Will I See You in 2012?
01/21/2012Next week I’m in Vegas for 3 days, Jan 24 – 26 participating in an effective facilitators workshop.
Then February 3 & 4 I’m in Seattle for Blogshop. I’m going to learn Photoshop so get ready, the images on my blog will start looking more interesting and then I’ll also have the ability to erase all the wrinkles on my face, hehe.
This is the 4th year I have publicly listed my goals on my blog and it’s really interesting to look back and see how the year went every time I write this post. So here is the review from last year, lets see how I did:
1. The top of my list this year is a complete revamp of my blog and website. I’m switching to WordPress so that my blog, website, twitter and facebook fan page are all together in one place. I had to find a big checkmark for this goal because it most certainly happened and let me tell you, it was a lot of work! And you are looking at my new site right now, here was the header from the old one:
Before I can even begin to talk about goals and accomplishments for 2012 there’s something (okay 2 things) I need to say first. It’s something I seriously need to work on and here it is. I am mostly always anxious. Some people would say it’s because of my astrological sign. I am a Gemini and am always in my head analyzing everything. And I would say that is true. But whatever it is, it drives me crazy. I’m always worried that I’m not working hard enough, fast enough, and smart enough to make my business grow faster and the worst part is I compare myself to other people (anyone else do this?).
Happy New Year from Big White
12/31/2011Okay, we’re here and it’s the first time I have been on skis for over 10 years – eeeek! This photo is taken from our Apres Ski spot where we had the most awesome veggie falafels and salad for a snack at the end of the day. I was scared today when I got on…
Finnish Karjalan Piirakka from My Mom
12/04/2011This morning all three of my nephews were at breakfast with Santa at the local community center. Earlier in the week when William found out this was our Saturday event he was really impressed that Santa was coming to their village just to see the kids! Photos by Maria Killam Okay, the reason I posted this…
Vacation = Naps
11/17/2011I love to nap on vacation. It’s what I’m about to do next. pinterest I have a client with a den that is just big enough for two chaise lounges. I think doing something like this would be the ultimate in luxury and most certainly the perfect napping place! Pinterest Then we would just need a…
Where is Your Favourite Vacation Spot?
11/11/2011I stayed here at the Westin Los Cabos in Mexico a few years ago when I did a Wisdom Vacation Course with Landmark Education. It was one of the best vacations I ever had and every time I am somewhere and just want to be still and try to be present (try being the…
Colour Me Happy is Three Years Old!
10/31/2011When Elizabeth and Bill were looking at homes in their neighbourhood, the Real Estate Agent told them that Halloween was fun here because everyone gets right into it. It’s the most fun Halloween I’ve ever had running around with William and Markus and a small but very important ladybug, Isabella (daughter of Elizabeth’s friend Crystal)….
Five Stylish Picks by “You Look Fab”
10/30/2011Elizabeth and I spent the day shopping with Angie Saturday and had an amazing time! These are some of the clothes we found: J. Crew Love this blazer. Angie and I debated on the gray and cream one vs the black and charcoal combination and she said this would be the best with all the…
Top Five Fashion Tips from My Stylist
10/23/2011Anyone that has followed my blog for a while knows that I have a stylist. My sister Elizabeth and I are going to Seattle next weekend and we’ll be spending a few hours on Saturday shopping with Angie from You Look Fab. I have shopped with Angie for three seasons now and she has taken my…
Thanksgiving in the Country
10/09/2011We are here in Yarrow for Thanksgiving at my sister’s/mom’s farm. And I have a few pics from my mom’s carriage house to show you. My mom has a lot of hand painted rocks by one of her best friends. This one is at the front door. Markus and William September 30 was the day…
Meet my New Design Associate
08/03/2011pinterest Irene Hill attended my True Colour Expert Workshop this past June in Vancouver. We clicked immediately and I was thrilled to hear she lived in Langley (just a short 1/2 hour drive from me). Irene is a very talented designer who has done everything from staging to complete home renovations. Irene Hill She has…
Preselecting with Angie at You Look Fab
07/16/2011Angie Cox from You Look Fab Last Friday I spent the morning with Angie from You Look Fab pre-selecting for fall prior to the Anniversary sale. Here are a few of the items I found: Franco Sarto I have been looking for this pair of ballet flats ever since I saw Traci Zeller in her…
Nordstrom and You Look Fab
07/08/2011flickr Tomorrow I’m getting up at the crack of dawn and driving down to Seattle to pre-select at Nordstrom for fall with my stylist Angie from You Look Fab. It’s a great opportunity to get some fabulous fall items at 40% – 60% off. So instead of paying $600 for these Stuart Weitzman boots last…
Why I’m in Vegas this Weekend
07/02/2011Two weeks ago my sister Elizabeth said. “Let’s get out of the worst rainy spring/summer ever in Vancouver for my birthday and go to Vegas”. So here we are, along with my two adorable nephews! source The following is for anyone that lives in the rainforest of Vancouver and Seattle. The rest of you can…
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