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As some of you know, I have a teaching degree which I received from the University of Victoria.  I’ve had many great experiences with children but after my degree I had the opportunity to work as a teacher’s assistant with...

I’m a huge fan of “Downton Abbey” and have watched every episode. I love the clothes, the era, the acting, the scenery, the characters, the history. I’ve loved Lady Mary since Season 1 (Cybil was also wonderful but of course...

I’ll admit it I’ve been trying to plan out my blog posts for the week. Monday is a recipe, Tuesday is about travelling, etc. Then when inspiration strikes I try to write while the moment is fresh but I did...

Year (and years) ago, the family unit decided that we all loved to row.  We knew about the lake nearby and we’d seen boats on it, so we phoned up to enquire about lessons and joyfully signed up.   No...

Candles have used for over 5,000 years. Not much is known about the original origin but the Romans were the first to develop the wick candle.  Before electricity there were candles. When the light bulb came out in 1879 there was...

I had originally planned to post about places I have travelled and then inspiration struck and I penned something completely different. Then the worst happened, I lost it all and now I'm hoping my hosting platform can somehow help me retrieve....

Today I'm sharing with you a chick pea recipe that I dearly love and it holds a special place in my heart.  Years ago I had the amazing chance to go the Philippines to work as a volunteer with a humanitarian...

Essential oils vs fragrance oils is  often the great debate amongst those in the bath body industry.  Let's talk a little about both,  look at the pros and cons and why we use what we do. This is by no means a...

Who doesn't love collecting shells? Your feet sinking into the soft sand, wind blowing in your hair, the blue water so calming with the sound of lapping waves. To this day I love collecting shells and living on the west...

Often I’m thrilled by the simple things in life. Not sure if it’s to do with my upbringing or the fact that I am a passionate person and look through life with childlike eyes.  To this day I can’t resist...

Sat down the other day and thought about making a ‘bucket list’.  You know, all the things you want to get done before you turn 105.  And I got really depressed because I couldn’t think of a single thing that...

Bergamot (Perfume on a tree) what a wonder you are, your sweet delicate aroma fills me with such delight.  I’ve become fascinated with this fruit for many reasons. Most people are familiar with Earl Grey tea and incidentally one of...

Day 3 of the 30 Day Blog Challenge As I’ve travelled a fair bit in my lifetime it was only fitting that I talk about some of my adventures. Living on Vancouver Island in the west coast I’d always heard...

Day 2 of the 30 Day Blog Challenge You know the mornings when you wake up and you have no idea what to eat for breakfast? Or you go through your list of breakfast ideas you’ve made in the past and...

We’ve decided to accept the 30 day blogging challenge sponsored by the Indie Business Network. For 30 days the goal is to post 200 words per day.  Caron and I are the two sisters behind Two Blooms Design Studio and...

We created a brand new product for beach worthy waves wherever you go and wherever you are. Scented with our favourite blend of Rose and Vanilla. Key Ingredients:  Organic Argan Oil known as liquid gold. It makes your hair softer, silkier and...

I didn’t think I could do it. Come get your lazy butt up that hill and just get it over with already.  We know you’re tired and exhausted but cry me a river just get it done and stop whining...

I remember it clearly almost as if it was yesterday. My friends and I would squeeze our feet into our pointe shoes like it was a rite of passage and get ready for our ballet class to begin. I had the...

It seems to be the thing to do these days.  Rebrand.  Start fresh, start new and of course the masses will follow.  I can actually remember a songstress years ago saying she was rebranding her image.  So we all watched...

With the rush of life and the constant whirl of never ending things to do I've been reminded lately to enjoy the quiet moments in life.  The first reminder came in early March when a dear friend I've known for...