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Black Lives Matter.⠀ ⠀ I've taken some time to

Black Lives Matter.⠀ ⠀ I've taken some time to collect my thoughts until late last night. I've been outraged, angry, fed up, and then incredibly and deeply saddened with the state of the world. ⠀ ⠀ What makes me even angrier is that the marginalization of the black community and of minorities is not new. It is now being recorded for the world to see.⠀ ⠀ I haven't had the heart to watch the murder of George Floyd. I know how it ends. Police brutality has been happening for too long. ⠀ ⠀ 𝑰'𝒍𝒍 𝒔𝒂𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔: 𝑵𝒐 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒅𝒖𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒏.⠀ ⠀ 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗢𝗗.⠀ ⠀ My husband and I are visible minorities. We have mixed-race children. Discrimination is something that we've experienced and my girls have experienced since birth. We are respectful yet cautious with authority and police officers, we get followed around while we shop, we get told to go back to our country & more. I don't say this for sympathy but because even while experiencing this, I know that we still have more privilege than those with darker skin. ⠀ ⠀ A traffic stop can mean not living to see tomorrow for a member of the black community.⠀ ⠀ It is not right. ⠀ ⠀ Racism is unacceptable, plain and simple. That's why it's up to every single person to speak up against it. ⠀ ⠀ To acknowledge there is a huge problem. Stop making excuses for people in your life who still think black lives have less worth. I know it's hard to speak up against loved ones and friends but, there is power in numbers. The more you stand up and become an ally for POC, the less those who feel they have the power to discriminate will become silent.⠀ ⠀ Don't turn away because this problem doesn't affect you. ⠀ ⠀ Let's teach our kids to see colour. To understand their privilege. To not fear what is different.⠀ ⠀ While cities burn, don't focus on the rioting but instead, focus on the reason 𝙬𝙝𝙮 they are.⠀ ⠀ Enough is enough.⠀ ⠀ My black friends, colleagues & community, I stand with you.

'No Speaking Moistly.'⠀ ⠀ Ugh, what a terrible

'No Speaking Moistly.'⠀ ⠀ Ugh, what a terrible image. -Justin Trudeau 😂⠀ ⠀ Ending yet another busy week at home and I'm balancing my chakras whilst burning my new candle from @whiskeyjackboutique. ⠀ ⠀ Smells like maple pecan in here and I love it! 😋⠀ ⠀ Once I saw it, I needed to have it.⠀ ⠀ I've been obsessed with the song they made after the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau said it on one of his daily updates. If you haven't seen the remix, look up 'speaking moistly' on YouTube.⠀ ⠀ Cracks me up.⠀ ⠀ This weekend we are finally really going in on our garden and I can't wait to make the backyard beautiful. Especially since we will be spending tons of time out there this summer. ⠀ ⠀ Truthfully, I have a heavy heart with all the madness and injustices happening in the world right now. It is at the top of my mind as we head into the weekend.⠀ ⠀ What are your plans for this weekend?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #lighterscandlecompany #coronavirus #canadianmade #quotecandles #quarantinecandles #nospeakingmoistly #speakingmoistly #canadianjokes #funnycandles #handmadecandles #shopsmall #smallbusiness #madeincanada #canadianmade #canadaeh #supportlocal #buylocal #windsorontario #yqg #downtownwindsor #handmadegoods #femaleentrepreneurs #creativehappylife #creativityfound #supportmamatribe #liveauthentic #whispersinspire #livefullyalive #withintheordinary #yourlifeunscripted

'Happiness is take-out & a good slice of cheesecak

'Happiness is take-out & a good slice of cheesecake.' 😋⠀ ⠀ ⚡DOUBLE TAP if you can RELATE⚡⠀ ⠀ And this Biscoff Cheesecake from @souqyqg definitely induces lots of happiness. The best part? They deliver too! I think it's safe to say that today was a good day. ⠀ ⠀ Making 3 square meals and 26 snacks a day can get tiresome, am I right?⠀ ⠀ What's the best thing you've ordered locally? ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #gifted #biscoffcheesecake #biscoffcookies #souqyqg #yqg #windsorontario #shoplocalbusiness #localdelivery #localsupportinglocal #dinelocal #killcovidnotsmallbiz #supportyourcommunity #cheesecakelovers #cheesecaketime #biscoffcake #mamahoodinsquares #motherhoodthroughig #whispersinspire #quarantineparenting #quarantineschool #pandemicparenting #quarantinedwithkids #candidchildhood #theheartcaptured #darlingmovement #dailyparenting #documentlife #momentsinmotherhood #habitandhome #holdthemoments

⚡DOUBLE TAP if you got OUTSIDE this WEEKEND!⚡🙋🏽‍♀️⠀ ⠀ We got out there, enjoyed the sun and even relished in the rain we had too.⠀ ⠀ Anyone else just love the smell and sound of rain? 🌧⠀ ⠀ We even had a little excitement in our neighbourhood with a huge raccoon walking around in broad daylight. Apparently it's the season for rabies but, it got sorted. 😬🦝⠀ ⠀ I even treated myself to some goodies from a local boutique. Then we took a drive out to the county to pick up some plants for the house and the girls got little succulents. ⠀ ⠀ Other than that, we BBQ'd some good eats and had a bonfire. ⠀ ⠀ It's been a joy to start seeing some warm weather. There's nothing like getting outside, getting dirty, and just being a kid.⠀ ⠀ Thank goodness for the trampoline though--we always have some good times on it! It's been a great distraction these long days of quarantine.⠀ ⠀ Even if it's just to chill, lay back and take in the day.⠀ ⠀ How's your long weekend going?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀⠀ #motherhoodisdarling #motherhoodintheraw #lifewithlittles #yqg #mamahoodinsquares #motherhoodthroughig #raisingtinyhumans #quarantineparenting #quarantineschool #pandemicparenting #quarantinedwithkids #mommotivation #thesearethedays #windsor⠀⠀ #happymomsnaps #covidparenting #quarantinemom #momentsofmine #acupofmotherhood #creativehappylife #creativityfound #inspiremyinstagram #supportmamatribe #liveauthentic #liveintentional #livefullyalive #withintheordinary #yourlifeunscripted #springfreetrampoline #trampolinefun

Being home has given me more time to do more thing

Being home has given me more time to do more things that I enjoy. It's even sparked some creativity in me to get my hands dirty. ⠀ ⠀ It's been a long time!⠀ ⠀ Don't get me wrong, I still have my days where I have no desire to do a single thing. ⠀ ⠀ In the last few days though, I've been sanding, staining, painting and refurbishing furniture.⠀ ⠀ I'm loving it.⠀ ⠀ I shared the before of Mimi's dresser in my stories, you can also see it in my 'Quarantine' highlights if you missed it.⠀ ⠀ Here's the after!⠀ ⠀ ➡ SWIPE TO SEE THE RESULTS 👉🏽⠀ ⠀ How did I do? 💁🏽‍♀️⠀ ⠀ What has been keeping you busy lately?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #refurbishingfurniture #refurbishedfurniture #repurposedfurniture #refinishedfurniture #furnituremakeover #paintedfurniturelove #furnitureflip #chalkpaintedfurniture #uniquefurniture #diyfurnituremakeover #upcycledfurniture #furniturepainting #mystylepainted #imadeitlovelyagain #recycledfurniture #chalkpaintedfurniture #reclaimedwoodfurniture #whispersinspire #yqg #quarantinediy #quarantineprojects #pandemicprojects #momentsofmine #creativehappylife #creativityfound #inspiremyinstagram #liveauthentic #liveintentional #withintheordinary #yourlifeunscripted

⚡DOUBLE TAP if you LOVE chocolate!⚡🍫⠀⠀

⚡DOUBLE TAP if you LOVE chocolate!⚡🍫⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Life is better with chocolate, right?⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ For me, it's one of the things that I will never give up. Many of you know that I've been on @ww (I'm #teamblue 💙) and have been loving the balance it's helped me rediscover. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ I stumbled on @imbuilt bars and I am SHOOK. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ S H O O K.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ I was working in the office and chomping into my sweet pick-me-up and thought I'd share something that has rocked my socks.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ I had heard lots about them and whilst online shopping, I decided to 'add to cart' as they are point-friendly and macro-friendly. 3 to 4 points y'all. Depending on the flavor! 😄⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ They're made of real chocolate though, soooo... you know I had to try them. Plus, they start at 110 cals, have up to 21 grams of protein and low sugar too. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Like, how?⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ They taste so good and they don't leave that gross protein flavor in your mouth. I thought I'd share because I legit am over the moon. 😋⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ✨MY TOP PICKS✨⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ 1️⃣ Coconut Almond (tastes like Almond Joy or Bounty) 🤤⠀⠀ 2️⃣ Peanut Butter⠀⠀ 3️⃣ Salted Caramel Chocolate⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ They have tons more though. If you want to get $10 off your FIRST order then 10% off next time if you love them and want more. Which is what happened to me. Click the LINK in BIO or use my code 'whispersinspire' at checkout. ⠀ ⠀ http://share.builtbar.com/whispersinspire⠀ ⠀ Let me know if you try them!⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Do you like protein bars? 🙋🏽‍♀️⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ #builtbarambassador #builtbar #builtbardiscount #builtbarpromocode #weightwatchersfriendly #weightwatchersdesserts #wwjourney #wwfooddiary #wwfood #weightwatchersjourney #wwlife #wwblueplan #wwsmartpoints #wwfood #livesimply #inspiremyinstagram #pursuewhatislovely #motherhoodintheraw #realmoms #builtbarcanada #farmhousestyledecor #farmhouseoffice #farmhouseinspired #farmhousefeelsgood #whispersinspire #chocolateloversclub #chocolateloversdream #chocolateloversonly #ygq

Give yourself a little grace...💕⠀ ⠀ This li

Give yourself a little grace...💕⠀ ⠀ This little face is one of the best parts of waking up every morning. It's one of the biggest blessings of being home. ⠀ ⠀ I'll be honest. I've maintained my composure as much as possible since this all began. ⠀ ⠀ But, it's overwhelming.⠀ ⠀ With distance learning (it's not easy), attempting to keep the kids entertained, trying to avoid placing misplaced feelings and keeping some sense of normalcy is tough. 🤦🏽‍♀️⠀ ⠀ It's easy to find guilt in all of it too.⠀ ⠀ We try to find the positives in everything that is happening. My dear husband always reminds me to take it one day at a time. ⠀ ⠀ Seriously, he and Gabby are my rocks and they keep me grounded.⠀ ⠀ I've been doing my best, though sometimes I feel I should try harder. It's that little voice that I'm working to ignore. ⠀ ⠀ I'm actively trying to give the kids a little bit of grace and myself some too. ⠀ ⠀ We need it. ⠀ ⠀ I am shifting my focus and I am grateful for great teachers who genuinely care.⠀ ⠀ While, yes, schooling is important, I am going to focus on making happy memories. We have been given the gift of time and I want them to look back and see how much they were loved, the happy moments we spent together, and that we got through this as a unit.⠀ ⠀ We all have our days when we feel we aren't doing enough. ⠀ ⠀ If you are feeling this way, just remember to give yourself a little grace...⠀ ⠀ The same grace you extend to others.⠀ ⠀ Try again tomorrow.⠀ ⠀ What is one thing that you're grateful for during your time at home?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #motherhoodisdarling #motherhoodintheraw #lifewithlittles #yqg #mamahoodinsquares #motherhoodthroughig #raisingtinyhumans #quarantineparenting #quarantineschool #pandemicparenting #quarantinedwithkids #quarantinehomeschool #thesearethedays #windsor⠀ #covidhomeschool #covidparenting #quarantinemom #momentsofmine #happylife #creativehappylife #creativityfound #inspiremyinstagram #dontquityourdaydream #liveauthentic #liveintentional #livefullyalive #withintheordinary #yourlifeunscripted

'Life is a balance of holding on & letting go.' ✨⠀ ⠀ So, I'm having the daggone cookie, periodt.⠀ ⠀ Over the last year, I've been able to find balance and it's been a godsend. It's helped me to feed and nourish my body, mind, and soul. ⠀ ⠀ I'm much healthier because of it. 💁🏽‍♀️⠀ ⠀ I enjoyed this 'The G.O.A.T.' @colossalcookieco cookie (big shout out to @demarcosfinefoods for carrying them and hooking it up) and I did it without a single ounce of guilt.⠀ ⠀ Life is all about finding balance and sustainability. ⠀ ⠀ In all aspects. ⠀ ⠀ For that reason, I'm eating cookies with my kids, holding on to moments that make me happy, making memories, laughing so hard our bellies hurt, being silly, creating new inside jokes, and letting go of all the negative connotations we are brought up to believe about doing what makes us happy.⠀ ⠀ Before I'd have felt a twinge of guilt and now, I enjoy the simple things in life.⠀ ⠀ Sometimes, that means it's in the form of chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, and organic pecans. ⠀ ⠀ OMG, baked in a toaster oven and topped with frozen yogurt, fuhgeddaboudit. 🍪⠀ ⠀ What is something that you've let go of lately that has made your life better?⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #chocolatechipcookie #livesimply #inspiremyinstagram #pursuewhatislovely #motherhoodisdarling #motherhoodintheraw #lifewithlittles #yqg #mamahoodinsquares #motherhoodthroughig #raisingtinyhumans #quarantineparenting #pandemicparenting #quarantinedwithkids⠀⠀ #covidparenting #quarantinemom #colossalcookieco #cookieporn #cookielover #bakedfromscratch #bakestagram #dessertphotography #sweettreat #locallove #localbusiness #shopsmallbusiness #suportlocal #supportlocalbusiness #lovelocal #buylocal

⚡Quarantine haircuts? 💇🏽‍♀️💈⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ ➡SWIPE TO SEE MINE➡⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Well, here's the truth. I've been cutting my husband's hair for years. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ For myself, on the other hand, I've never attempted it until, well, now. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ My ends were split and I needed a trim before quarantine happened so, a couple of YouTube videos later and with scissors in hand, I snipped away. ✂😲⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Mind you, I was pretty conservative in how much I snipped off, I'd say about an inch or so. I still need to trim more off but, it's slightly uneven (or a lot 🤣) and I'm gonna need my stylist to fix it and cut the rest off. ⠀ ⠀⠀ But, hey... Carole Baskins made me do it! 👩🏽🐅⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Oddly enough, today is National Hairstylists Appreciation Day and I'm definitely missing her skills right now. ⠀ ⠀ My roots though.⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ It's not as bad but, I don't think I'll be trying it again. ⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Luckily, my husband still has his stylist through this quarantine. Though, I can't believe he puts up with my crazy antics. 😁⠀⠀ ⠀⠀ Have you given yourself or a loved one a quarantine cut?⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ #yqg #mamahoodinsquares #motherhoodthroughig #raisingtinyhumans #quarantineparenting #whispersinspire #momentsofmine #happylife #creativehappylife #creativityfound #inspiremyinstagram #dontquityourdaydream #liveauthentic #liveintentional #livefullyalive #withintheordinary #yourlifeunscripted #nationalhairstylistappreciationday #livesimply #homehaircut #quarantinecut #quarantinecuts #coronacuts #quarantinehair #cutmyownhair #covidcuts #diyhaircut #covidhaircut #needahaircut #quarantinehaircut

'To do what nobody else will do in a way that nobo

'To do what nobody else will do in a way that nobody else can.' 👩🏽‍⚕️💙⠀ ⠀ The girls, Darasak & I want to take time to thank my sister @susana_p and all the amazing staff she works with for being healthcare heroes. ⠀ ⠀ I had the honour to work with my sister for many years in long-term care. I can say that she is incredibly compassionate, caring, and treats anyone that is placed under her care with warmth and empathy.⠀ ⠀ The team at her workplace is doing their best and I know firsthand they are great at what they do.⠀ ⠀ Despite LTC being understaffed and underfunded, they go to work every day to take care of our most vulnerable. ⠀ ⠀ We haven't been able to see her since this all began and we miss her terribly. She is like my girls' second mom and it's a loss we feel every day. Just like we miss my brother and parents too. 💙⠀ ⠀ A big thank you goes out to Katie, an amazing nurse who works with her for giving my girls the chance to thank their aunt. They have a board at work with pictures of loved ones so that the staff are able to see them every day. ⠀ ⠀ To all the healthcare heroes out there in hospitals and long-term care that are taking care of everyone's loved ones, thank you.⠀ ⠀ To all housekeeping and activities staff, thank you.⠀ ⠀ To all frontline and essential workers-- from the bottom of our hearts, thank you.⠀ ⠀ We will continue to stay home for you. 🙏🏽⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #healthheroes #psws #frontlineheroes #supportfrontlineworkers #frontliners #healthcareworkers #healthcareheroes #nursesrock #thankyouhealthcareworkers #thankyouessentialworkers #thankahealthcareworker #yqg #mamahoodinsquares #motherhoodthroughig #raisingtinyhumans #quarantineparenting #whispersinspire #momentsofmine #happylife #creativehappylife #creativityfound #inspiremyinstagram #dontquityourdaydream #liveauthentic #liveintentional #livefullyalive #withintheordinary #yourlifeunscripted #momentsweadore #livesimply

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