Yay! The flowers are blooming and temperatures are consistently above Brutal °C on a regular basis. But you know what else comes with my favourite season? Allergies; tons of ‘em. Early spring is when they start because the snow no longer covers the rotting debris on lawns and in gardens. We’re … [Read more...]
Where do you start?
It's been 13 years since we've moved into our house. Things are starting to look "well loved" and a tad dated. I'm eyeing the kitchen is the next big project. Jen Maier and I were discussing home renovations recently. I know she's been scoping out Pinterest and getting ideas for a while but we both … [Read more...]
MARTHA STEWART? I am so not!
A few weeks ago I wrote a blog about letting go of certain things now that I have 8 children. However, there is one issue I am constantly struggling with and that is the state of my house. My house is by no means dirty but it seems to be in a constant state of chaos. I will clean up a room only … [Read more...]
Shane’s Horrible Dilemma
This story is entirely fictional. While the main character may bare some resemblance to, say, me, it certainly isn't me in any way, shape or form.Here we go...Once upon a time, there was a man named Shane. Shane lived with his wife and his daughter, whom he affectionately referred to as … [Read more...]
Homeward Bound.
We bought a house last night.This will be our 4th house in 10 years. I know...I know...we are serial movers. The thought of actually moving makes me cringe. We only moved into our current house just under 2 years ago. Beautiful house. Beautiful neighbourhood. But it … [Read more...]