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Summer Blog Break

Mid-August feels like the perfect time to take a few weeks away from the internet to recharge, enjoy some adventures with the hubbie and kiddos, and soak up these last few weeks of summer.

When…

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  • Blogging, Family
  • Aug, 12, 2024
  • 14 Comments

Guest Post: Welcome Diane!!

First, Happy Canada Day! I remain deeply grateful to live in such a beautiful part of the world. Too often I forget the tremendous blessing of calling a democratic country my home.

This national celebration…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Guest Post
  • Jul, 01, 2024
  • 22 Comments

On Blogging…

Today’s blog post is all about…blogging.

A few months ago Maria wrote to ask if I would talk a bit more about how/why I started blogging and what I feel I get out of…

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  • Ask Me (Almost) Anything, Blogging, Creativity
  • Jun, 18, 2024
  • 44 Comments

Guest Post: Welcome Rachel!!

Today’s guest has her hands full – literally. Currently on maternity leave after having twins, Rachel has a full-time career in project management and is based in South Wales.

She blogs regularly, writing thoughtful reflections…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Guest Post
  • Jun, 10, 2024
  • 25 Comments

Guest Post: Welcome Julie!!

Happy Monday! Happy June! And happy reading!

Today’s guest is Julie. If you haven’t been introduced before, she lives with her husband (Ted) and their daughter (Maya) in Northern California. She’s been blogging since 2005,…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Guest Post
  • Jun, 03, 2024
  • 26 Comments

Guest Post: Welcome Melissa!!

I’m excited to welcome Melissa to my little corner of the internet this May morning. Hosting someone from the other side of the world – quite literally – is always extra thrilling. Melissa hails…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Guest Post
  • May, 20, 2024
  • 17 Comments

A Rest Is As Good As…A Rest

Hi friends. Things are going to be quiet in this space for a few weeks. (No, we are not going on another vacation!!)

I’ve been craving some extra white space and margin. The year I…

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  • Blogging, Year of Shmita
  • May, 07, 2024
  • 27 Comments
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