Karmen Meyer 2/5/18 Karmen Meyer 2/5/18

Could we really part with everything we have built?

Maybe it's because I was completely exhausted from a 6.5 hour red-eye flight with two children. Or perhaps it was the cute little off-the-grid cottage that we stayed at in Maui (pictures above!!). Or it could have even been the wonderful simplicity of living with only a bag full of clothes and toiletries. But after two weeks of travelling, when I stepped back into the home I adore, it suddenly felt HUGE and overwhelming. I turned to Brad and said, "I've never felt more ready to downsize"It's something that has loomed in the back of our minds for a while now. But the truth is, we absolutely love our home. We built it ourselves, planted the grass and trees. We love it here and have hundreds of little (and big) projects in mind to make it even better. But neither of us can seem to shake the feeling that we just don't need the extra space, the extra stuff, the extra costs.The idea of downsizing is sort of intoxicating. But will it actually be a positive forward step for our family? Or will it turn out that cute little homes are really only practical for a two week vacation? Have you ever toyed with idea of downsizing your home? Anyone actually done it?! I would love to hear your thoughts!Warmly,Karmen

Karmen Meyer 4/13/17 Karmen Meyer 4/13/17

Audrey's ALOHA (Moana) Birthday!

Oh my goodness, my heart is so full. Earlier this month, we celebrated our "big girl's" birthday! Our little Audrey has turned four and we are so happy that we were able to celebrate with so many of our family and friends. You guys are truly what made her day so darn special <3. And an extra special thanks goes out to my sis-in-law Alicia (www.thesmalldetails.ca) for helping make our Hawaiian party dreams come true!By now, you all probably know that I love making pretty things. So every birthday is basically an excuse to get creative! Combine that with the fact that my Sis-in-Law is a Party Planner and we. just. can't. be. stopped. Haha, seriously we just had way to much fun putting this all together.In case you are interested, I thought I would make a little list of my favourite things and where you can get them!Balloon Arch and Banners- The Small DetailsThe Ocean in a Bottle Craft! - This craft turned out so cute, and the kids really loved making them! I ordered the teensy little bottles off Amazon and the beads are a dollar store specials haha. ( If you are interested in detailed instruction on how to make them just let me know!)Confetti Balloons- The Small DetailsPin The Necklace on Moana- ETSY. This was HILAIOUS to watch. Turns our blindfolded, dizzy preschoolers are the funniest.Ocean Themed Water Sensory Table- You can pick up these non-toxic waterbeads at the dollarstore (in the craft section) and the kids go crazy for them every single time! I happened to have a bunch of plastic sea animals around the house that were a perfect addition.Cupcake Wrappers and Toppers - Ok seriously. How darn adorable were the pineapples and the little umbrellas. Alicia used her circuit wizardry to make them. SO GOOD! The Small DetailsI can't believe we have to wait until December to this again! If you have any questions just let me know.<3 Karmen

Karmen Meyer 3/3/11 Karmen Meyer 3/3/11

Mark & Christina | Edmonton and International Wedding Photographers

Yay! I am slowly following through on my promise to do more full wedding posts and I couldn't be more proud to share with you the wedding of Christina & Mark Makkinga today! Their wedding day was one of those perfect days you are praying for your entire engagement. The sun was shining, the air was warm, the wind lightly blew through the colorful fall foliage; gorgeous right? Yes, I felt truly blessed to be able share this gorgeous day with an amazing Bride and Groom. I cannot begin to describe how awesome it was to work with these two and their bridal party included. They put there complete faith in my abilities and we had an absolute blast shooting them from morning, well into the night! Check out the photos for yourself, aren't they a stunning couple?! Enjoy!!Truly,KarmenP.P.S. Don't forget check out there photobooth video!!!P.S. Thanks, as always, to Jo and Brendan!