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I’m on the Amateur Traveler Podcast! Let’s Talk About Nova Scotia

Peggy’s Point Lighthouse reflected in a tide pool at Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia

Well, this was fun! A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of sitting down (virtually) with Chris Christensen, host of the Amateur Traveler podcast (recently named by The New York Times as one of the top travel podcasts to inspire your next trip), to talk about one of my favourite subjects: Nova Scotia! After…

Happy Things Friday: 30 October

Hi friends. We are officially on the precipice of November.

I texted this meme to Belle the other morning while she was getting ready for school. I knew she’d received it when I heard…

Cool Bloggers Walking Club: Week 4

It’s hard to believe that we’re almost to the end of another month which means, sadly, we’re nearing the final days of this October 2026 edition of the Cool Bloggers Walking Club.

I haven’t been…

Life, Cool Bloggers Walking Club, Exercise
Oct, 29, 2026
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Best Things to Do in Copenhagen: Family-Friendly Attractions, Hidden Gems + Easy Day Trips

Our family spent a full week in Copenhagen as part of our trip across Europe.

We had the advantage of being able to stay with my brother and sister-in-law. My sister-in-law is Danish and…

Recent Frugal Wins: Thanksgiving Turkey, Nail Polish + Phone Upgrade

Always check your receipts! I checked our receipt before leaving the grocery store and realized we’d been overcharged by $7.85 for our Thanksgiving turkey. It took about five minutes to get the refund processed,…

Frugality
Oct, 27, 2026
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15 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Women (That I Own and Love)

Stocking stuffers are some of my favourite gifts to buy (and receive!). I love finding little things that are genuinely useful and/or a bit unexpected.

Today I’m sharing 15 stocking stuffer ideas for women. As…

20 Gift Ideas for Women (That I Own and Love)

Looking for Christmas gift ideas for the women in your life? I’ve rounded up 20 items that I either own and love or have given to someone else. From cozy winter essentials to practical…

I’m on the Amateur Traveler Podcast! Let’s Talk About Nova Scotia

Happy Things Friday: 30 October

Cool Bloggers Walking Club: Week 4

Best Things to Do in Copenhagen: Family-Friendly Attractions, Hidden Gems + Easy Day Trips

Recent Frugal Wins: Thanksgiving Turkey, Nail Polish + Phone Upgrade

15 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Women (That I Own and Love)

20 Gift Ideas for Women (That I Own and Love)

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I’m on the Amateur Traveler Podcast! Let’s Talk About Nova Scotia

Happy Things Friday: 30 October

Cool Bloggers Walking Club: Week 4