How to Read, Enjoy, (and Quit) 80 Books in a Year First of all keep in mind that some years this will be easier than others! 2022 was a hard year for me to read 80 books. I stopped tracking in July, had a bunch of duds in a row, and by November I hadContinue reading "How To Read 80 Books in a Year"
Step-by-Step to start your own Family Mini Scrapbook Tradition in 2022
Step-by-Step to start your own Family Mini Scrapbook Tradition in 2022 Step One for me is pulling out the previous six scrapbooks (six!) to reminisce and remember how to do this! But seriously, this has been a fun and amazing tradition for our family. Especially considering that we don't have a lot of traditions. ScrapbookingContinue reading "Step-by-Step to start your own Family Mini Scrapbook Tradition in 2022"
Not Ladylike Hikes July to September Recap
The gauzy, golden, end of the day in Edmonton is a spectacular time to get outside and explore the trails. This summer, Not ladylike Hikes changed up our routine and came together on Sunday evenings at 7:0pm. This gave folks who struggle with early AM on a weekend the opportunity to join in. And itContinue reading "Not Ladylike Hikes July to September Recap"
Camping, Hiking (and a Party) in Elk Island National Park
We are on year four of this tradition, and honestly it is a highlight of the year! Three of my favourite things - camping, hiking, and a party - in an amazing place. With many of the best and brightest folks in my life. I couldn’t ask for a better birthday celebration. CAMPING Camping inContinue reading "Camping, Hiking (and a Party) in Elk Island National Park"
A Cool Dip and a Big Climb in Waterton Lakes National Park
Waterton Lakes National Park, September 2022 These are the traditional homelands of the Blackfoot peoples in all of their diversity, as well as the traditional hunting territory of the Kutenai people. The Kutenai were most likely driven out of these areas by the Blackfoot when they expanded their range thanks to rifles and horses. TheContinue reading "A Cool Dip and a Big Climb in Waterton Lakes National Park"
On Saturday We Hike 2021 Review
On Saturday We Hike 2021 Review (and what comes next) 2021 was our first full calendar year of On Saturday We Hike. And what a year! HIGHLIGHTS Christmas Day + New Year’s Day in -35 tempsElk Island Birthday HikeHuge groups in the summer, including 6 out-of-townersA Guest Host (thanks Dan!)A couple of Land AcknowledgementsImproving atContinue reading "On Saturday We Hike 2021 Review"
Daily Pages Flipthrough
Ahh yes, the heady time of December 3, 2021 through January 21, 2022. Where each day received a little extra notice in the form of a daily page. Freezing toes while I crafted in the basement were a small inconvenience to pay when the end result is this lovely, fat, book. https://vimeo.com/676927886 I started thisContinue reading "Daily Pages Flipthrough"
