Archives: Savvy Stories
Having kids on the cheap
Living in Vancouver is expensive. It is ranked at 65th most expensive city in the world, third in North America (after NYC and Toronto). Add that to living in one of the most expensive areas in Vancouver: UBC. Add that to the fact that we have lived…
Pistachio Brownie Wedges
I am in the middle of a chocolate overdose as I write this. My dear husband put a request in for these yesterday and unfortunately for him, I’ve eaten most of them.
Kids Online Safety
I don’t know about you, but I totally stress about my kids online.
Sweet Nothings
Not often does my husband express the way he feels for me. He’s not very good at letting his emotions flow into words. It’s a struggle for him. You know what though? That’s ok. When he does express himself, he never ceases to sweep me straight off my…
Tonight My Heart Broke…
My daughter has been experiencing a fair bit of anxiety the past few nights at bedtime. This isn’t normal for her. I’ve just been doing what any parent would do… Just trying to be there for her as we work through this phase.Tonight I had her snuggled…
Childhood Summers and #CampMemories
For us, camp meant freedom and adventure and fun and independence. Ten girls in each of ten little cabins, playing, singing, swimming, learning together for 7 whole days and nights. It was kind of like a week-long sleepover party. But with rules and daily
The post I have been avoiding.
If you read my blog on a regular basis, then you know that my Aunt is currently battling breast cancer, and it has hit me pretty hard. I purposely haven’t updated how things are going, because frankly, if I told you I doubt you would believe me.
Beef Enchiladas w/ Homemade Enchilada Sauce
Have you ever had one of the dinners where you indulge in the first bite and are left thinking… “Holy fuck! This tastes so god damn good”. Well that’s a moment I totally experienced tonight.A good friend emailed me over one of her recipes a couple…
Buffalo Chicken Dip
I love entertaining guests at my house. I enjoy socializing with friends, catching up and sharing laughs…. oh… and maybe a few drinks. With hosting also comes serving food. Depending on the occasion, I usually reach for appetizer type dishes. One…
You’re Doing Okay, Mom!
Something that I think every Mom needs to hear! We all have our days. Some better than others. No matter what though our children continue to love us unconditionally. This commercial never ceases to bring tears to my eyes. “You’re doing okay, Mom!”…