Tuesday 28 July 2015

...missin' the kid...

being a grown up is hard!  who made the rules?  i do know one thing.  having a kid really has changed my perspective on getting older.  we dropped off the munchkin in kelowna on the weekend for summer camp, and i started missing him before he even left the car.  kids can keep you feeling young if you let them.  how stoked am i to go to the movies to see the latest disney/pixar flicks? or playing all my favourite board games on a weekly basis? or riding bikes and exploring our beautiful city?  i could go on forever! kids rock! jaelen has brought new meanings to love and joy....feelin' super grateful!


top - my own vintage value village special! 
trousers - animal print joggers - topshop - summer 2014 season - no longer available 
shoes - wedge sandals - aldo - no longer available






Sunday 26 July 2015

...dance...(a day late...not a dollar short...)

...to all my fellow movers 'n' shakers out there, happy(post)national dance day! although, i prefer to celebrate this day everyday...  dance has been, and will always be a huge part of my life. not too sure where i would be without it...nope, not gonna think about that.   despite retiring from competition three years ago,  i continue to use this art form in almost every aspect of my life.  from acting, to teaching, to staying physically fit, dance continues to give me emotional, and physical satisfaction.  ever thought of taking a class?? my all time favorite drop-in studio in vancouver is harbour dance centre.  they offer classes for all ages, all levels ( including brand new beginners!) check them out here!


scarf - classic silk chiffon - alexandre mcqueen - available in store and online!
chambray - community veritas shirt - aritzia - available in store and online!
trousers - talula andreu pants - aritzia - available in store and online! 
shoes - aldo - fall 2014 season - no longer available





Wednesday 22 July 2015

...being me...

...it's taken years for me to feel comfortable in my own skin, and let me just say, i'm still far from feeling 100%.  however,  in the last little while, i've started to embrace myself;  flaws 'n' all....boy is it feeling good! ".....be yourself, cause an original is worth more than a copy..." - author unknown 





Tuesday 21 July 2015

...the gluten free lifestyle...

...for the skeptics out there calling the gluten free revolution a "fad" or "trend," i urge you to do just a tiny bit of research on the subject.  my husband found out six years ago that he had a wheat/gluten allergy, and let me tell you, he thought his life was over.  gone were the days of bread, beer, and soy sauce....yes, i said soy sauce.........or so we thought.  i had to re-learn how to cook/bake everything gluten free...not an easy task at first, but now it's how we roll, and i would never turn back!(i adopted the lifestyle change as well)   living in vancouver is one of the best places in canada to live for those with food allergies.  the options for dining out with food restrictions are endless.  it is also great to see major restaurant chains adding gluten friendly options to their menus.  one of our new favourite places to grab a quick bite is smak cafe on west pender st. check out their "butterless chicken" option...to die for!


want more info on living a life free of gluten? check out these blogs!!

With Style & Grace

Gluten Free Goddess

Gluten Free Girl

Gluten Free on A Shoestring





Monday 20 July 2015

...casual monday...

..it's the start of a new week, take it easy.  do you live to work? or work to live?  if you answered yes to either,  take a second! we only get one chance at life.  spend pockets of time throughout your day just being peaceful and present...you'll be glad you did:)



dress - racerback body con dress - forever 21 - available in store and online!
chambray - tna marshall shirt - aritzia - available in store and online!




Sunday 19 July 2015

...qotd...

...the best dreams happen when you're awake... - author unknown       happy sunday!





tee - men's h&m that i stole from tyler loooong ago...then took to it with scissors....voila!
jeans - mid rise skinny jeans - forever 21 canada - available now in store and online! 
purse - Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Clutch with Strap- no longer available
shoes - birko flor arizona - birkenstock - available in store and online
necklace - my own vintage gangsta chain 










...family jam day...

...yeehaw! it's sunday, and we just had the best day.  spent some time chowing down at the naam in kitsilano, which is pretty great for yummy veggie cuisine (try the gluten free pizzas!)
then stopping in at zulu records and perusing their free record bins!  look what I found!









Friday 17 July 2015

...friday's smoothie share!

here is an old fav of mine, the ultimate nectarine smoothie! this one is vegan & gluten free with these guys just coming in to season, it's time to stock up.  buy em'  by the tub, chop em', and freeze! 


  • 2 whole soft nectarines, cut into chunks
  • .5 cup Almond Milk (or any other dairy substitute)
  • .5 cup coconut cream.....the thicker the better:)
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 cup Mango, fresh or frozen in chunks
  • dash of vanilla powder or a few drops of pure extract.
  • nutmeg to garnish


Add the fruit, coconut cream, almond milk, and vanilla to blender. Pulse to combine, then add ice cubes and continue to pulse until you've reached a thick consistency.  Garnish away with nutmeg. Makes 2! 




...find one thing every day, that inspires you...

...i stumbled upon this lovely vancouver blogger's site the other day, and her post made my life...please check it out, you'll be happy you did.  Her Waise Choice - post on beauty - thoughts about aging & appearance   i think it is so important that women stick together, and continue to build one another up. there is no competition, there is only originality.... 



romper -urban outfitters - one teaspoon - goodtime - available now in store and online!
bralette -  victoria's secret - peek-a-boo triangle bra - available now in store and online!
clutch/wallet - louis vuitton - zippy wallet - monogram empreinte - available now in store and online!




Tuesday 14 July 2015

...fresher air...

...after a week of smokiness, the bc fires are still a blazin', however, the winds have shifted a bit,  leaving us with some cleaner air.  hoping to get back to the running routine this week as well, after resting the ankle for the last 5 weeks. will keep you posted!



dress - h&m spring 2014 season - no longer available
purse - totally mm monogram canvas - louis vuitton - available in store and online
shoes - birko flor arizona - birkenstock - available in store and online








Thursday 9 July 2015

...heatwave...

...this summer has been like none other! apart from the forrest fires and lack of rain, we have gotten spoiled in vancouver this 2015!  it feels a little bit like the okanagan heat growing up.  i'm getting excited to get back to my physical routine of dancing and running.  it's been just about four weeks since the doc's told me to take it easy due to a tendon injury in my ankle.  can't wait! 



shoes - nine west - no longer available 
pants - catwalk studio - no longer available
shirt - vintage -
hat - topshop - classic wool fedora - available both in store and online
purse - louis vuitton - cluny epic leather bucket bag vintage - www.nastygal.com - sold out
sunny's - aldo -  Chatel  - available both in store and online!




Saturday 4 July 2015

...dayz off...

...on this great day of independence, the entire family has a day off!  this rarely happens, and when it does, man, is it the best! we are gonna cherish this time, as porky is off to a big, exciting camping trip tomorrow for 5 days! don't ask me how i'm gonna survive without him....i'm not. he has assured me that he will still miss us, but, i'm not so sure....anyways, happy fourth of july to my USA family!  


top - zara - 2014 summer season - no longer available
jeans - forever21 - mid rise skinny - available now both in store and online
purse - louis vuitton - totally mm monogram canvas - available now, bot in store and online



jeanz 'n' stripes

Wednesday 1 July 2015

...oh! canada!

...feeling thankful and blessed to live in a truly free country:)  happy canada day everyone! keep luvin' and sharing!






top - topshop - fall 2014 season- no longer available
shorts - lifetime - no longer available
chambray shirt - forever 21 - available now! in store and online
purse - louis vuitton - monogram vernis rossmore "PM" - 
hat - topshop - classic wool fedoraavailable now! in store and online
earings- swarovski - thankful light azore earrings - available now! in store and online
sunglsasses - aldo - chatel - available now! in store and online