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Zero Waste Living By Utilizing The Library
We are on a journey to create a zero waste home. We love books and have rediscovered our love of the library through zero waste living and minimalism. My family and I love going to the library. I used to buy way too many books; more than I would ever be able to read. When out and about, I would find great sales and just buy whatever sparked my interest at the moment. When I discovered minimalism, and then later zero waste living, I decided I needed to work on my addiction to buying and owning books. The biggest change that I have made on my zero waste living and…
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Freezer Meal Cooking Tips For Busy Moms
These freezer meal cooking tips will help any busy mom be more productive on those big batch cooking days. These are more than just a how-to! Daddy Dates Kids, bless their hearts, can be so distracting when you are trying to get work done. Our children often need our help at the most inconvenient times – like when you are trying to have a private moment in the bathroom. I know they do not do it on purpose, but doesn’t it seem like they always need help when you are at your busiest? My boys never need my help putting train tracks together when I am sitting on the floor trying to…
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Habit Stacking – A Book Review
Do you ever feel like you could use your time in a more productive manner? That’s me. When Habit Stacking was recommended to me I immediately bought it. One of my goals for 2018 is to read more. I originally aimed high and said I was going to read 52 books this year but as a busy mom, I have decided that quality is better than quantity. Quality is exactly what I found in the latest book I read. Habit Stacking by S.J. Scott is a great book about developing habits which will help you change your life and reach your goals. Habit Stacking by S.J. Scott came up as a…
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The Season of Change
Life is always changing. Your life ebbs and flows through different periods as your interest and desires change. It is the season of change. What Are Seasons? -a period of the year characterized by particular conditions or activities-any definite or indefinite period Collins Dictionary We use the word seasons to separate times in our lives. A lot of the time, we think of seasons in broader and generic terms. Terms that are reflective of a society or groups of people as a whole. The Christmas Season Spring (or the rainy season) Hockey season Hunting season The change of season between winter and spring has obvious clues. The melting of snow. The emerging flowers. …
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Must Have Zero Waste Swaps For The Kitchen
Are you looking for some zero waste swaps for your kitchen? Some kitchen items create so much waste and are easily swapped out with these alternatives. This blog post contains affiliate links. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. Ever since we visited the Vancouver Aquarium, the boys have been very interested in reducing our plastic waste. The aquarium had a #beplasticwise exhibit that taught them all about the effect of plastics, specifically microplastics, on the ocean. My boys love the oceans and would not want…
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Becoming A Barefoot Family
After years of suffering with foot pain, I discovered the benefits of going barefoot. I have since transitioned myself and my children to barefoot compliant footwear and could not be happier. Check out my barefoot story! For years and years, I suffered with foot issues – foot pain, numbness, and general discomfort. Doctor’s blamed years of dancing, my naturally wide feet, not enough arch support, too much arch support… But no one could fix my foot issues. I really felt defeated and decided that it was just how it was. I went for a physical after my second child was born. During this physical, my doctor commented on how wide…
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Beginner Tips For Easy Freezer Meal Cooking
Have you ever wanted to start making freezer meals but did not know where to begin? These freezer meal cooking tips for beginners will help start you off on the right foot! This post does contain affiliate links. I started freezer meal cooking almost 10 years ago. I might be somewhat of an expert if there was a way to judge expertise on such a topic. Going from being a busy woman eating a lot of frozen dinners; to being a busy mom whose child has a dairy allergy was a big adjustment. After my eldest was diagnosed with an allergy, I had to completely revamp the way that I…
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Time Saving Tips For A Busy Mom
Do you ever feel like there are just not enough hours in the day? Check out these time saving tips written by a busy mom! It is all about knowing your priorities. As a busy mom, life can sometimes escape me. Things happen, life happens. All of a sudden, its bedtime for your kids and you realize your house is a mess and you did not get your workout in. Do you sacrifice some bonding time with your spouse to catch up on your to-do list for the day, or just finish it tomorrow? I struggled with time management for years, and honestly, I still do in some ways. I…
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Top 3 Child-Friendly Hikes Near Revelstoke, British Columbia
It can be hard to find child-friendly hikes when you are unfamiliar with the area. When we first visited Revelstoke, British Columbia, I scoured the internet for child-friendly hikes in the area that still showcased the natural beauty of the area. These are my top 3! The Skunk Cabbage Boardwalk The Skunk Cabbage boardwalk is a child-friendly hike in Mount Revelstoke National Park. The trailhead and parking lot are located just off the Trans-Canada Highway. There are washrooms available which makes it a great place to stop and stretch your legs if you are just driving through the area. A large picnic area, with breathtaking views, is also available…
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Homeschool In Pajamas
Pajamas, PJs, or pyjamas, whichever way you spell it, they are super comfortable articles of clothing which my children would live in if they could. One of the benefits of homeschooling is that you can learn in the comfort of your own home while in your pajamas. You can homeschool in pajamas without any social stigmas or boundaries being pushed or broken. Jack and Walter reading Pirasaurs from our library haul! Society has all sort of opinions around what is and what is not acceptable in terms of clothing, especially when it comes to students in school. The world of fashion is a complex one that I, personally, have never understood. …
