In it, she writes that Simon Doonan, ... Read the Post...
A Tree Grows in Langley…
In our little household, choosing The Christmas Tree is a big deal cherished tradition. We traipse half way across the lower mainland to Giesbrecht's Christmas Tree Farm in Langley where the mister will patiently hoist several trees out of their cradles and into the aisles to be assessed by my discerning eye. As the years go by, we've come to understand that there are a few parameters that must not be compromised. The size of the ... Read the Post...
DIY: Rubber Boots Reno…
In an earlier post here, I shared that I was not a tall person. Well, neither am I petite. This is particularly evident when it comes to boots. The majority of boots do not get along well with my calves. The exception of course, are rubber boots. I mean, how can a rubber boot not fit? People all over the internet are practically swimming in their wellies. Fast forward to these superb rubber boots. Thrifted. A quick on/off and I was ... Read the Post...
my october…
{things are looking up} {flower power} {don't be afraid to stand out in the crowd} {ambrosia noun: food of the gods} {I am Canadian} A brief reflection... October Sometimes wet, always beautiful. October in my neck of the woods was defined by crisp air, shorter days, falling leaves. Farm markets laden with a bevy of fruits and ... Read the Post...