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Merry Christmas! Christmas blessings of peace, joy and love!❤️ #merrychristmas #christmas #snow #whitechristmasBaby, it’s cold outside! Dancing in the Kincardine gazebo!💃🕺🏼#dancing #kincardine #gazeboDecember 1st and all our nutcrackers are ready for Christmas!NORTHERN REFLECTIONS: blue buffalo check sweaterAutumn leaves echos in my mind as the majestic trees are garbed in gold and crimson. A walk on a little country road is a pleasant way to spend a Sunday afternoon in Kincardine. #kincardine #autumnleavesSunny autumn days! Happy October! ❤️Pre-loved orange sweater made in Canada. #october #thriftedfashion #fashionblogger #slowfashionGingham— as timeless as a white picket fence. Makes me happy and reminds me of my childhood, living in a house with a pink gingham kitchen.Holiday in August at Niagara-on-the-Lake.It’s a lovely day today at Niagara-on-the-Lake, the prettiest flowers in this charming town with flowers everywhere! 🌹🌸🌺🌷🌻Some of my favourite things: a summer afternoon view from the window, vintage decanter from the ‘60s, fashion jewellery, heart mirror and a painting of little beach houses. ❤️Duckie taking a bath.Sunset in Kincardine, another day is over and time to dream…❤️Summer sunsets on Lake Huron make me feel fine!❤️Tweetie our shredding machine in action. She will destroy secret information as well as magazines and unwanted advertising. A very useful little helper.Dancing Sokkie on the beach is a great way to celebrate the summer!Happy Sunday morning! ❤️Jimmy’s back for breakfast!💙#bluejays #thankyoulordJimmy and his friends love coming to our place for breakfast!💙A relaxing winter morning in Kincardine, our new home. #kincardineontario #kincardine #newhome #lifebythesea #lifebythebeachFeeling cozy in my Christmas pajamas from Northern Reflections Check out #northernreflections collection and use this coupon code with an additional 10% off entire purchase - online only. The code is NRHOLIDAYCARMEN and will be valid until December 31, 2021. Free shipping in Canada! #northernfriendsMy new top from @northernreflections is luxuriously soft, the print is unique and I love the style with a handkerchief hem. I’ve paired it with comfortable drawstring pants, from Northern Reflections. They also come in charcoal.
Tag Archives: Niagara-on-the-Lake
The Traveling Gingham Frock
Gingham, always in style and a favourite of mine because it brings back the happy memories of my childhood, living in a house with a pink gingham kitchen. I decorated the kitchen of our first home with red gingham; it … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Photography
Tagged car show, chevy pickup, classic cars, gingham, gingham capris, La Vie En Rose, Niagara-on-the-Lake, red sandals, Romika, summer holidays, vegan shoes, VW pickup
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Lavender Field and a Surprise
The BIG Five-O! No, it’s not my birthday. This month is our 50th Wedding Anniversary. To celebrate, we are enjoying some wonderful day trips and weekend getaways! Niagara-on-the-lake is one of those charming towns we go to every year. This time, … Continue reading
Niagara-on-the-Lake in Autumn
With so many pleasant autumn days, we had another chance to drive to Niagara-on-the-Lake this month. The sun was shining, no wind and it’s always a little warmer on the Niagara Peninsula. First stop, the Lavender Shop, always a treat … Continue reading
Posted in Autumn, Day Trips, Fashion, Scenery
Tagged day trip, Lake Ontario, Lavender Boutique, lavender knitted top, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Scenery
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Detour to Niagara-on-the-Lake
If you’re ever in Niagara Falls, Canada, take a little detour to Niagara-on-the-Lake. This charming old town is situated on the shores of Lake Ontario, at the mouth of the Niagara River. I wore my white linen blouse, a wrinkled look with … Continue reading
Shopping in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Shopping in Niagara-on-the-Lake is not just shopping; it’s an experience … delightful shops, unique things, sidewalk cafes, art and entertainment, nature by the lake, a beautiful park all in walking distance. Wine tasting, antiques and the lavender shop are within … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Day Trips, Fashion, Memories, Nature, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Photography, Scenery
Tagged day trip, fashion, flowers, houses, Lake Ontario, Laurel Burch, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Royal George Theatre, Scenery, shopping, style, The Shaw Festival Theatre
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Niagara Falls – a natural wonder of the world
Living so close to the Falls, I have taken it for granted; people come from all over the world to see this spectacular wonder. I only go when we have company from another country, but my cousin gave me a … Continue reading
Lavender and Romance
Niagara-on-the-Lake is a charming town surrounded by lavender fields, vineyards and a spectacular view of Lake Ontario. On a clear day you can see the Toronto CN Tower in the distance. First stop, on the edge of town, is the … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Autumn, Day Trips, Fashion, Nature, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Photography, Scenery, Shopping, Travel, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle
Tagged art, day trip, fall, Frogpond Farm, Lake Ontario, lavender, Lavender Boutique, lavender fields, Neob, Niagara-on-the-Lake, organic wine, shopping, Tim Hortons, Trisha Romance, veggie panini, vineyards, wine
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I’m in love with Lavender
Ever since my trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake this summer, I’m loving lavender. In fact, all shades of purple. I love lilac blossoms and violet flowers. This is not really a new love, but rather an old love rekindled. As a child … Continue reading
Posted in Day Trips, Fashion, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Nostalgia, Scenery, Shopping, Summer
Tagged Angie Strauss, Canadian impressionist painter, Claude Monet, Day Trips, lavender, Lavender Boutique, lilac, mauve, memories, nature, Niagara-on-the-Lake, purple, romance, scents, shades of purple, violet
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Niagara-on-the-Lake in lace and pink pearls
Niagara Falls is the Honeymoon capital of the world and famous for one of the most impressive waterfalls on earth. If you are ever in the area be sure to take a little detour to nearby Niagara-on-the-Lake. This 19th Century … Continue reading
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