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December Blues ~ All The Moments
December 8, 2011
Yesterday was just one of those days. A day of difficult moments. At a time of year you don't want difficult (when do you want difficult moments?) because it's Christmas, and there's holiday music and pretty lights everywhere and candles burning, and shouldn't that make you feel happy? I was ...
Making Sweater Mittens and Other Birthday Treasures
December 6, 2011
Last Friday was my birthday and what a special day it was. I feel so blessed simply being loved. The eve before the "big day" I was banished to our bedroom (there isn't much secret space in our little chalet), while the kids stayed up extra late to set the ...
Toques (Knits By Nana) ~ What's Your Craft?
December 5, 2011
Toque - A winter hat. Pronounced tu·k. From Wikipedia (I know, the most trusted reference around): The fashion is said to have originated with the coureurs de bois, French and Métis fur traders, who kept their woollen nightcaps on for warmth during cold winter days. Such hats are known in ...
Knowing Me ~ Knowing You (Personality Part One)
December 2, 2011
So I started a journey of discovery. Discovering who my children were so I could better parent, relate to, teach, train and educate them. In the process of course I discovered more about who I was, learning how to be a better partner to my husband also.
This Season of Advent
December 1, 2011
It's that time of year, the dark days are truly upon us. It's no coincidence then that we celebrate light. Christmas tress, candles, solstice bonfires. I am a light seeker all times of year, especially when it comes to photography, but the month of December is all about the light. ...
The Truth About Transition
November 29, 2011
In the last couple weeks I've had interesting comments and feedback from some of you, appreciating my honesty and transparency in this move. You ain't seen nothing yet. I don't mean to make any of you squirm. This is not a tell-all blog. There are certain subjects I just don't ...
A Sweet & Simple Birthday ~ Dolly Turns 9
November 26, 2011
There have been birthday years with little friends and parties. But having moved two weeks ago, Dolly's birthday this year was a sweet and simple affair with crafts, a fairy movie and special foods. A day dedicated to our princess. As is our tradition the birthday girl chose the meals ...
