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GEMMA’S BIRTH STORY
My birth story with Gemma was much different than my birth story with Chloe which you can read HERE . With Chloe I was over due, induced and the labour was longggg. With Gemma, I had spontaneous labour and it was QUICK!
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WHAT I PACKED: HOSPITAL BAG
Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Marisa Today I’m sharing a list of things I’ve packed in my hospital bag for labor. Having gone through this before, I feel like I know what is actually important to bring and what I can leave behind! Last time I overpacked…big time! I brought way too many…
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The White Oaks Resort and Spa: Niagara on the Lake Hotel
2020/2021: The year of staycations! The year of realizing that there are so many amazing spots to hit up that are super close to home! White Oaks was definitely this place for me. Driving to Buffalo for shopping trips ( Hi, Target!) or to leave from the Buffalo Airport, always had me passing by this…
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72 Hours In The Energetic Town of Tempe, Arizona
My mom and I wanted to plan a girls getaway where we could bring along my daughter Chloe as well! On our list of must have’s when choosing the destination: Hot temperatures, good food and restaurant scene, poolside lounging and overall culture!
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The Amara Resort & Spa: The Best Place to Stay in Sedona
Last Updated on January 11, 2026 by Lynne While the red rocks of Sedona are large and in abundance, the resort and hotel options in Sedona are a little more scarce. There are a ton of mid range options and Air Bnb’s but there are not many hotels or resorts that check all the boxes…
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Over 20 Toddler Travel Toys That Will Keep Your Child Happy!
Last Updated on January 11, 2026 by Lynne Travelling with young kids is not vacationing- it is travelling to a different location! Facts. That’s why you need some key toddler travel toys. Though I still LOVE travelling with our daughter and feel it is still very much worth it, I have to acknowledge that it…
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48 Hours in Stratford, Ontario: The Best Itinerary
who loves to explore local gems and getaways, we were absolutely floored that we haven’t been to Stratford before this trip! With it being only an hour from Hamilton ( and 2 hoursrom Toronto), it is an easy place to escape to for a night… or even longer. After experiencing how special this town is,…
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WHAT I BOUGHT: Amazon
Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Marisa With stores in Ontario still not opened yet, I have been hitting up Amazon on the regular for new items for both me and Chloe! I discovered an awesome brand on there called “CRZY YOGA” which has items that are similar to Lululemon in terms of styles…
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DUBAI TRAVEL GUIDE
Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Marisa Dubai is truly a city that fascinated us like no other. Creating a Dubai Travel Guide was something that I knew I needed to do after visiting because there is so much to share with you all! With it’s over the top design and architecture, luxe offerings…
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Shangri-la Dubai Review
Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Marisa When researching where to stay in Dubai, I was overwhelmed! There were so many choices and options! Not to mention the city is sprawling so finding the right location where you can easily bounce around from attraction to attraction is key. One place kept coming up through…
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TRAVELLING DURING COVID-19
Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Marisa As the world starts to get vaccinated and borders start to slowly open up, I wanted to share some information and tips for planning your post pandemic international trip or if you are planning to go soon- details on what it was like travelling during all this!…
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Our Gili Lankanfushi, Maldives Story: The Best Island in the Maldives
Last Updated on January 5, 2026 by Marisa Well….we returned this past March- after 3.5 years. We made it only 3.5 years before feeling the absolute need to return LOL. That’s the effect of Gili Lankanfushi on you and why it is the best island in the Maldives to visit. Considered one of the best resorts in…
