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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…

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  • 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)…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • Life
  • Oct, 09, 2025
  • 27 Comments

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…

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  • 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…

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  • Guest Post, Life, Marriage, Personality Insights, Travel
  • Sep, 23, 2025
  • 35 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…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Life, Nova Scotia, Travel
  • Sep, 16, 2025
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