If you homeschool you know what I am talking about. The odd responses when someone asks if you homeschool.  "Wow! I could never do that I don't have the patience"  "Aren't you worried about socialization?"  "Are you a teacher?"  "Do you actually think you will do this forever?" First off......I don't reply with things like "do you like your children?"  "do you want...

It's been one month since I delivered our third child and am now just starting to feel less upset.  Both of my previous pregnancies and deliveries were fine.  This one however wasn't. Now....let's rewind.  I had a GP during my pregnancy.  One who wouldn't listen to me.  One who didn't trust me.  One who I felt did not care.  Throughout my whole pregnancy...

I was so lucky to team up with Anchors & Arrows Baby Boutique to capture images of super cute kids wearing amazing custom clothing.  I had heard amazing things about her products when I lived back in Edmonton, AB. I saw she too moved to Kelowna, BC and I figured this would be a great business relationship.  I sent her a message and...

I am always on the hunt for gluten free dairy free baking that doesn't taste gluten and dairy free.  In our house it's always a test to pass it by the kids and my husband and have them not question it.  When my husband tried these he was sure they weren't gluten free.  YEAH WIN!!!  I ended up making everyone who eats gluten...

This is always a really tough subject to discuss.  I had always dreamt of being a mom,  it was something I always wanted.  Now it was really important for me from day one to be a very involved mom.  I never intended to add children into this world unless I was willing to do the work it took to raise them well. Quite...

Different yes.......thankfully he is different.  I don't want him to be "normal" by todays standards. Part of why we choose to homeschool is so they develop their own character not just conform.  When people meet my son it's never " oh he's socially awkward" or "that kid is definitely homeschooled " However I do personally notice he's different from other kids.  I have...

So the big day came for us to visit Sneak a Peek for our gender reveal ultrasound.  The whole family was so excited.  We discussed how it didn't matter whether it was a boy or girl, because we already had one of each.  I also explained to everyone we can't be disappointed if we wanted something different than what is growing in mommy's belly. So...

Now before you all think this blog is going to bash men.  Please understand that is entirely not the case.  I'm wanting to show my appreciation for men who really STEP UP and try to be the best they can. I feel like each week I have someone contacting me,  a lot of moms.  They are feeling like they are losing control of...

We are very excited to welcome baby number 3 this summer.  Our son is 6 and our daughter is almost 2.  Now that our son is 6 he is definitely more involved and interested in this addition. I wanted to share an experience I had with my previous 2 babies.  This is one that gets me so very excited for our third.  I...

There is something to be said about taking something and saving it from the dump and turning it into something beautiful. I have a huge appreciate for quality furniture.  Now a days quality furniture is either hard to find or extremely expensive.  I learnt when I had my daughter and began setting up her nursery that we could go and purchase a dresser...

I wish I had been taught about manipulative, narcissistic, psychopaths early on.  I have wanted to write a post about my experience.  Our children need to be taught, and I hope that my post will open the door for discussion early on in their development  as kind and wondrous little people, in such a way as to not make them fearful but aware....

I'm sitting here watching my husband play with our two kids and am so very grateful.  I married an incredible husband one that will set the bar high for our daughter in choosing a husband one day.  As well, setting a standard for what my son hopes to be as a husband.  Not only is he an amazing husband......he is an outstanding father....

I figured I would share just one day as so many of you ask me how we structure our days.  We begin our day with a really great sleep.  No rushing.  My husband is off to work early in the morning so he can be home before dinner to spend time with the kids.  This means when they wake they roll into our...

This is by far my busy day go to.  Whether we are home or out for the day it is really easy and the whole family loves it.  It's a great slow cooker meal and I make sure to make extra as it makes for a great lunch the next day for my husband.  It's also a great gluten free meal and if...

I'm a firm beleiver in letting your children grow.  Now that doesn't mean make them grow up fast.  Rather it means take pride in seeing them learn and grow. I absolutely love babies.  I'm a mom who would possibly have 100 if I could.  My job allows me to get my baby fix by photographing newborns,  so this helps me.  My husband is...

My son is 6 and in grade 2 and to be honest we haven't had a cartoon on since I can't even remember. This makes the little bit of TV we watch as a family much more enjoyable.  Our TV doesn't come on until after bath time and they get a show before bed.  Some parents never even think that they don't have...

Homeschool sterotypes are still existing.  This boggles my mind however I do understand it. I knew from the moment I had my son I intended to homeschool.  This isn’t always the case for everyone.  I felt for me, I wanted to nurture his character and I actually liked watching him grow.  For some however they choose homeschooling because the traditional school system isn’t...