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Pumpkin Patches Abbotsford and Chilliwack

5 Pumpkin Patches in Abbotsford and Chilliwack, BC

October 26, 2020

Pumpkin patches are kind of my thing, every fall it is one something that I get the most excited about. I was thinking to myself this year… what am I going to do when my kids get older?? Yah, I will still probably go to all the same pumpkin patches in Abbotsford and Chilliwack. I […]

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The Best Single Use Contact Lense

Over the last few years I have been using contact lenses for daily use. I’ve been able to try out a few different daily disposable contact lenses and have the eye doctor examine which are the best fit for my eyes. Single use contact lenses is a more affordable option for people that don’t want […]

October 25, 2020

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Free Printable Grapics for Thanksgiving

One of my favourite things to do with my blog is to create something using product I already have and inspire others to do the same. I feel like we can get so caught up in buying this, that and the other thing when we already have everything that we need. I put together this […]

October 6, 2020

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Things to do with your kids on Halloween in Vancouver

Looking for things to do with your kids on Halloween? We were blown away by the Howl Over Canada, FlyOver Canada Halloween Edition, show at Canada Place in Vancouver. My kids are still talking about Biker Mama the Witch after watching the show this weekend. This was the first time for my youngest daughter, Evelyn, […]

October 4, 2020

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LYA IRIS Eyewear brand

For the past three years I have had the pleasure of working with IRIS as an ambassador. I’ve visited a few different locations and each time have felt over the top customer service and exceptional attention to detail from their optometrists. Not only have they mastered the customer service game, they are also coming out […]

September 28, 2020

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Banff is one of the dreamiest places I have ever visited. There is literal 360 degree views everywhere you go. The mountains have an indescribable beauty, my husband, the kids and I all walked around in awe of all the sites. After visiting for three days and exploring as much as possible we’ve put together […]

September 27, 2020

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Back to school and eye appointments

The back to school season and eye appointments go hand in hand at our house. When the kids go back to school I am reminded to book their appointments and an appointment for myself. I’ve put together five signs your child may need glasses, though note that they might still need glasses without showing any […]

September 22, 2020

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Looking for a totally new experience unlike any other, you have to check out Banff’s brand new attraction, Open Top Touring. The sight-seeing in Banff is all already you. Everywhere you look is one beautiful view after another. What better way to learn about it than on this vintage inspired tour to learn the history […]

September 21, 2020

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Modern Ice Cream Store in Downtown Abbotsford called Banter Ice Cream

I was just a little bit exciting, ok A LOT excited when I first found out that Banter Ice Cream was opening up in Downtown Abbotsford. I first met Laura, founder of Banter Ice Cream, when they would set up on West Railway on Thursday nights during the summer, a few summers past. The kids […]

August 17, 2020

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