Tag Archives: grandchildren

All dressed up and somewhere to go!

Posted on August 28, 2021 by carmen

My granddaughter turned 12 last week and that’s a time to celebrate. I wore my new light gray wrap pants, 100% cotton, made in India–and paired it with this feminine top. I love the mesh and appliqué detail at the … Continue reading →

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My Canada Colours: through the years

Posted on July 1, 2020 by carmen

Maggie and me I just love my iPhoto feature that pops up and shows movies and memories that make me smile. These are a few of the photos that iPhoto put together for Canada Day through the years. Happy July! … Continue reading →

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Redecorating our Summer Place

Posted on June 17, 2020 by carmen

Can you find my little friend Tweetie? We finished redecorating our Gartenzimmer (Florida room or treehouse as we call it). The perfect summer place to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. Great for entertaining and relaxing. It’s like stepping out of … Continue reading →

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Winter Wardrobe

Posted on April 6, 2020 by carmen

April has arrived, the weather is still cool and there’s nowhere to go. All my dance classes are canceled. So I thought I’ll put together a collection of what I wore this winter. Left – skirt from Maggie’s clothing exchange. … Continue reading →

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Necknots Infinity Scarf Necklace

Posted on January 8, 2020 by carmen

My cardigan ($5) and tote ($5) were recent treasures found at a thrift shop. With the money saved, I can afford to buy this unique infinity scarf necklace, made in Canada by NECKNOTS. I love to support artisans and promote … Continue reading →

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It’s a BOY!

Posted on August 23, 2019 by carmen

We are excited to announce the birth of our third grandchild! Having a grandbaby is a lot easier than having a baby! No morning sickness, no labour pain and I didn’t gain a single pound! But I did gain a … Continue reading →

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Four Generations of Fashionistas

Posted on May 12, 2018 by carmen

When I count my blessings, one of my first is my dear mom! It seems like such a long time ago since I felt her loving embrace on Mother’s Day! I treasure the memories, but how I wish I could … Continue reading →

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Staycation

Posted on January 7, 2018 by carmen

Well, it looks like our vacation is going to be postponed, so we’ll enjoy a Staycation. We’ll need to stock up on food and supplies so we can hibernate in our cabin. With temperatures well below freezing, so cold, not … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, jewellery, Plant-based diet, Thirfting | Tagged , , , , , , | 25 Comments

Christmastime

Posted on December 24, 2017 by carmen

Christmas is more than a day, it’s more than a season; for me it’s a year-long of blessings! I leave my mini white lights on in our three-seasons garden room all year round, day and night. (They are LED.) I … Continue reading →

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Graphic Tee and a Matching Hat

Posted on October 17, 2017 by carmen

Style imitating art This outfit makes a fun fashion statement. My graphic T-shirt is thrifted and I thought it would be funny to imitate the art on my tee by wearing a straw hat and a ponytail on one side. … Continue reading →

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