My Lakeside Home

We moved to Invermere, British Columbia thirty years ago, and have never looked back. The iconic Sinclair Canyon marks the entrance to our magical mountain valley.

A Christmas medley of milestones and memories — plus one mouth-watering holiday recipe.

Shopping for thrifted treasures is my favourite form of relaxation. Here are ten great finds that I enjoy every day, including this striped Hudson Bay trading blanket.

My lovely home office is second to none, so here I share some photos of the writing space that inspires me every day.

When I wanted to salvage a wrecked log cabin and bring it home, my husband thought I was off my rocker! Now it’s a charming addition to our acreage, and a perfect home for my favourite Canadiana collectables.

Glimmers is a new term, referring to those brief moments in your day that spark a sense of joy, but often pass by without notice. I’m making a conscious effort to recognize the glimmers that light up my life, beginning with the sunrise.

I mail my Christmas letter to about fifty friends and family members. This year I decided to share it with everyone who subscribes to Letters From Windermere. Thank you so much for your support, and Merry Christmas to all!

I find so many goodies in my mailbox, both physical and virtual, that I wanted to share some of them with you. For safekeeping, I place all my cards, letters, and emails in this bulging binder.

Art From the Attic was a great fundraiser, and so much fun to organize! I helped Windermere Elementary School earn money for a new playground by selling donated art that folks had gathering dust in their closets. Here’s how we did it.

What would YOU save in a fire? The forest fire smoke hanging over our heads here in southeastern British Columbia is a constant reminder that the worst could happen, although everyone is vulnerable to house fires. Here’s a handy guide to help you plan in advance.