November 30 2011

The snow came just in time for December! I was getting worried because we’ve had a very mild fall and barely any snow so far this year. Don’t worry it came! It’s pretty wonderful to have it snow without the freezing cold temperatures.

November 29 2011

Waiting for the Fesko’s to arrive back in Calgary. My Sister and Dad were in Phoenix soaking up the sun while we were here (soaking up the sun) with a much milder temperature. Hope they had fun for the birthday shopping trip!

November 28 2011

The compost bin is going into hibernation for the winter. I’m glad I purchased another one because they fill up surprising quickly if they aren’t breaking down.

I cleaned out my garden and planted some garlic and onions in preparation for the new growing season. Did I mention that this occurred during the wind storm?! Here’s to another season behind us. Any suggestions for next year?

November 27 2011

After a day of 110 km/hr plus winds it’s nice to see some things still in tact in the yard. Snowfall on its way.

November 26 2011

First vegan cake ever! I don’t think I could have done it without my handy apprentice Justin. He helped me pull through. There was a large learning curve for this cake but it turned out ok in the end.

All natural colours. All vegan.

Note: Chocolate icing on white fondant is NOT good for hiding mistakes.

November 25 2011

Vegan fondant, vanilla icing, and chocolate icing. I’m making a vegan birthday cake for a little boys birthday. He wants it to look ‘fancy’ so I’m pulling out all the stops to make a great looking cake for him. It’s a bit tricky making it completely vegan BUT it’s possible and it actually tastes really good too.

I readjusted the chocolate cake recipe to be very low in fat and with minimal sugar. I think all the icing and fondant definitely make up for that!

Hope he enjoys it. The final product will be up tomorrow.

Quote for this experience: “If you only do what you know you can do- you never do very much.”

November 24 2011

A must have in the kitchen. I put this stuff in everything!

November 23 2011

Nothing like a glass of chocolate milk after a good swim.

November 22 2011

Peeling back the layers on an onion. What if you don’t like one of the layers? Then what?

November 21 2011

I can see the light! Trying to think of things to take pictures of other than my beautiful dog!

November 20 2011

Today was Matthew’s baby shower. Most of the time was spent deciding who was going to hold the baby though. He’s so cuddly and quiet you can’t help but want to hold him! This was the first time the entire time that he actually opened his eyes.

November 19 2011

So today was a very ‘domestic day’. I started off with a hair cut, then went to an arts and crafts show, then made these baby cupcakes for Alisha’s and Denis’ baby shower tomorrow. I was a little nervous making baby cupcakes but I think they turned out adorable!

November 18 2011

Justin took me to see my hockey crush (Jonathan Toews) get crushed by my team. It had to be one of the best hockey games I’ve seen the flames play this season. Either we played really well or they didn’t show up, either way it was a win!

November 17 2011

All alone in the corner. Collecting thoughts.

November 16 2011

Christmas lights and no snow? Seems like a weird concept in Canada.

November 15 2011

It’s starting to get dark really quickly here now. It’s hard to get creative in the dark so I’ll have to stretch my memory a bit so I don’t start repeating pics.

November 14 2011

Slowly working away on my portfolio. Wish I had an idea on how to put one together..

November 13 2011

Tired pooch after a weekend of hiking and barking. We always have a blast at the cabin!

November 12 2011

November 11 2011

Out at Justin’s cabin for the weekend. Bring on the amazing food and good company!

November 10 2011

Justin and I took a detour through Fernie and ate at the Curry Bowl. Delicious. Highly recommended if you are ever out there!

November 9 2011

The proud new Grandpa and Uncle of the cutest little baby boy, Brayden. Can you see the excitement in their eyes?!

November 8 2011

“In Flanders fields the poppies blow

Between the crosses, row on row,

That mark our place; and in the sky

The larks, still bravely singing, fly

Scare heard amid the guns below.”

November 7 2011

Took a drive around today and ended up at Red Deer Lake. It was gorgeous and had a typical Southern Alberta feel. 

November 6 2011

Gregory Heisler teaching us different studio/portrait techniques. I really wish I had a studio to practice in!

November 5 2011

At ACAD all weekend. Gregory Heisler is in town and I get to spend the weekend with him. I’m excited to see how it turns out!

November 4 2011

Something different when every thing else seems the same.

November 3 2011

It may be getting colder but that sun is still shining. First snow fall tomorrow.

November 2 2011

The new bundle of joy, only a day old. Matthew is going to be very spoiled!

November 1 2011

Went to see the flames game tonight. Unfortunately, the flames didn’t show up for the game and ended up with a 5-1 loss. It was a sad day..