Baubee Lake

The Malczewski clan has hit the road again! Where to you ask? Off to Aunty Dani and Uncle Schmick’s little piece of paradise! This time, we had Suki in tow. She’d never let us live it down if we went to a cabin without her!

We headed out on a sunny Saturday afternoon along with Aunty Dani. Uncle Schmick was already cozied up, fire roaring, in the cabin found just over the Ontario boarder on Baubee Lake. This getaway like no other boasts a gorgeous view of the lake, whether you are sitting in the varanda or on the dock at the water’s edge.

Suki had a taste of heaven while taking a dip in the lake anytime we weren’t watching her, obsessing over her ball and drinking in all the glorious smells around her. “Sniff, sniff, sniff. Mmmm, wild flowers! Oooo, mud! Weird, a 2 seated biffy?! Uh-oh, I think a bear is close by… better disguise my pee and cover it up!”

Ashton quite enjoyed himself as well! Unfortunately it was on the chillier side that weekend so we only went outside for short bursts of time. But we sure had a great time playing with all his toys, exploring the rustic cabin, and bundling up for the delicious home cooked meals in the varanda. On a side note, THANK YOU AUNTY DANI FOR THE MIND BLOWING, MOUTH WATERING, VISUALLY TANTALIZING MEALS!!!!!

Aunty Dani has become quite the outdoors woman! She was digging biffy holes, hiking the various trails and chopping wood for the wood burning stove, and keeping us toasty inside by manning the fire (with the help of Uncle Schmick of course).

At night, we enjoyed some adult time eating home-made salsa, listening to the wildlife outside, giggling and getting silly over a few beers and Irish coffee, all under the dim and calming candle light.

Ashton was so pooped by the end of the weekend's festivities, that he passes right out on the car ride home.

It was an amazing weekend, spent with fantastic loveable people. Thank you my friends for opening your Utopia to our family! We appreciated it soooo much!!  We love you!!!

Family Day in the Park

In the attempt to spend some good, fun, family time together, Ken and I started “Family Day”. We vowed to put aside a day each week to enjoy each other and spend time AWAY from the house. There will be no house cleaning, no house renovations, no talk of house renovations, just appreciating the blessings we have in one another.

Our very first official Family Day, we decided to go to Assinaboine Park. As some of you may know, Ash has developed a love for trains, so we keep enhancing the experience each time. His first taste of choo-choo fever was his little battery operated toys that could, second time was on an electric train ride at the Stonewall Quarry Days. This occasion we stepped it up and brought him on a one of a kind steam train. Next up? Maybe we’ll take a ride on the Prairie Dog Central!

After our railway adventure, we headed to the Winnipeg Zoo. There we saw animals of all kinds. Kangaroos, reindeer, zebras, storks, lions, tigers, vultures, owls, peacocks, and many more!!!  By the end of thetour, Ashton pooped right out and fell fast asleep in his comfy stroller.

So we decided to call it a day and head home to spend some time with our loveable little gal, Suki. She was more than happy to see us and was overjoyed to spend some time in her very own yard under the warm and shining sun. We ended the day on a good note with tickles, and giggles and growling.

To all the families out there, take my word for it and set aside a special day to enjoy what life has handed you. I can’t thank the lord enough for giving me all these wonderful gifts…

Twin Beaches Vacation

In an attempt to give Ken space and time to work on our master bedroom renovation, I packed up Ashton and headed out to Twin Beaches to visit Nana and Amanda. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t the greatest which kept us indoors, but we had a great visit regardless. Ashton got a taste of what kicking back at the lake was like, and got to explore every inch of Nana’s home away from home.

We got to laugh, play and be silly…

Ash was lucky to have Amanda read to him…

We enjoyed delicious meals and snacks…

I got some time to myself on the beach while Ash napped…

We drank up the glorious view…

And best of all, we spent some quality time with the woman who married the man Ash was named after, NANA!!

Thank you, Nana for the wonderful visit. We had a spectacular time. When we returned home, we were greeted with hugs and kisses from Ken (aka. daddy) and a partially demolished master bedroom. (Sigh) One step at a time…