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The Loden Hotel | Mothers Day Giveaway

Top Vancouver, BC Boutique Hotel: The Loden

April 16, 2017

This post is in partnership with The Loden Hotel. As always all views and opinions are my own. What is one thing that every mama could get more of?

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Favourite Places

Gemstone Cake for our Little Gem Baby Shower

At the beginning of the year, I planned one of my favorite parties yet. Not only did I feel that this party theme turned out perfectly but it was also

April 3, 2017

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Healthy Family Expo Vancouver 2017 | Vancouver Convention Centre

As we walked away from the Healthy Family Expo last year we were full of smiles! What a wonderful day filled of samples, treats and trying new things. I loved having Sophie join me to see the live entertainment, test out some new toys on the market as well as explore different food and apparel […]

March 5, 2017

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One More Day Campaign | The Modern Fort | Cancer Awareness

Three years ago when I was scrolling my Instagram feed I read something that touched me. Something that made me think a littler hard and feel a little deeper. This something was the launch of The One More Day Campaign. The Modern Fort and Arrow House joined forces to raise awareness and money for those […]

February 27, 2017

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Casual and Comfortable Sleepwear for ladies. Rompers and Night Dresses for casual bedroom fashion.

As much as I love being a social butterfly out and about, I love being home lounging around with a top knot, no makeup and my cozy clothes on (aka my Smash + Tess Romper). Smash + Tess, a new premium dreamwear brand that recently launched in Vancouver, has brought a whole new level of cozy […]

November 10, 2016

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Mother and Child Holiday Lookbook and GiftGuide

When you speak things they really do come true. A few months back I mentioned to Julie Christine Photography that I was thinking about putting together a holiday lookbook that could feature a collection of my favorite items and support local makers. I discussed how I wanted to have consistency and have all original photography that represented […]

November 5, 2016

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Granville Island | 5 Family Friendly Places in Vancouver

I’ve lived just outside of Vancouver, BC for my entire life, making frequent trips into the city to explore. I feel so lucky to live so close to a city that really has everything you could want when looking for an exciting family vacation. Vancouver has it all, from the ocean and mountains to the theme […]

September 20, 2016

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As mothers we are each so unique, yet we all strive for the same things, confident in our life choices and being loving mothers. With our goals and passions in life aligned we can join together and learn from each other, talking about where we started and the journey we are on to get to […]

August 9, 2016

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Discover the Rays at the Vancouver Aquarium

Over spring break the kids and I had the opportunity to go visit the Vancouver Aquarium, with so much excitement from my son about the “Discover Rays” exhibit. This exhibit provides a hands on experience with the Rays, you get to watch them soar through the water and feel them slip beneath your fingers.

March 31, 2016

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