how’s everyone doing? I can only describe the how’s everyone doing? 

I can only describe the last two weeks in Ontario as a sh*tshow with a lot of people on edge - the cherry on top being schools closing indefinitely 😳

so I want to bring some brightness to this hella Monday 

tag a parent/teacher/friend who deserves a coffee and tell me about them - doesn’t matter if they are in Ontario, we’re all having a time aren’t we

On Sunday I’ll draw a name and send a coffee 

this photo I took on Friday when the sun was shining and the warm air was blowing - I felt grateful - and it reminded me of @thisrenegadelove #30daysofjoy 

we’re going to get through this ❤️

#simplensage 
#findjoy 
#madeformorejoy
My Experience with PMDD. In honour of #pmddawarene My Experience with PMDD. In honour of #pmddawarenessmonth I am sharing my experience living with PMDD 

It has been a long journey but finally I feel like I understand myself and am able to advocate for myself. I hope in sharing my experience others might gain awareness of #pmdd and for others to learn to advocate for themselves and their wellness

If you see yourself in my experience, please reach out to your medical professionals who know you and take a look at @iapmdglobal which is an amazing resource about premenstrual disorders

As always, there is space for you, your experiences, and your feelings here. Please reach out ❤️

#simplensage 
#pmddawareness 
#mooddisorderawareness 
#mooddisorders 
#mentalhealthawareness 
#mentalhealthadvocate 
#madeformore 
#selfcare 
#advocatelikeamother 
#mentalhealth 
#coffeeandcartherapy
happy #nationalsiblingday to these two my greate happy #nationalsiblingday to these two 

my greatest source of joy is seeing them together 

➡️ to see the first time they met

#simplensage 
#siblings 
#raisingtinyhumans
skincare is my daily act of self love - a simple w skincare is my daily act of self love - a simple way to slow down and care for myself⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#ad ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
plus, I can't get enough of the dewy glow my skin has after using @premiereclasseskincare Sacha Inchi Dry Elixir Oil⁠⁠
⁠⁠
made in Canada with a blend of organic oil, matcha, antioxidants the Face Oil Elixir reduces inflammation and protects my skin with anti-aging properties to firm my skin, protect it from harsh weather, and give me that natural glow I love without feeling oily. ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
what's even better? You can use it as a scalp moisturizer!!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
you can grab this Face Oil and the Airborne Pout Lip Mask I used to relax and nourishing my dry lips in my stories plus tons of other canadian-made, organic, ethically sourced, and uber-luxurious skincare products on @amazonca - there's a link in my bio so you can treat yourself to some self care with @premiereclasseskincare ⁠⁠
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#simplensage #gifted #ambassador
it’s been a minute since I felt at ease but ton it’s been a minute since I felt at ease 
but tonight, laying in the grass in the warm spring air with my sweet boy crawling all over me, I felt so content and laughed like I haven’t in days 

thank you @thisrenegadelove for encouraging your followers to find small moments of joy in your day with #30daysofjoy - a reminder that there’s something good in every day. 

what was your moment of joy today?

#simplensage 
#findjoy 
#madeformorejoy
my heart aches for small business owners ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
I can’t begin to understand the stress - emotional, physical, and financial - that the people who have poured themselves into their business are going through during this pandemic ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
If you can, support those local small businesses that are the heart of our communities⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Buy coffee for small shops if it’s available rather than Starbucks⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Treat yourself to some self care goodies from a local shop ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Order from local restaurants ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
we are stronger as a community ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
what I love about buying from local shops is knowing the names of the people who pour their heart and soul into those businesses⁠⁠
⁠⁠
if you can, support those people⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Here are some of my favourite places in #niagara⁠⁠ - to name a few 
⁠⁠
@gardencityessentials⁠⁠
@living.apothercary - the elixirs are incredible and wellness providers like naturopaths @dr.karapetrunick and @drdanicommisso and their massage therapists are amazing⁠⁠
@smallbatchjuiceco⁠⁠
@craftcoffeegoods⁠⁠
@delaterrebakery⁠⁠
@heybabyhandmade⁠⁠
@thelocallife.vineland⁠⁠
@pretty_and_co - I can't wait to check out their new line of hair care coming soon!⁠⁠
@claraderma⁠⁠ for allllllllll your skincare needs - you can book a virtual skin consultation and have specialized products sent right to your door
@hometownicecream⁠⁠
@feederflowerfarm⁠⁠
@fieldingwinery - I could definitely go for a glass of fireside red tonight⁠⁠
@416_coffee⁠⁠
@hcsalon - an eco friendly hair salon that uses 100% vegan Aveda products⁠⁠
@bellabuddhabeads⁠⁠
@revaleebrunchcafe⁠⁠
@oddbird.niagara⁠⁠
@eh_jose_taqueria ⁠⁠
@cheekbonebeauty⁠⁠
@mikeandjojobabyboutique⁠⁠
@chzplzniagara⁠⁠
@cardea_auset⁠⁠
@creatives.bycarly⁠⁠
⁠⁠
comment below your favourite local business to support⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage⁠⁠
#supportsmallbusinesses⁠⁠
#shoplocalniagara⁠⁠
#myniagara 
#ourhomestc 
#stcatharines 
#niagararegion 
#niagaraonthelake 
#niagarafalls 
#supportlocal 
#smallbusiness
It's Tax Month!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ If you haven't filed It's Tax Month!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
If you haven't filed your taxes yet, there's a link for 15% off @TurboTaxCanada Live Full Service where a tax expert does your taxes for you, from start to finish so you can be confident it's done right and you've maximized your return - all from your couch!⁠⁠
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#taxseason⁠⁠
when did being relatable become something negative when did being relatable become something negative? ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
I've never followed Rachel Hollis - funny enough, there was always something I couldn't connect it; apparently, that was an appropriate reaction ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
if you haven't already, go listen to @iamjamgamble break it down like no other because it is riddled with concerning comments ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
but the line that got me thinking as a content creator is 'literally everything I do in my life is to live a life that most people can’t relate to'⁠⁠
⁠
this might be the less problematic part of what she said - I strongly encourage you to hear what Jam has to say - but it did make me feel gross⁠
⁠⁠
it left me wondering what value a follower would take away from that⁠⁠
⁠⁠
if you're following someone for inspiration - shouldn’t it BUILD you up, TEACH you, MOTIVATE you ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
I know that most people DO work that hard⁠ and not to lead a life that is unrelatable but to survive⁠⁠
⁠
like my grandmother raised 5 children on her own while cleaning homes for people with far more privilege than her (maybe that’s why this post made me feel so gross too) ⁠
⁠⁠
to me, the end goal isn't to 'reach the top of the mountain' to look down at the people you view as beneath you⁠⁠
⁠⁠
to me, relatability IS the goal⁠ - to support women who see themselves in your story⁠⁠
⁠⁠
so let me encourage you to take stock of who you are following and what value you're taking away from that person⁠ ⁠ ⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage⁠⁠
hopping on to wish every bunny a Happy Easter 🥕 hopping on to wish every bunny a Happy Easter 🥕⁠⁠
it's ok to laugh, I'm lame LOL⁠⁠
⁠⁠
📷: @stephanie.lucile.photography via @fraicheliving⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage⁠⁠
#happyeaster⁠
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    how’s everyone doing? I can only describe the how’s everyone doing? 

I can only describe the last two weeks in Ontario as a sh*tshow with a lot of people on edge - the cherry on top being schools closing indefinitely 😳

so I want to bring some brightness to this hella Monday 

tag a parent/teacher/friend who deserves a coffee and tell me about them - doesn’t matter if they are in Ontario, we’re all having a time aren’t we

On Sunday I’ll draw a name and send a coffee 

this photo I took on Friday when the sun was shining and the warm air was blowing - I felt grateful - and it reminded me of @thisrenegadelove #30daysofjoy 

we’re going to get through this ❤️

#simplensage 
#findjoy 
#madeformorejoy
    My Experience with PMDD. In honour of #pmddawarene My Experience with PMDD. In honour of #pmddawarenessmonth I am sharing my experience living with PMDD 

It has been a long journey but finally I feel like I understand myself and am able to advocate for myself. I hope in sharing my experience others might gain awareness of #pmdd and for others to learn to advocate for themselves and their wellness

If you see yourself in my experience, please reach out to your medical professionals who know you and take a look at @iapmdglobal which is an amazing resource about premenstrual disorders

As always, there is space for you, your experiences, and your feelings here. Please reach out ❤️

#simplensage 
#pmddawareness 
#mooddisorderawareness 
#mooddisorders 
#mentalhealthawareness 
#mentalhealthadvocate 
#madeformore 
#selfcare 
#advocatelikeamother 
#mentalhealth 
#coffeeandcartherapy
    happy #nationalsiblingday to these two my greate happy #nationalsiblingday to these two 

my greatest source of joy is seeing them together 

➡️ to see the first time they met

#simplensage 
#siblings 
#raisingtinyhumans
    skincare is my daily act of self love - a simple w skincare is my daily act of self love - a simple way to slow down and care for myself⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#ad ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
plus, I can't get enough of the dewy glow my skin has after using @premiereclasseskincare Sacha Inchi Dry Elixir Oil⁠⁠
⁠⁠
made in Canada with a blend of organic oil, matcha, antioxidants the Face Oil Elixir reduces inflammation and protects my skin with anti-aging properties to firm my skin, protect it from harsh weather, and give me that natural glow I love without feeling oily. ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
what's even better? You can use it as a scalp moisturizer!!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
you can grab this Face Oil and the Airborne Pout Lip Mask I used to relax and nourishing my dry lips in my stories plus tons of other canadian-made, organic, ethically sourced, and uber-luxurious skincare products on @amazonca - there's a link in my bio so you can treat yourself to some self care with @premiereclasseskincare ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage #gifted #ambassador
    it’s been a minute since I felt at ease but ton it’s been a minute since I felt at ease 
but tonight, laying in the grass in the warm spring air with my sweet boy crawling all over me, I felt so content and laughed like I haven’t in days 

thank you @thisrenegadelove for encouraging your followers to find small moments of joy in your day with #30daysofjoy - a reminder that there’s something good in every day. 

what was your moment of joy today?

#simplensage 
#findjoy 
#madeformorejoy
    my heart aches for small business owners ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
I can’t begin to understand the stress - emotional, physical, and financial - that the people who have poured themselves into their business are going through during this pandemic ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
If you can, support those local small businesses that are the heart of our communities⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Buy coffee for small shops if it’s available rather than Starbucks⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Treat yourself to some self care goodies from a local shop ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Order from local restaurants ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
we are stronger as a community ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
what I love about buying from local shops is knowing the names of the people who pour their heart and soul into those businesses⁠⁠
⁠⁠
if you can, support those people⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Here are some of my favourite places in #niagara⁠⁠ - to name a few 
⁠⁠
@gardencityessentials⁠⁠
@living.apothercary - the elixirs are incredible and wellness providers like naturopaths @dr.karapetrunick and @drdanicommisso and their massage therapists are amazing⁠⁠
@smallbatchjuiceco⁠⁠
@craftcoffeegoods⁠⁠
@delaterrebakery⁠⁠
@heybabyhandmade⁠⁠
@thelocallife.vineland⁠⁠
@pretty_and_co - I can't wait to check out their new line of hair care coming soon!⁠⁠
@claraderma⁠⁠ for allllllllll your skincare needs - you can book a virtual skin consultation and have specialized products sent right to your door
@hometownicecream⁠⁠
@feederflowerfarm⁠⁠
@fieldingwinery - I could definitely go for a glass of fireside red tonight⁠⁠
@416_coffee⁠⁠
@hcsalon - an eco friendly hair salon that uses 100% vegan Aveda products⁠⁠
@bellabuddhabeads⁠⁠
@revaleebrunchcafe⁠⁠
@oddbird.niagara⁠⁠
@eh_jose_taqueria ⁠⁠
@cheekbonebeauty⁠⁠
@mikeandjojobabyboutique⁠⁠
@chzplzniagara⁠⁠
@cardea_auset⁠⁠
@creatives.bycarly⁠⁠
⁠⁠
comment below your favourite local business to support⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage⁠⁠
#supportsmallbusinesses⁠⁠
#shoplocalniagara⁠⁠
#myniagara 
#ourhomestc 
#stcatharines 
#niagararegion 
#niagaraonthelake 
#niagarafalls 
#supportlocal 
#smallbusiness
    It's Tax Month!⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ If you haven't filed It's Tax Month!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
If you haven't filed your taxes yet, there's a link for 15% off @TurboTaxCanada Live Full Service where a tax expert does your taxes for you, from start to finish so you can be confident it's done right and you've maximized your return - all from your couch!⁠⁠
⁠⁠
Doing your taxes can be a pie of 🎂⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage⁠⁠
#taxseason⁠⁠
    when did being relatable become something negative when did being relatable become something negative? ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
I've never followed Rachel Hollis - funny enough, there was always something I couldn't connect it; apparently, that was an appropriate reaction ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
if you haven't already, go listen to @iamjamgamble break it down like no other because it is riddled with concerning comments ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
but the line that got me thinking as a content creator is 'literally everything I do in my life is to live a life that most people can’t relate to'⁠⁠
⁠
this might be the less problematic part of what she said - I strongly encourage you to hear what Jam has to say - but it did make me feel gross⁠
⁠⁠
it left me wondering what value a follower would take away from that⁠⁠
⁠⁠
if you're following someone for inspiration - shouldn’t it BUILD you up, TEACH you, MOTIVATE you ⁠⁠
⁠⁠
I know that most people DO work that hard⁠ and not to lead a life that is unrelatable but to survive⁠⁠
⁠
like my grandmother raised 5 children on her own while cleaning homes for people with far more privilege than her (maybe that’s why this post made me feel so gross too) ⁠
⁠⁠
to me, the end goal isn't to 'reach the top of the mountain' to look down at the people you view as beneath you⁠⁠
⁠⁠
to me, relatability IS the goal⁠ - to support women who see themselves in your story⁠⁠
⁠⁠
so let me encourage you to take stock of who you are following and what value you're taking away from that person⁠ ⁠ ⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage⁠⁠
    hopping on to wish every bunny a Happy Easter 🥕 hopping on to wish every bunny a Happy Easter 🥕⁠⁠
it's ok to laugh, I'm lame LOL⁠⁠
⁠⁠
📷: @stephanie.lucile.photography via @fraicheliving⁠⁠
⁠⁠
#simplensage⁠⁠
#happyeaster⁠
    Why our Emotions aren’t Measured by How Others a Why our Emotions aren’t Measured by How Others are Doing. In this episode of #coffeeandcartherapy I talk about why I think we need to stop measuring the significance of our emotions against each other 

the good ol’ notion that you shouldn’t complain because someone else has it worse

I recorded this prior to learning #ontario was heading into a 4-week shutdown; I think the importance of this topic is even more relevant now 

There are, and continue to be, so many milestones and moments we aren’t able to celebrate the way we wish we could. Or stress levels we have no idea how to gauge. I feel deeply for people who have been impacted much greater than I have but it doesn’t make my emotions or stress any less valid 

as always, my DM and comments are a space for all feelings to be shared 

If this conversation moves you, please share. I know we’re all experiencing so much right now.

#simplensage
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        • Four Daily Vitamins for Women I Swear By
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        • 25 At Home Activities for Kids that Require Little Prep
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