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Life Lately #9- Life at a Distance

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Hi guys! I’m writing this cosied into my couch watching my new fireplace burn, but I’ve been trying to write it for months. Life has changed so much since the last time I shared a personal update. The world has changed, too. Last I checked in, we had recently welcomed Georgia and said goodbye to Whiskey. At first, the three dogs did great together- confused about the missing friend, but they kept on trucking. Early in 2020, our old girl Jazz started giving us signs that she was in pain, and on March 4th we said goodbye to her as well, nine months after Whiskey. I miss them both immensely. By mid-March, the COVID-19 pandemic reached our neck of the woods and I began working from home (with my entire department doing the same) and self-isolating. I’m in a high-risk group, so I mostly only see my family, and a…

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In Gardening

Garden Series: July Update and Caring for your Garden

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Hello! A return to the garden series! We have now fully weeded the garden twice, and enjoyed our first full harvest of a planted vegetable. Our french-type radishes grew and were picked- in the VeggiePods, it made room for another planting of basil. In the garden, they were in the carrot row to promote spacing of the carrot seeds. They grew beautifully and were super sweet. I roasted some on the bbq. Because of the rain and poor weather thus far this year, everything is pretty behind. We experienced one crop failure- romaine lettuce. We’ve planted again and are now watching quite a few heads grow. The beans, peas, squashes are all quite delayed and while flowering, have not produced much yet. Even our little herbs are slow to grow. The real crop winner thus far is kale and lettuce! The veggie pods are happy and lush, and hard to…

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In Lifestyle

Sephora Sale 2017- Beauty

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Hi guys! Are you as excited as I am for the Sephora Sale?! I thought I’d start out with my favorite category of all… MAKEUP! Most people know that I love makeup, despite being known to roll around with a bare face pretty often (I just did a no-makeup October!). The Sephora sale is a great opportunity to stock up on regularly used items to have some product backups, or try that new item you’ve been coveting. For those that don’t know, the Sephora VIB Rouge sale just ended and the Sephora VIB sale will be starting on Friday, November 10th and is 20% off all merchandise! Like last year, I’m sharing my favorite items, friend favorites and some items I’d love to try. I’ll post a review of new items ordered in the Sephora sale, whether by my sister or myself, maybe as a video or in Real Girl…

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In cheap eats

Corn and Bacon Risotto

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Hi guys! I know you are not surprised that since it’s now officially FALL, I am back on the comfort food train! As if my butt needs any more comfort food, but that’s a whole other issue lol. It got very chilly and rainy (?! this is not normal for where I live) last week and after being soaked to the skin twice in one day, I knew what I needed- a warm, hearty risotto and having just finished making corn stock, I figured corn and bacon risotto would be a perfect match for the kind of day I was having. Corn and bacon risotto isn’t exactly a “traditional” risotto, it’s kind of something I just figured would be good a year or so ago, and so I made it! Cooking is all about the fun anyhow, right? Corn and Bacon Risotto $8.82 for four or $2.21 per serving 1/2…

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Freezer Breakfast Bowls

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I hate the morning. Those that have lived with me, travelled with me, worked with me or even just tried to talk to me in the morning know this fact very well. I’m just not my most friendly in the morning, and my extreme morning productivity is really only born out of the internal rage I feel about needing to be out of bed before I feel ready to be. For this reason, I try to have my breakfasts ready before I go to bed. Sometimes that means having a guacamole pack, bread and a hard-boiled egg or two ready to throw in my bag on my way to the office, and sometimes it means pulling a pre-made meal out of the freezer like my freezer egg wraps! Nothing makes morning rage worse than hanger. These easy italiano breakfast bowls are freezer-friendly and perfect for busy mornings. Italiano Breakfast Bowls…

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Best Spring Event Dresses Under $120

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Hey guys! There’s just something about spring that I love. Maybe it’s that the sun is out longer, or more birds in the trees, or just bright green everywhere, but I love it! Here in Edmonton it’s still snowing periodically, but you can feel spring coming still. The sun is warm now, melting snow and ice to make way for green grass and tree buds in April and May. With spring often comes invitations to early weddings, bridal showers and if you’re lucky, a baby shower or two! I find these days a lot of events are much more informal, you’re well dressed in a nice pair of jeans and a pretty top, but for some only a nice dress will do. And that’s ok! It’s always fun to dress up every now and again, but if you have multiple special events, it can get pretty expensive quickly. My…

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In Gift Guides

Valentines Gift Guide

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Glamglow Thirstymud(TM) Hydrating Treatment •  Essie Nail Color, Mademoiselle • Essie •  Anthropologie Limited Edition Golden Monogram Mug • Anthropologie •  Suite One Studio Mimira Mug •  Levtex ‘Frosted’ Faux Shearling Throw Blanket • Levtex •  MAC Extra Dimension Skinfinish – Beaming Blush • M·A·C •  MAC Mineralize Rich Lipstick – Be A Lady • M·A·C • Who doesn’t love Valentines Day? … Ok, lots of people. But, I love celebrating Valentines Day with the people closest to me in life- girlfriends, family and yes, my partner when I have one. This gift guide is all about what I would love to give to a girlfriend, my sister or my mom- or even receive myself! My #1 favorite gift to give a friend is a bottle of wine. I suppose I’m lucky in that most of my friends like wine like me, but I like to give someone that excuse…

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In Casual Wear

Cozy Afternoon In

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Hey guys! I’m coming at you with another affordable outfit post! This is one of my favorite combos for a day at home- a cozy sweater that isn’t too thick, but still warm, and a loose pair of joggers. I like this for a cooking day, working on the computer or just watching some TV because it’s comfortable, inexpensive (I make messes cooking sometimes, the last thing I want to do is destroy a beautiful and expensive sweater) and cute!  These pants were snagged on sale for under $10 at Walmart and I’ve linked a bunch of similar options below that are super affordable as well.  This sweater is a thin knit that I picked up at Target a couple of years ago which is sadly not an option anymore in Canada, but don’t worry,  I’ve linked other options for this as well. Absolutely everything is under $25, which I love. Also,…

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Tomato Basil Salad with Ricotta Salata

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Hi Guys! I hope the first week of 2017 is going well for you! Since this time of year is often when we want to focus on health and weight loss goals, I wanted to share my favorite salad of late! This is inspired by a salad my family had out for dinner one night (I wasn’t there) at a restaurant, that my mum then tweaked to her preferences and I am in LOVE. This salad is so stinking simple, and while it has cheese, it’s a small amount that feels decadent because you’re literally just shaving it in. This is fast to make but delicious and a total show stopper- and is SO affordable for a salad this time of year! I posted the picture below right after Christmas and people were liking it like crazy- so I knew I wanted to share with you. Tomato Basil Salad with…

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In Casual Wear

Heathered Grey

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Hey guys! If you’re searching for some casual outfit inspiration for NYE still, you’ve found your place! If you are looking for something a bit more fancy for an upcoming event at an affordable price, I’ve included a bunch of options under $150 below as well. These photos were obviously shot a while ago, but I loved that the dress from Dynamite (no longer available) was comfortable enough for dinner or dancing, but that paired with the faux-leather vest was still casual enough to not make me look like an eighteen-year-old celebrating their first booze-allowable New Year’s Eve. If you wanted to go out dancing, I’d switch to some fun pumps and ditch the vest! The Nine West clutch was my nod to color and I love being able to see my bag in the sea of black clutches when getting ready at a girlfriend’s place. Dressier options: Parker Montclair…

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