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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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Favourite Places

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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Things to do in Bellevue and Hyatt Regency Hotel

Is it your first time in Bellevue, Washington? It was recently my first time, as well, and I looked up as much as I could online and through Instagram to find some favourite spots. We asked around during our stay for local’s favourites, too, and had a few of the same locations pop up over […]

December 19, 2019

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SnowFlake Lane: Downtown Bellevue's Holiday Event

Snowflake Lane is a nightly, 20-minute long holiday parade that’s presented by Bellevue Collection. This year, it runs from the end of November until Christmas Eve. The roads between Bellevue Square and Lincoln Square get closed down each night for the parade. Our family stayed at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue, which is across the street […]

December 18, 2019

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Pacific Sands: Where to Stay and things to do in Tofino

This might be a bold statement, but Tofino might just be one of the most beautiful places in BC. A few weeks ago, we went on a family trip to Tofino. I was given the opportunity to partner with Pacific Sands to capture their new-three bedroom suites and we all fell in love. It was […]

October 30, 2019

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The Civic Hotel Marriott Autograph Collection Surrey, BC

Is there anything better than a girl’s weekend to help a mama unwind? What about a much-needed girl’s weekend in a luxurious hotel that’s close to home? I grabbed a couple girlfriends and that’s just what we did at the Civic Hotel, an Autograph Collection Hotel, in the heart of Surrey, BC. Before going, I […]

August 7, 2019

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Eagle Wings Whale and Wildlife Tour | 10 Things to do in Victoira BC

Our family loves heading out for adventure and ‘the island’ is an often asked for destination. This year we have ventured around The Sunshine Coast and last year we explored Parksville, which isn’t far from where we recently visited, Victoria, BC. I’ve personally travelled the most to Victoria and each time have such a great […]

June 26, 2019

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Brick and Mortar Living | 10 Locally Owned Things to Do in New West

A few weeks ago I took a day to explore New West and discover some beautiful locally owned shops around the downtown area. A mix from vintage goods and curated home decor to coffee shops and arts centres. I loved discovering all the gems and put together a list of my top 10 locally owned […]

November 19, 2018

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10 Things to do and places to see in Chilliwack BC

Growing up in Abbotsford I have spent a fair bit of time in Chilliwack, BC. There are a number of great places to see and things to do in Chilliwack, the one’s listed below are just some of my very favorites. Chilliwack is the home of one of my favorite summer destinations, Cultus Lake. Over […]

October 12, 2018

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