Living DL

Good morning Tuesday. A little piece of a little peace. It’s time to live the day . . . #wakeup #life #shifthappens #liveit #loveit #sillouette #nature #nurture #sunrise #geese #ottawariver #myottawa #mybackyard #riverlife #riseandshine #livingdl

Oh! And this glow! #nofilter . . . This past weekend was nice in our neighbours pop up tent. A decade old but was dry and cozy in there with the heater and the worn away lining combined with the red outer and super bright and sunny day made for an awesome ambiance... It was so peaceful and very cool while it lasted and I loved it in there ... . . . #simplethings #glow #funoutside #fisherwoman #enjoylife #meditation #manywaystomeditate #lifeoutdoors #activelifestyle #livingdl See more

Mid-week dreams of ice-fishing on mild days Photo credit to my eldest, C . . . We took up recreational ice fishing with the family a couple years ago. It was fun but we were out so little that we never had a bite. This past winter with way more home time we’ve been able to enjoy all that the frozen river has to offer more than ever before and have an even deeper appreciation for where we live. The pike pictured is my biggest so catch so far It’s safe to... say that ice fishing is now on my list of favourite winter activities . . . #ottawariver #canada #icefishing #2021 #clearskies #nominoudesigns @nominoudesigns #yogamom #outdoorfamily #momsofinstagram #outdoors #outdooradventures #outdoorlife #livingdl See more

Here fishy fishy fishy . . . It was so beautiful sitting out with the big fluffy snowflakes slowly falling from the sky. Peace and quiet on the river ... . . . Drop seat for the win #teatime #fisherman #icefishing #dsg @dsgfish @dsghunt #yesterday #snowfall #riverlife #ottawariver #winter #winterwonderland #livingdl See more

Fuel for the children . . . Having these little boxes help motivate my lunch game. Much better than a bunch of little separate containers with lids for days. Coupled with a big bottle of H2O and a little bottle of chocolate oat milk and the kids be like ... . . . #momlife #tipsandtricks #lunchbox @thermosbrand #healthyeating #school #litterlesslunch #foodstagram #livingdl See more

Lunches everyday . . . I would sometimes dread having to make school lunches, but since getting these food containers (opposed to using smaller containers for each item) it’s actually pretty fun I now understand all the hype about bento boxes ... . . . And dreading putting together lunches when you have a full fridge shouldn’t be a thing. I feel blessed that we have food to fill the containers. Some aren’t as fortunate . . . #littlewins #lunchtime #momof4 #lunch #kidsfood #nutrition #fuelyourbody #veggies #fruit #blessed #thermos @thermosbrand #sistema @sistemaplastics #momlife #livingdl See more

A special sunrise to honour the beauty of reflection . . . I’ve heard the saying don’t look back, you’re not going that way, and as I do understand it I know our past is important. It is a part of us. Honouring our past as steps in our winding personal journey, whether they be steps in bliss or steps in hardship, help form a sense of gratitude for how far we’ve come and how far we have yet to come. And when we realize that gratitude doesn’t equal joy, even in our hardship...s we can take salus in finding our gratitude and reviling in it. This gratitude for ourself as a whole is what helps us look forward. May we all use our stepping stones to continue forward into our beautiful future. . . . #lifelessons #sunrise #riverlife #gratitude #everyday #kindness #reflection #respect #happybirthdaysister #selflovejourney #livingdl See more

There’s a special kind of peace I find when on the water. I know I’m not the only one . Joey Hitchins .... . . Stay safe out there as the temps continue to dropalways plan ahead and wear appropriate gear for the conditions. Even on warm days the water can be devastatingly cold And make sure to leave your trip plan with someone on shore. A public service announcement with love from the Ottawa River, Whitewater Region, Canada . . . A perpetual thanks to Rekord Marine and Gul Performance Apparel for helping keep me warm on the water. Having the flexibility to extend my paddling season helps with a wide spectrum of my health. It keeps me fit in mind, body and spirit. It’s always been an integral part of my being since I was a child and I am forever grateful for having it so close to home . . . #lifeasweknowit #SUP #withlove #paddleboarding #moments #paddle #mompreneur #autoimmunedisease #coldwater #recovery #canada #wellness #riverlife #liveyourbestlife #liveyourlife #livethelittlethings #livingdl See more

Life . . . That blessed feeling of choosing happiness. I am thankful for my family and friends, no matter the time that has passed while a part, know I wish you well . This life that I’ve been navigating has brought me to so many beautiful and heart filling moments. This enchanted outdoor area that we have worked for and are fortunate to call home is full of a proud and supportive community which I am forever grateful. I wish for everyone to have a safe and Happy ...Thanksgiving in this year none of us will soon forget. . . . #happythanksgivng #thanksgiving2020 #thankyou #forallthatyoudo #forallthatyouare #youarebeautiful #livingdl See more

Because sometimes we need to slowdown ... . . . Find a safe, quiet space to sit or lay. Relaxing your face and eyes take a slow and full inhale and slow and full exhale. Make sure to push every last bit of breath hiding in the depths of the lungs out, making room for new air. Let each breath lengthen from the last. Feel each breath slow and steady from one breath to the next. Filling the lungs completely, notice a gentle pause at the top of the full inhale, holding the brea...th before letting the breath slowly leave the body. Let any tension in the head and mind melt away from your body. Let it go. . . . Whether it’s time made for one purposeful breath or one-hundred. Take time to listen to and notice you yourself in the moment . . . #breathe #mindfulness #iloveyou #youarebeautiful #youareenough #youarenotalone #yoga #community #selflove #practice #livingdl See more