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Vancouver Island Living – Dolphin’s Resort Getaway

Lisa BB · August 29, 2023 · Leave a Comment Filed Under: Vancouver Island Living

One of the best things about living on Vancouver Island is that you have total access to beaches, parks, hiking trails, and lakes. There are also lots of great options to eat, stay and visit. Now that we've moved here we plan to take full advantage of all that the Island has to offer, from small getaways to luxury vacations. So, here's my honest review, with a list of pros and cons, of our latest Vancouver Island getaway. Photos and some video shorts too of the amazing wildlife you'll see when you stay here! We were looking for a place to …

Our House is Home

Lisa BB · August 24, 2023 · Leave a Comment Filed Under: Home and Garden

This post is an exciting one. We're finally ready to give you a full photo tour of our little house on Vancouver Island. The first gallery below shows photos from every major room, except the guest room. These were taken by our builder's professional photographer and they give you a great idea of how light and airy the house feels. The second set of photos were taken by me 4 months after we moved in, so you can see some of the rooms furnished. Let's face it, textiles make a room cozy! Below that I've included a few short video reels. If …

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Summer Flowers & Veggies

Lisa BB · August 6, 2023 · Leave a Comment Filed Under: Home and Garden

I thought I'd share what's being harvested from the garden this past week because it's amazing how much everything has grown. I've been able to create about 5 mini vases of flowers. Whenever someone brings me flowers in a vase, I keep the vase. I also thrifted a few pictured here. They make super cute arrangements. And you'll notice that I did finally get some white Cosmos in bloom. Below are a few quick photos for you to enjoy! …

Hosting an Afternoon High Tea

Lisa BB · July 27, 2023 · Leave a Comment Filed Under: Home and Garden

I love tea! I love scones! There's something so lovely about dainty little sandwiches and treats at a beautiful table set for 3 with a view of the garden from our table, and tea in the garden room afterwards. High Tea Menu I chose a pink and rose coloured theme for the table. Then picked flowers from my garden, and added tea pots from my elephant collection, china tea sets that were Mama Bear's, an old and treasured tablecloth from my Grandmother's, a few thrifted flower vases, and rose napkins (a gift in a Christmas stocking from my …

Gluten Free Cinnamon Buns with Maple Cream Cheese Frosting

Lisa BB · July 23, 2023 · Leave a Comment Filed Under: Gluten Free Recipes

When I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease many years ago it definitely made my relationship with food more complicated. It also made social situations more difficult and somewhat isolating for so many reasons -- if you're Celiac like me you know what I'm talking about. I am a foodie and really missed so many of the traditional family recipes I used to enjoy. Making them gluten free isn't as easy to do as you would think. Whether you're Celiac, or you know someone who is gluten free, the cinnamon bun recipe I'm about to share with you is a game …

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