Friendship

Birchie in Nova Scotia Part 3: Cape Split + Tasty Treats

For those just joining the party, blogger extraordinaire Birchie is making a point of visiting all U.S. capitals (and their Capitol buildings), along with all the Canadian provinces and their legislative buildings. Luckily, I…

Blogging, Friendship, Nova Scotia, Travel
Sep, 29, 2025
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The Cool Bloggers Walking Club Kicks Off Next Week (October 1st)

The Cool Bloggers Walking Club starts ONE WEEK from today — and yes, you are invited!

You don’t have to be a blogger.

You don’t have to walk marathon distances.

You don’t even have to call…

Blogging, Cool Bloggers Walking Club, Exercise, Friendship, Life
Sep, 24, 2025
49 Comments

Meet My Favourite Guy: A Q&A with John (Part Two)

As promised, here’s the second part of my “interview” with John. If you haven’t had the chance to read Part 1, start here! He’s already talked about parenting, marriage, and life miscellany. Part Two…

Guest Post, Life, Marriage, Personality Insights, Travel
Sep, 23, 2025
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Birchie in Nova Scotia Part 2: Peggy’s Cove + Pretty Views

(Part 1 of our adventures is here…)

DAY THREE: CHURCH + PEGGY’S COVE + GAMES

I woke up Sunday morning feeling ten times better. My cold wasn’t completely gone, but I could breathe (always helpful!) and…

Blogging, Friendship, Nova Scotia, Travel
Sep, 18, 2025
39 Comments

Meet My Favourite Guy: A Q&A with John (Part One)

When I floated the idea of doing a guest “interview” with John, he was agreeable, if a bit skeptical. He wasn’t convinced anyone would have questions for him.

I knew better. And, you had so…

Guest Post, Marriage, Parenting, Personality Insights
Sep, 17, 2025
51 Comments

Birchie in Nova Scotia Part 1: Muddy Days + Movie Nights

One of the great joys of blogging is experiencing how online friendships transition seamlessly into real life.

Another joy is realizing someone is willing to get up at 4 am, deal with airport security and…

Blogging, Friendship, Life, Nova Scotia, Travel
Sep, 16, 2025
47 Comments

Gratitude Guests: Stephany (On the Joys of Pet Ownership)

I know many of you have beloved four-legged friends, but it’s a subject I have next to zero experience with.

Here’s the extent of my personal pet experience:

I once owned a handful of goldfish that…

Blogging, Friendship, Gratitude, Guest Post
Sep, 03, 2025
32 Comments