Author Archives: Lynn

Meeting the Man in Red

Posted on December 19, 2017

Despite his hearty HOHOHO & promises of treats & toys to be left under the tree, many a child can be found desperately trying to escape the lap of the bearded jolly old Saint Nick all decked out in his … Continue reading →

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Memories of Africa

Posted on August 29, 2017

It is hard to believe that a year has gone by since my daughter & I set out on an incredible adventure together; a dream we had shared for a number of years to travel to Africa became a reality. … Continue reading →

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A Little Snow on the Mountain

Posted on July 7, 2017

Although I have visited the Western area of Canada a few times, I have not had the opportunity to hike in the mountains. On a recent visit with a very dear friend of mine, I had put in a request … Continue reading →

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Accumulated Baggage

Posted on June 2, 2017

Accumulated baggage. The stuff of life that stays packed in our cases, like the outfit we took on a trip, but never wore. Some of us only accumulate a small carry-on, while others tip the scales with the weight of … Continue reading →

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Love the Life You’re In

Posted on May 19, 2017

Despite our best efforts to embrace each & every day, some days can be more difficult than others, in seeking gratitude for the life we have been given. To love the life we are in. In a world where we … Continue reading →

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Mom’s the Word❤️

Posted on May 11, 2017

 When I began this blog 4 years ago, this was one of the first posts I wrote. As we approach Mother’s Day this weekend, I thought it was worth a re-post with a few updates.   May 6, 2013: We … Continue reading →

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Hearts Alone

Posted on April 3, 2017

When I met my husband’s family many years ago, I learned very quickly that they were a card playing family.  Euchre was & is their game of choice. Rather stunned to hear I didn’t know how to play, his grandfather … Continue reading →

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Going on Safari-1st drive out

Posted on March 21, 2017

There can be no doubt that the highlight of our trip to South Africa was our safari experience. That is not to diminish the beauty of the the other areas we explored but to come face to face with with … Continue reading →

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Knee Deep In It

Posted on February 22, 2017

I found myself in a funny predicament recently when visiting my son, daughter in law & my granddaughter for a few days.  Funny, that is, if you happened to be a bystander watching me & the comedy show that ensued. … Continue reading →

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Share the love❤️

Posted on February 2, 2017

This morning, I was impacted by a post written by my friend Norm over at Norm 2.0. Norm hosts a weekly feature called Thursday Doors where he invites fellow bloggers to share their favourite door photos from around the world. … Continue reading →

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