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Valentine’s Day Affirmations for Kids

Valentines Affirmations for kids

Happy February! The month of LOVE is here and we can’t way to spread some positive vibes, and kindness! This easy activity is a meaningful way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with kids. We started this a few years ago, and our kids love finding a new message each morning. It’s a great way to start the day on a positive note, build confidence for your little ones, and fill their bucket each day! The best part is that the notes are written from the heart and celebrate and recognize all of the beautiful, unique things about your child. I hope you’ll join us and create daily Valentine’s affirmations for kids and spread some extra positive love this month! xo

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2021 Okanagan Christmas Family Activities & Events Guide

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Our annual Christmas in Kelowna family activity guide is back by popular demand and I cannot wait to share all the festive fun with you! This year’s guide includes everything from Christmas tree farms, to Christmas brunches, to LIVE (YES, LIVE!) plays and performances, to craft fairs! This page will be updated regularly as more information regarding 2021 Christmas events and activities becomes available. If you don’t see it yet, it’s coming! Please check back often. Thank you as always for your support of this fun and free local activity guide. Merry Christmas!

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Evolve Cellars Wine Event & Discount

The seasons are quickly changing and we want to celebrate the last of our gorgeous Fall weather with a fun Okanagan wine experience! I’ve teamed up with Evolve Cellars and Kelowna Cruises to offer some delicious wines at great prices and an amazing Okanagan outing. Not local? Don’t worry- you can still order a case of wine at discounted prices and receive free shipping anywhere in Canada! Below are some fun ideas for a night out, plus my favourite wine picks from Evolve Cellars Winery.

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Okanagan Family Fall & Halloween Guide 2021

Kelowna Pumpkin Patch

Happy Fall! Welcome to the 2021 Okanagan Family Fall and Halloween guide. I’ve had TONS of requests to bring back a holiday guide and I am excited to share some fun Fall activities! Did you know that the Fall Guide was my very first Okanagan Family Holiday guide?! Check out the best Okanagan pumpkin patches and celebrate the season with your family. Notice an event that is missing? Send me a note and I’ll be sure to add it! Happy Fall!

This guide includes:

  • Farm & Orchard Fun
  • Okanagan Pumpkin Patches
  • Family-Friendly Fall Activities & Events

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Little Library: Ballet Books

Plié, Chassé, Jeté All Day!

Both of my daughters started ballet at age 3 and we loved collecting children’s books all about ballet. These are a few of our favourite books and we have read them for years! We love the beautiful artwork and the inspiring stories about girls who learn the dedication it requires to become a ballerina. I hope you enjoy this lovely little collection as much as we do!

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Okanagan Mother’s Day Guide 2021

It’s time to celebrate Moms! This post is filled with local, Okanagan ideas to celebrate the special Moms in your life. From take-away or patio dining options, to locally curated gift baskets– there is something for everyone! Treat yourself or send this on to your family to pick out something special, all while supporting local businesses! I hope next year we will be back to regularly scheduled Okanagan activity posts. But, until then, stay safe and Happy Mother’s Day! xo

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Little Library: Girls Take the Lead

“Here’s to strong women, may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.”– Author Unknown

We love books that share stories and adventures of strong, inspiring and brave girls and women. Vienna has been flying through the Princess in Black series— I highly recommend this series if your kids are starting Chapter books! The list below includes a range of books- from fictional tales, to biographies of incredible women, to inspiring messages.

We hope you enjoy this little collection as much as we do!

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Okanagan Valentine’s Day 2021 Gift & Date Guide

Happy February! It’s the month of LOVE and I’m excited to share this guide for Okanagan Valentine’s Day gift and date ideas! Whether you prefer ordering in (this might be getting a little old in 2021), or heading out to a local winery or restaurant, this list has it! I’ve also added some beautiful Okanagan gift ideas (I mean how gorgeous are these pink blooms from Hello Sweet Bloom?!)  I hope you enjoy a beautiful day with your loved ones. Happy Valentine’s Day!

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