At the tippy top of my list for this week is the fact I’m sitting in the corner of my living room typing this post while my peripheral vision is studded with twinkle lights….

Life
Nov, 28, 2025
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Hello, New Friends (and Old Ones Too)

So… yesterday wasn’t supposed to be a blog doubleheader. I was as surprised as you might have been to wake up to two posts on my blog. Clearly, I wasn’t paying enough attention to…

Ask Me (Almost) Anything, Blogging, Life, Personality Insights
Nov, 12, 2025
31 Comments

Big News: We’re (Probably) Moving to Europe (for Four Months!)

I’ve been hinting for a while that there’s been some big behind-the-scenes decision-making happening around here…and it’s finally time to spill the proverbial beans.

Our family is — if all goes to plan (please, Lord)…

Life, Travel
Nov, 04, 2025
85 Comments

Blogger Adventures in Nova Scotia: Wolfville, Grand Pré + a Fancy Dinner

Saturday morning was wonderfully relaxed at my place.

Our blogger reunion was set for 10 am, but after saying goodbye to John and the kiddos, I headed off to my favourite cafe early to…

Blogging, Friendship, Life, Nova Scotia, Travel
Oct, 15, 2025
30 Comments

Reader Question: Is That Thrift Store Item Actually a Good Deal?

I recently got an email from Theresa in Texas (hi, Theresa!) who asked a great question:

“Please consider opining on how to determine if a price at a thrift store is a good deal. While…

Life
Oct, 09, 2025
27 Comments