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Somedays I look back on my life, and I remember mo

Somedays I look back on my life, and I remember moments when I was younger. I remember how I hated being called Indigenous. I remember hiding my culture from friends or people I would meet. The worst was feeling ashamed of where I was from, like it was something that made me feel less than others.

Thinking about It still stings my heart.

Now that I’m a mother, I want to make sure my children never ashamed of who we are. I want them to embrace our dark tanned skin, and brown eyes. I want them to be strong but still humble. Empathetic but proud of our Indigenous heritage.

As the daughter of a Day School survivor, and grand daughter of a Residential School survivor those scars run deep. Loving yourself was never easy when you were stripped of everything that made you “you”. It’s taken me years to get to this point, and probably many more to feel at peace.

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I wanted to thank you for reading, following along and supporting our Indigenous artists, creators and writers.

#indigenoushistorymonth #indigenous #indigenouscanada #indigenouspeoplesday #nativeamericanwisdom #selflovejourney #selflovethreads #culturalappropriation #culturalheritage #diversityandinclusion #aboriginal #nativecanadian #nativepride #nativepride #indigenouslivesmatter #indigenouswomen #indigenoushistory #truthandreconciliation #residentialschools #indigenouseducation

I was talking to my mom this morning, about her fi

I was talking to my mom this morning, about her fight against residential schools. She told me the story of my grandfather, and his siblings being taken away from their parents. My heart broke because they were removed from the only home they ever knew, their safe place. My aunt Hazel was only 3 when she was removed, and it wasn’t until my grandfather was 16 that he was finally able to return home.

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I wanted to share this because I want to open the dialog to questions you have about residential schools, reservations and the indigenous culture. I’ll be sharing a bit more over the next few weeks in stories and on the blog. Hopefully we can all learn together and learn from each other along the way. 🧡🧡🧡🧡

#childrensday #residentialschools #indigenouslivesmatter #indigenous #ojibwe #indigenoushistorymonth #indigenouscanada #canada #canadianmade #injustice #antiracism #residentialschool #recognition #medicinewheel #reservation #canadianhistory

3 3 W E E K S P R E G N A N T // I feel like I'm

3 3 W E E K S P R E G N A N T // I feel like I'm always tired, my feet are killing me and I'm slowly getting to the point where I'm not comfortable in my own skin. Honestly, my bump feels so big and heavy I'm a little scared because I know it's going to grow even bigger over the next few weeks! 🍉 🍉 🍉

But I'm finding comfort in slowing down this season and living in the moment with my sweet Penelope. One thing's for sure... it's about to get really busy around here! 👶🏻 👶🏻 👶🏻

H E Y M A M A S // How did you deal with the guilty feeling of bringing another baby home? I feel like I'm about to hurt Penelope's feelings. Which is why I wanted to know if you have any tips for making the transition easier from only child to big sibling? What did you do to prepare your first for the new baby? 🍼 🍼 🍼
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It’s Week 4 of the @betterhomesandgardens @onero

It’s Week 4 of the @betterhomesandgardens @oneroomchallenge and we’re revealing the paint colour we choose! The kids bedroom is slowly coming together. We got our wallpaper in and ready to go, there’s just a few things left to do and I’m sharing that on the blog as well.

Do you have dark paint colours in your home? Or all light?

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I’m sharing the one thing I’ve wanted to do si

I’m sharing the one thing I’ve wanted to do since we bought our home on the blog today. Plus, how to fix uneven floors and the issue causing another delay in our floors.

But what I really want to know, do you like carpet or hardwood in bedrooms? ✨
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#homediy #homediyproject #homedesignideas #designideas #designsponge

30 weeks!! 🤰🏻 Gosh, between all the naps, t

30 weeks!! 🤰🏻

Gosh, between all the naps, taking care of a toddler, renovating and building a business... things are crazier than ever!

Also, on that note. My anxiety and depression has been the biggest struggle lately. I’ve always been really open about my own mental health journey and in honour of mental health month I wanted to share this quote:

“Self-care is how you take your power back.” - Lalah Delia

✨✨✨ I hope you are all taking time for self care. After all it’s the positive energy that gives positive results.

#mentalhealthawarenessmonth #anxietyawareness #depressionawareness #pregnancyjourney #pregnancylife #30weekspregnant #gardeningisfun #gardenideas #gardenshed #plantinspiration #plantingseason

✨GIVEAWAY!!✨ Penelope loves @brushalot advent

✨GIVEAWAY!!✨

Penelope loves @brushalot adventures so much we wanted to give one of you the chance to win one too!

🦷 The Adventures of Brushalot is an award-winning Tooth Fairy Kit. 🧚‍♀️ It encourages children to brush their teeth and helps them develop healthy habits that stick!
You’ll get:
* A storybook that Penelope makes me read to her every night
* Incisor the stuffed horse (a character from the book)
* Tooth shaped nightlight

Giveaway open to 🇨🇦 and 🇺🇸 residents.

To enter:
*follow @spvliving
* @brushalot
* comment and tag as many friends as possible
* like this post

Good luck!

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#momlifeisthebestlife #healthyhabits #kidsactivities #kidsbooks #kidsroom #kidsgiveaway #kidsroom #kidsspace

We choose our three paint colours for the kids bed

We choose our three paint colours for the kids bedroom today! With Penelope’s help of course.

Head to stories to see what three @farrowandball colours we choose. Plus the rest of the story that happened this week, and all the other details on the blog!
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#oneroomchallenge #orc #bhgorc #roommakeover #ladieswhodesign #bhg @betterhomesandgardens #BHGORC #communityovercompetition #allinthistogether #kidsbedroom #kidsbedroomdecor #kidsdecor #sharedkidsroom #nurserydesign #nurseryinspo #kidsroominspo #toddlerroom #toddlerbedroom #jungalowstyle #jungalow #cottagedecor #cottagebedroom #cljsquad #showemyourstyled

It’s been an entire week since I last posted on

It’s been an entire week since I last posted on here! But I’m back with another budget-friendly/renter-friendly makeover.

Head to the blog to see what went into this $450 Bathroom Makeover! Plus we’re sharing the sources to everything, including these beautiful brass hooks and stunning arched mirror.

We’re still far from finished when it comes to this bathroom project, but I’m just too excited to keep it to myself!

Cabinet colour: Night Flight by @behrpaint
Wall colour: Revere Pewter by @benjaminmoore
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I AM SO EXCITED!!!! We’re officially participa

I AM SO EXCITED!!!!

We’re officially participating in the @oneroomchallenge ✨
I’m freaking out a little because this is going to be a major makeover but honestly I’m so excited and I know the kids will be too.

Check out the blog for all the details on our Kids Bedroom design! 🦁🐒 #oneroomchallenge
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#nurserydecor #nurserydesign #kidsbedroom #scandinaviandesign #scandinavianstyle #jungletheme #jungalowstyle #jungalow #jungalowhome #orc #kidsbedrooms #kidsbedroomideas #jeweltones #jeweltonedinteriors #interiorstylingideas #interiordesigninspo #diyprojects #diyhomedecor #diyblogger

NEW* Weekly Edit is on spvliving.com!! How Kendall

NEW* Weekly Edit is on spvliving.com!! How Kendall Jenner inspired me, probably not for reasons you would think. Plus help me decide between two rooms we have for the One Room Challenge, which begins this Thursday! Oh, and a few DIY projects I’m super inspired by lately.

Which room do you want to see? The bathroom or kids room?

#kendalljenner @archdigest #architecturaldigest #oneroomchallenge #designchallenge #bathroommakeover #kidsbedroom #moodboards #naturalhomedecor #architexture #archdesign #orc #roommakeover #diyideas #diyprojects #diyblogger #homedesignblogger

Today on spvliving.com, we're starting a new serie

Today on spvliving.com, we're starting a new series called design dilemmas. We're kicking off the series with our own design problem...The Missing Entryway! or should I say the “open-concept living room/entryway”.

You know the kind where the door opens and you step right into the living room? Well, we're exploring how we can create a faux entryway using a few design techniques. Complete with inspiration photos and all!

Our hope is that this new series on the blog will help spark some inspiration for your own design dilemmas. ✨

Sooo tell me, what do you think we should do with our missing entryway? 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

#cottagestyle #designdetails #fixerupperstyle #homerenovations #renovationideas #homeprojects #projectpanner #cottagehome #homedesignideas #entrywaydesign #entrywaydecor #entrywaytable #openconceptliving #openconcept #livingroomdetails

I still love Penelope’s room, but I’ve been th

I still love Penelope’s room, but I’ve been thinking about moving her into a bigger room and turning her bedroom now into an office.

Do your kids share a room? I remember sharing a room with my sister and it was so fun. 💕

Today on the blog we’re sharing 5 screen-free activities to do during quiet time. Plus a bit more about of favourite kids podcast, @mollyofdenali 🏔

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#bedroominspo
#bedroomstyling
#bedroomsofinstagram
#bedroomstyle
#cottagebedroom
#farmhousebedroom
#pinkbedroom
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#smmakelifebeautiful
#cljsquad
#showemyourstyled

🎉GIVEAWAY🎉 As an Indigenous blogger, women

🎉GIVEAWAY🎉

As an Indigenous blogger, women and mother being able to not only work with @mollyofdenali on a collaboration but the opportunity to introduce other indigenous cultures to my readers is exactly why I love my job!!

We’ve been watching Molly of Denali since Penelope was really small, I remember being so excited watch a kids show with her that felt so similar to our own culture.

So when we were introduced to the Molly of Denali podcast I was so excited. We play it in the mornings when we’re getting ready for the day, or in the car driving to get groceries.

I know it’s something your kids will love too and I’m grateful for the #mollyofdenali team for giving away (2) backpacks to our readers!

RULES:
1. Follow me @spvliving
2. Follow @mollyofdenali
3. Like
4. Comment

BONUS: Get an extra entry when you share it and tag us in your stories!! And good luck!! ❤️❤️🎉

#mollyofdenali #indigenouswomen #cultures #podcastshow #kidspodcast #ontariomoms #motherhoodjourney #simcoecounty #simcoeontario #barrieontario #barriemoms #torontomoms #torontoblogger #mommyanddaughter #teachingideas

Want to see our bathroom when we first moved in? 😳😳😳😳

✨I've always said paint and pretty decor can make a major impact on a space.
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WHAT WE DID WITH A $300 BUDGET FOR OUR PHASE 1 BATHROOM UPDATE:

We painted the oak cabinets in Night Flight by @behrpaint, then we painted the walls in Revere Pewter by @benjaminmoore including all the trim to fit the modern cottage design. I also replaced the old light, door handles and finally added the arched mirror. All of this for under $300!
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But let's talk a bit about this beautiful arched mirror and how it can instantly update any space in your home. I'm sharing 15 Affordable Arched Mirrors on the blog today. (head to spvliving.com to read the full article).⁠
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Sooo what colour is your bathroom? 😍⁠

Today on spvliving.com, I’m sharing our new bath

When I first became a mom I knew as soon as I had

When I first became a mom I knew as soon as I had Penelope that there was no way I could leave her and go back to Teaching. At the time I had so many obstacles to get through first, among them was loosing an income, support outside of our home and family and of course my inner critic.

I promised myself that as soon as I could I would find a way to support other moms who are facing the choices I did. So when @thetotalmomshow reached out to see if I could share their initiative and conference with my readers I immediately jumped at the chance.

I’m a strong supporter of mothers who want to follow their dreams, whatever that looks like to them. Check out my stories for more information about the Total Mom Show (or DM me) and of course I’m sharing the VIP box you get and how to directly support other women. 💕

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🔨BEFORE & AFTER 🪚 When your on a budget but

🔨BEFORE & AFTER 🪚

When your on a budget but you still want your home to look good, and more importantly feel good.

Today’s #feelgoodhomemakeover is our laundry closet. It reminds me a lot of our condo’s tiny laundry closet, except now we do a lot more laundry and I NEEDED a space I didn’t feel anxious walking into.

My mission is to love with our home between renovations and projects. I want to it to be an “pretty-organized” mess (as I like to say).

So if your laundry room is looking like a mess just know it’s a quick fix that’s also budget friendly.

Now, my only question is.. should I wallpaper or paint? Did you see my stories yet?👇🏼👇🏼
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We watched the news this afternoon as another lock

We watched the news this afternoon as another lockdown was announced. Which has completely changed the timeline for the plans we had to begin the cottage makeover. But regardless we’re sharing our top 5 must-haves for our sweet little cottage this summer.

Let’s just hope we can check off a few of them before baby boy arrives!😬 🍼 Do you think we can do it? Or should we just take it slow? 😂 🤰🏻
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#prettylittleinteriors

From the time I was young I had always loved desig

From the time I was young I had always loved designing and styling my room, I even made a design plan for my parents house when I was 8. 😂

I always thought beautiful was a feeling. It was the way a simple vignette made me feel, or the way our patio looked on a summer evening. It was about creating a space that looked beautiful and safe to me and my family.

That’s what I want my blog and Instagram to give you. Simple styling tips, design techniques that can help you fall in love with your home. Regardless of your budget, what your house is worth or the neighbourhood you live in.

Home is a feeling.🌿🪴

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