inspiration

- family-life
- February 12, 2018
Why all TV rules will be off during the Olympics

I really enjoy the conversations we have with our daughter as we are watching – especially watching women compete for Canada. Here’s why.
- No Category
- November 3, 2017
Why we’re on a Momjo journey and why you should be, too

Our journey began during one of the highest low points of our lives.
- mom-101
- January 10, 2017
Make Yourself a Priority to Reach Your Fitness Goals

I started a health journey at the beginning of 2015 and as we draw near to 2016, I'm pleased to say I'm still going strong! In fact, I find myself pushing harder now than ever before. Although I haven't yet hit every goal I set, I'm still looking
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- October 29, 2015
Pumpkin Carving

Halloween is just around the corner, and this year we actually managed to carve up some pumpkins. I was thrilled,...
- home
- October 23, 2015
Neutral Bedroom Inspiration

I love decorating bedrooms. Duh, right? But really I do. I adore making all rooms prettier. Cozier. More lovable and livable. My absolute favorite way of doing that is to mix and match neutrals
- mom-101
- August 26, 2015
I’m Going to Try This Out

This week I'm trying something new. Well, kind of.
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- August 26, 2015
Things That Excite Me: The Ex-Files

I'm not sure about this, but I'm starting to get suspicious. Very suspicious that perhaps I'm not the same person I used to be. I think (and this is just a wild guess based on some realizations of late) that I may be getting older.
- family-life
- August 10, 2015
How To Get the Dishes Done with a Toddler

This weekend I was pressed for time as company was coming and there was a pile of dishes that had to get done before I could feel confident having someone see our home for the first time.
- mom-101
- July 14, 2015
I Don’t Want to Be Your Mommy Anymore

I remember watching my little one, playing with her as my heart melted on the floor over every little thing she did, thinking “How could any mom possibly take off and leave her babies?”
- family-life
- July 13, 2015
Too Hot. What to do?

Too hot. Too hot to think. Too hot to do anything but hide in the shade and dip in the water.
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- June 22, 2015
Guessing a Garden

I have no idea what I'm doing in the garden. Beyond knowing that plants need sun, water and soil
- mom-101
- April 14, 2015
Need Fitness Inspiration? Have We Got a Story For You

*Editor's Note: We've been silently cheering on our contributor this week for a while now waiting for the big reveal. We think you'll find lots of fitness inspiration here to get up and get your butt in gear. We've invited Cherie-Lynn back in July
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- March 13, 2015
Beautiful Front Door Paint Colors

Spring is just around the corner and I can't help but think about outdoor projects. There's something about getting outside after being cooped up all winter and sprucing things up, isn't there? One of the outdoor decorating topics I get asked so man
- family-life
- March 9, 2015
International Women’s Day: Does Someone Inspire You?

Life is full of adventures Today is International Women's Day, it is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women all over the world, the theme this year is “make it happen”. I am lucky to know many women in my life who have inspired m
- mom-101
- February 20, 2015
Hello, Inspiration {5}: Mountains

“Mountains seem to answer an increasing imaginative need in the West. More and more people are discovering a desire for them, and a powerful solace in them. At bottom, mountains, like all wildernesses, challenge our complacent conviction – so easy to
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- February 2, 2015
Hello, Inspiration {4}: It’s a Breeze

I'm not big on resolutions, but I am big on opportunities for self-renewal. January is peak self-renewal time for me and this year I took extra advantage of it. By the end of last year, after an illness-plagued fall, I was feeling rough. I hadn't be
- mom-101
- January 21, 2015
Hello, Inspiration {3}: Fat Snowflakes

Last weekend, one night after the boys were in bed, my dog came up from the basement and asked to be let outside. When I opened the door to let him back in a few minutes later, I looked outside and realized it was snowing – big, soft flakes, the kind th
- mom-101
- January 12, 2015
Hello, Inspiration {2}

I had a revelation on December 29 about the one word I had chosen for 2014. It took me 363 days to get there, but once I did a whole bunch of things made sense. Early last year, I intended to choose another word to focus on for the year. Having done it in
- family-life
- January 9, 2015
Brinkley’s Bikini Body =Your New Year’s Inspiration

Christy Brinkley is currently vacationing in some luxurious place with her kids to help celebrate her daughter Alexa Ray's birthday, and she might have made me cry when I saw the bikini shot she posted on Instagram yesterday. Like most of … Continue
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- January 5, 2015
Hello, Inspiration

I looked at my WordPress year in review and it told me I had 30 new posts in 2014. Thirty. 30. That seemed a ridiculously low number to me until I realized it was less than one a week and then, frankly, it seemed high. I really didn't write a lot last
- mom-101
- December 8, 2014
Minted.

Christmas minis are a thing with photographers. They get adorable props and set up a photography session with families close to the holidays. My friend Amanda posted on our local swap and sell to find a spot for her family
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- December 8, 2014
Writers Inspiration: Free Downloads

I recently decided to give a major makeover to my study. You can see what it looked like before here. We were motivated to redo it since we filled one opening in the wall. It is a true study now, with french doors, white walls, huge bookshelves and a mass
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- October 3, 2014
Bedroom Color Inspiration

Hello friends! Today I'm sharing with you some color inspiration! You know how hard it can be to decide on colors for your bedroom?
- home
- August 25, 2014
Design Inspiration: Modern Landscaping

The hot summer days make me yearn for a lush oasis to spend my days in, and a magical, private garden to entertain in at night. I am constantly being drawn to clean lines, minimal landscapes with tall bamboo plants, water features, and rock gardens.
- mom-101
- August 4, 2014
I’m a Homebody: Some of My Favourite Spaces

This is our office/workspace off of our bedroom. We've rearranged the desk orientation a few times (we now sit opposite one another at one desk top).
- mom-101
- July 21, 2014
Elmo Birthday Party Inspiration!

I am not one for themed character parties, but she loves Elmo! So I guess I will be doing an Elmo Themed party!
- home
- June 12, 2014
Hot Summer Color Inspiration | White and Gold

A color pairing that looks super hot together for summer is white and gold. Just for fun I created a mood board collection of white and gold decor and fashion inspiration!
- mom-101
- June 9, 2014
2 Links / Bedroom Inspiration

source 1 / source 2 We decided this week to finally get to work on our bedroom, so I'm starting to pull together ideas. This is the one room in the house that has been untouched since we moved into our house
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- June 6, 2014
2 Links / Bedroom Inspiration

source 1 / source 2 We decided this week to finally get to work on our bedroom, so I'm starting to pull together ideas. This is the one room in the house that has been untouched since we moved into our house
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- May 23, 2014
Herb Gardening 101

This past week I've been busy in my herb garden. It's an old veggie garden that I had converted into a perennial herb garden when we moved into our house. It's got some other non-herb plants in there too
- mom-101
- May 22, 2014
Survival Quotes

on finances: “we'll never be royals, it don't run in our blood, that kind of luxe just ain't for us” – royals, lorde. on conflict: “what will become of the truth when we keep it in?” – wild country, wake owl. on fear
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- May 1, 2014
Life Gives You Lemons: A Story Of Inspiration

I haven't been writing much since the sale of UrbanMoms but I felt compelled to tell this story. Before I get started I want you to understand that I have total perspective on this. It is not life
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- February 18, 2014
Playroom Fun! – INSPIRATION

Lately I have been cruising Pinterest looking for fun ideas for the play area we are creating in our basement for Mia.
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- February 5, 2014
Black and White – Inspiration!

I have been finding that every time I am shopping for clothing or housewares I tend to lean towards Black and White schemes. I am so drawn to them!
- mom-101
- January 15, 2014
Missing: Inspiration

The new year is normally soaked with inspiration for me, like a path laid down just waiting for me to walk it. I never quite found that path this year. I looked for it. I waited. I read the usual things and saw the usual references to potential
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- December 31, 2013
Inspired By: A Year in Review

This blog started in October of 2011. I was inspired with what I saw other bloggers doing that I started curating DIY round-up posts and organizing them by subject on my blog as "project" posts.
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- December 24, 2013
Indoor Games: Inspiration vs Reality

Last week, Edmonton went into a deep freeze - reaching as low as -42 Celsius, with wind-chill. (That's -107 Fahrenheit for my non-metric readers). A near-by town even won the crown of coldest place...
- mom-101
- December 10, 2013
Indoor Games: Inspiration vs Reality

Last week, Edmonton went into a deep freeze – reaching as low as -42 Celsius, with wind-chill. (That's -107 Fahrenheit for my non-metric readers). A near-by town even won the crown of coldest place on earth
- mom-101
- November 24, 2013
This is Me!

In this video clip, an inspiring mom talks about what her "brighter side" perspective is all about.
- mom-101
- October 31, 2013
Bookcase Inspiration

Looking for a little inspiration in the form of a bookcase...
- home
- October 24, 2013
One Room Challenge: Office Makeover

It's already week four of Calling it Home's One Room Challenge, also known as my quest to make my home office better organized, more functional, and, of course, prettier!
- food
- August 6, 2013
Tomato Juice in an Old-fashion Way

A family tomato juice recipe
- mom-101
- July 28, 2013
Canoe Picnic

Nothing better than this...
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- June 18, 2013
Purple Bedroom Inspiration

Beautiful purple furniture, bedding and decor items.
- home
- June 13, 2013
Backyard Safari

It was a simple idea, but it was a blast! Here's how I did it..
- home
- May 24, 2013
Strawberry Season Inspiration

Includes desserts, drinks, decor, items and more...
- family-life
- April 16, 2013
Julie Cole Talks Priorities and Parenting

Mother of six and co-founder of Mabel's Labels, Julie Cole spoke at #MomsMeTimeTO. Here are five takeaways from her talk full of wisdom and humor.
- mom-101
- April 5, 2013
What I Really Want for Mother’s Day

For Mother's Day, I don't want jewellery, fancy clothes, or a trip to an exotic location....
- mom-101
- March 30, 2013
How full is your basket? How Easter can mean so many different things.

When filling your kids' Easter baskets, be sure to fill your own metaphorical basket with things like gratitude
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- March 30, 2013
Photo Easter Cards

Just wanted to quickly share the photo Easter cards I made for my 5 year old to share with his class.
- food
- April 22, 2019
Bird Nest Cookies

I have been asked several times for the recipe we used for our Bird Nest Cookies. So, here it is....
- family-life
- March 7, 2013
What’s in a name?

When I was a little girl, I didn't like my name because it was so unique. Now, I wouldn't have it any other way.
- mom-101
- November 14, 2012
Some inspiration…

On the heels of Leigh's post yesterday, I need some inspiration. I, too, am coming down off the sugar.
- family-life
- November 1, 2012
playing with bugs

As the weather turns cold, I start to miss those hazy days of exploration in the dirt, and hope we will continue the momentum of playing outside…now exploring in the snow, skating, skiing or sledding down the hill.
- family-life
- October 15, 2012
Monday A,B,C’s for Wellness

Inspirational ideas and thoughts for a healthy life.
- mom-101
- October 11, 2012
Writing inspiration

I don't get to exercise my writing muscles as frequently as I'd like, lately. And I definitely don't get to do it when I'm actually feeling the urge.
- mom-101
- September 27, 2012
In the Moment

The other day my five-year-old said something simple yet profound. "Mommy! There's no rush." Hmmmm, let me absorb that.
- food
- August 16, 2012
What I’m Reading

Y'all know by now that I adore books just about as much as I love food and party planning.
- mom-101
- August 15, 2012
Gratitude

For the last couple of years I've practiced “daily gratitude,” where I quiet my mind for a few moments in the morning and consciously think about the things I'm grateful for.
- mom-101
- August 15, 2012
In the Moment

The other day my five-year-old said something simple yet profound. “Mommy! There's no rush.” Hmmmm, let me absorb that.
- food
- July 13, 2012
Summer inspiration

While summer has taken a long time to arrive in Vancouver, I've been enjoying ideas on summer outfits from my favourite blogs.
- mom-101
- June 25, 2012
Courage

A couple of months ago I watched my littlest son learn to walk. I was humbled by his courage. When infants want to master something, they keep at it until it's happened. So when my little guy...
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- April 4, 2012
Gearing up for Easter.

With the Easter celebration coming up I have been spending some time on Pinterest trying to find some centrepiece inspiration. Leigh and I are going to be doing the dinner together and it only seems natural that Leigh would be in charge of decor