Archives: Savvy Stories

20+ DIY Christmas Wreaths – Made from Dollar Store Supplies

It’s time for me to make a new Christmas wreath! I’ve got a couple (like my gorgeous Nut Wreath) but this…

June Snapshots

Photography Favourites: June 2016

Take a look through my lens to see what moments of our family life on Salt Spring Island made for…

The Family Recipe

My kids are old enough to want to help out in the kitchen. And one thing they have grown to…

Weeknight lasagna that kids will love

You are going to want to add this recipe to your weekly meal plan. It’s easy to make, full of…

5 Healthier-Than-Cereal Breakfast Options

Unless your family is eating good quality muesli with some fruit and nuts, cereal isn’t going to be giving you the nutrients needed to start the day off on the right foot.

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6 Things To Do Now So You Can Really Enjoy the Holidays

I know it seems early to think about the holidays, but if you really want to enjoy the season, it’s…

What I Want My Boys To Remember on the First Day of School

As my boys get ready to step onto the school bus in September, these are the things I want them…

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Missing The First Day of School as a Working Parent

Summer is about to wrap up and the stores are filled with parents getting the last items off the school supply list. Some are looking forward to the first day of school. Personally, my mama heart is breaking because I will be missing the first day of school.

15 Life Hacks that will make life easier

Here are a few ways to improve: how you store your bedsheets, how to remove candle wax from jars, how to boost your ice coffee and more!

I’m Bored Jar… with free printable jar label

If you’ve ever heard “I’m bored” from your children, I’ve got the perfect solution for you. I have instructions for…