I have been married for 13+ years and, in total, my husband and I have been together for over 17. That is a long time. Plus, of those 13 years we have been parents for 10 of them. With two busy kids, running my own business, and the past year caring for my mom, we have had barely a moment alone … [Read more...]
Gettin’ Irie Mon
Yes folks, it is true. I am the luckiest girl alive right now 'cause in exactly 1 day I will be lounging beach-side at the fabulous Sandals Montego Bay Resort in Jamaica. I am beyond excited for so many reasons - the spa, the beach, the naps, the peace and quiet but also, I'm curious. My husband and … [Read more...]
Wine and Spa and…Cars?
See that picture? Tomorrow, that's where I'll be. I leave for three days in the Okanagan Valley and I'm staying at the Spirit Ridge Vineyard Resort & Spa. Three whole days of exploring this beautiful area, visiting vineyards and relaxing at the spa. I have never been to this part of the country … [Read more...]
Ahhhhh. The Simple Things.
This past week was a good reminder that sometimes the simplest things bring the greatest joy. My life is busy and full and rewarding but this week was just plain fun. We went away to a little resort in Muskoka with a few families. Some we knew and some we got to know.The kids played with their … [Read more...]
The Post-Beaches Downer
Well, I'm back from my spectacular fantasy-like jaunt to Beaches Turks & Caicos and I gotta say, reality bites. After a 1:30am bedtime and a restless slumber I woke up missing the Caribbean breeze. This place was a true retreat and a wonderful opportunity for me and my girl to connect. Who knew … [Read more...]
Hello From Beaches Turks and Caicos!
Ahhhhh. Can I tell you how relaxed I am right now? This place is awesome! The service is spectacular and the facilities are amazing. What has really floored me is how well thought out everything is. Every single detail from the towel waiting on the treadmill to the energy efficient rooms to the … [Read more...]
Now is the Time
You know the expression "life is too short"? Ever heard of "carpe diem"? Well, I have and now I plan on living it. I am learning what I always thought I knew. Life, my friends, is for living. The legacy we leave behind is not about how many things you've bought or how pretty you looked or how … [Read more...]
I Miss You!
11 days is a loooooong time to be away. Of course I miss my husband and my friends and my parents but there is someone I just need to see. Someone I need to hug and squeeze and spend some time with so badly. She, my favourite girl in the world, watched the Chelsea football match her brother and … [Read more...]
The Real Reason We Came To England
Check out more in our Travel Album here.The Baby Whisperer.Smiles for DadLook at those legs!Isn't this worth crossing the pond for?! … [Read more...]
Quick Post to Say “Hello”
Hello from England! Just quickly checking in to let you know that I will be posting more pictures in my Travel Photo Album from our trip to Hampton Court Palace today and then our venture in to London tomorrow.We're having a great time. Busy but lots of fun! … [Read more...]