Very Random November Observations

Everybody Dance Now The other day Gonna Make You Sweat came on while I was working out, and I realized that I cannot hear that song without immediately picturing the dance scene in Old School. That movie is stupid and problematic, and neither the … [Continue reading]

A Thursday In The Life Of Nicole

I often think that I am a bit of a nosy, snoopy person, as I just love reading little tidbits from people's lives. That's what blogging and social media are, aren't they, a fun peek into others' lives? I love it all, from the minutia to the grand … [Continue reading]

Gifting

Last week I received a complimentary "New Puppy Package" from the vet, despite the fact that Rex is not a puppy, and in it was a stuffed squeaky toy. As I paid for the visit - and the lice treatment, ew David - the vet unpackaged the toy and gave it … [Continue reading]

Three For Thursday: The One Month Rex-aversary Edition

Today marks one month since the day Rex came into our lives; within only a day I couldn't imagine NOT having him in our lives. He is an incredible gift to our family and has been a source of unmitigated joy and happiness. Every morning I wake up … [Continue reading]

Sudden Season Shift

This is the time of year when my friends in milder climates are talking about crunchy leaves, and the beauty and splendor of fall, and meanwhile, we are in full-on winter! The Weather hit November 1, which felt very appropriate for … [Continue reading]

Halloween and Teens

Happy Halloween, everyone! Whatever your plans today, I hope they at least contain some Fun Sized chocolates. Because I am a Very Fancy Lady, I have a big bowlful of full-sized chocolate bars, and because I get weirdly paranoid about Halloween, I … [Continue reading]

Nicole’s Favourite Things: The It’s Fall, Y’all Edition

We have had the most beautiful October with the longest stretch of sunny and warm weather; it's been the kind of weather that evokes that Anne Shirley quote - I'm glad I live in a world where there are Octobers - which, believe me, is not a normal … [Continue reading]