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Q & A: Our Family Trip to Europe

I’ve had some questions about our upcoming trip to Europe, so I thought I’d do a post to work through each of those!

In all honesty, I feel like I still have so many…

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  • Life, Parenting, Travel
  • Dec, 04, 2025
  • 39 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

Exploring the Ocean Floor at Medford Beach, Lunch at Luckett’s, Thanksgiving, and Goodbyes

While Kae and SHU enjoyed a leisurely breakfast at the Tattingstone Inn (and snuck in some marathon-watching), I headed off with the fam to church. And enjoyed every well-deserved sip of caffeine in my…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Nova Scotia, Travel
  • Oct, 16, 2025
  • 28 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

A Perfect Fall Day at Peggy’s Cove: Blogger Meet-Up Magic in Nova Scotia

Fall at Peggy’s Cove: breathtaking views, blogger adventures, and ocean sparkle. A perfect Maritime day.

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Nova Scotia, Travel
  • Oct, 14, 2025
  • 28 Comments

A Fall Hike at Cape Split, Nova Scotia: Blogger Adventures, Beautiful Views + Cozy Vibes

I don’t usually post on the weekends, but I woke up in the middle of the night and could not get back to sleep, so I’m choosing to take that as a sign there…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Nova Scotia, Travel
  • Oct, 12, 2025
  • 20 Comments

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…

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  • Blogging, Friendship, Nova Scotia, Travel
  • Sep, 29, 2025
  • 20 Comments
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