• I’ve never been so on top of getting our holiday cards! Thanks to @minted, we are ready to send out these pretty, gold foiled cards to friends and fam! 🎄 I have LOTS and so I want to send 10 of you guys a Christmas card from us with ❤️ Just comment below and I’ll choose 10 of you at random to get something in your mailbox from us 🎁 #mintedholiday #lovethesousas
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    I’ve never been so on top of getting our holiday cards! Thanks to @minted, we are ready to send out these pretty, gold foiled cards to friends and fam! 🎄 I have LOTS and so I want to send 10 of you guys a Christmas card from us with ❤️ Just comment below and I’ll choose 10 of you at random to get something in your mailbox from us 🎁 #mintedholiday #lovethesousas
  • When we are together, we live for the moment and that’s what life really is all about, isn’t it? She’s still teaching me life’s most important lessons. We had a good cry together this morning after she forgot Roberto’s name and she told me she was scared about what’s to come. I felt incredibly helpless but just listened and told her she could tell me anything about how she was feeling anytime. She said that she’s never spoken to anybody about the way she feels about her disease and she doesn’t want to worry us, so she keeps it to herself. Navigating this is hard and this all feels very cruel and unfair. I am focusing on loving her so she can feel it, being as gentle as possible, and making suggestions as opposed to being authoritative - it’s important for her to feel a strong sense of independence. Love you always, Mom ❤️ #ouralzjourney
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    When we are together, we live for the moment and that’s what life really is all about, isn’t it? She’s still teaching me life’s most important lessons. We had a good cry together this morning after she forgot Roberto’s name and she told me she was scared about what’s to come. I felt incredibly helpless but just listened and told her she could tell me anything about how she was feeling anytime. She said that she’s never spoken to anybody about the way she feels about her disease and she doesn’t want to worry us, so she keeps it to herself. Navigating this is hard and this all feels very cruel and unfair. I am focusing on loving her so she can feel it, being as gentle as possible, and making suggestions as opposed to being authoritative - it’s important for her to feel a strong sense of independence. Love you always, Mom ❤️ #ouralzjourney
  • Our renovation is FINALLY done and I’m sharing all the photos, sources, and yes... what we spent!!! Guyyyys, swipe for the before and after! I can’t believe we lived with that kitchen for the better part of 5 years. Even though this isn’t our forever home, we really wanted a space that felt like US. When we bought this place, we made the decision to stay in the city and enjoy that lifestyle... which means a smaller space for more money lol BUT I think we’ve made the most of what we are working with! Lemme tell ya, I learned a lot, made mistakes (some more expensive than others, let’s just say I had to rip out the NEW dishwasher and replace it gah) but I’m super proud of the result! Soooo many more pics on the blog, link in profile 🙌🏻👏🏻 I can’t wait to hear what you think, and of course, leave any questions in the comments here!!! 😍
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    Our renovation is FINALLY done and I’m sharing all the photos, sources, and yes... what we spent!!! Guyyyys, swipe for the before and after! I can’t believe we lived with that kitchen for the better part of 5 years. Even though this isn’t our forever home, we really wanted a space that felt like US. When we bought this place, we made the decision to stay in the city and enjoy that lifestyle... which means a smaller space for more money lol BUT I think we’ve made the most of what we are working with! Lemme tell ya, I learned a lot, made mistakes (some more expensive than others, let’s just say I had to rip out the NEW dishwasher and replace it gah) but I’m super proud of the result! Soooo many more pics on the blog, link in profile 🙌🏻👏🏻 I can’t wait to hear what you think, and of course, leave any questions in the comments here!!! 😍
  • Trying to turn Roberto into an Instagram husband, one unnatural photo shoot at a time 🤪 Sources tagged because “a lot of you have asked” lol if you get it you get it 😂
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    Trying to turn Roberto into an Instagram husband, one unnatural photo shoot at a time 🤪 Sources tagged because “a lot of you have asked” lol if you get it you get it 😂
  • It’s still really difficult and strange to talk about, so bear with me as I feel things out, ok? My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s over a year ago, and it’s been HARD to know how to navigate this stage of our lives. We worry, we cry, we feel helpless and hopeless. The thing I want MOST is for her to feel respected, loved, cherished and important. The other day told me “I’ve had a pretty wonderful life”. I want the last years of her memory to be truly nurtured... ⁣ ⁣ I decided to start sending her love letters, newspaper articles and pictures at least once a month that she can read, re-read, and read again... they will help bring her comfort. She absolutely LOVED the first time I sent this to her and it made me recognize that meeting someone where THEY are is the greatest show of compassion. ⁣ ⁣ I realized that even though I may not know how to best support her, I needed to meet my mom where SHE is at as opposed to expecting her to meet me in my way of life... instead of prompting her to get back on email, learn how to finally use a cell phone to text, I could enrich her life doing it in her unique way. ⁣ ⁣ These letters are to show my mom her legacy, and for her to remember who she was, is, and will always be to her loved ones.⁣ ⁣ Family is everything. Squeeze them tighter today ❤️ #ouralzjourney
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    It’s still really difficult and strange to talk about, so bear with me as I feel things out, ok? My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s over a year ago, and it’s been HARD to know how to navigate this stage of our lives. We worry, we cry, we feel helpless and hopeless. The thing I want MOST is for her to feel respected, loved, cherished and important. The other day told me “I’ve had a pretty wonderful life”. I want the last years of her memory to be truly nurtured... ⁣ ⁣ I decided to start sending her love letters, newspaper articles and pictures at least once a month that she can read, re-read, and read again... they will help bring her comfort. She absolutely LOVED the first time I sent this to her and it made me recognize that meeting someone where THEY are is the greatest show of compassion. ⁣ ⁣ I realized that even though I may not know how to best support her, I needed to meet my mom where SHE is at as opposed to expecting her to meet me in my way of life... instead of prompting her to get back on email, learn how to finally use a cell phone to text, I could enrich her life doing it in her unique way. ⁣ ⁣ These letters are to show my mom her legacy, and for her to remember who she was, is, and will always be to her loved ones.⁣ ⁣ Family is everything. Squeeze them tighter today ❤️ #ouralzjourney
  • Shot my kitchen this week!!! It’s finally DONE! 💪🏽Cannot wait to walk you through very soon. It will be appearing in @vitadaily.ca’s November issue so I’ll keep you posted. I learned soooo much about the process and hand picked everything. Lucky it all went together ok ha! These custom corner shelves are one of my fave details. Little details like “how thick do you want them” or “spaced how far apart”... I really did wing it but it WORKED! 🤩 That little plate and rooster are both from a market in Portugal and I smile every time I see them there ❤️
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    Shot my kitchen this week!!! It’s finally DONE! 💪🏽Cannot wait to walk you through very soon. It will be appearing in @vitadaily.ca’s November issue so I’ll keep you posted. I learned soooo much about the process and hand picked everything. Lucky it all went together ok ha! These custom corner shelves are one of my fave details. Little details like “how thick do you want them” or “spaced how far apart”... I really did wing it but it WORKED! 🤩 That little plate and rooster are both from a market in Portugal and I smile every time I see them there ❤️
  • I love being her auntie and his wife ❤️
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    I love being her auntie and his wife ❤️
  • Yes he’s making fun of my pose, and yes I made him wear a matching romper to our family dinner. Thanksgiving strategy: wear the most comfortable outfit which is always one without a waistband 👋🏼
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    Yes he’s making fun of my pose, and yes I made him wear a matching romper to our family dinner. Thanksgiving strategy: wear the most comfortable outfit which is always one without a waistband 👋🏼
  • Guyyyys!!! Can you even?!? Ava on a cookie! @sprinkleandwhisk surprised me with a set of cookies that actually made me cry! Ok, yes, I’m more emotional than usual these days but still!!! That Portuguese tile pattern, too!!! 😭 Let this be a reminder that a sweet gesture can really make someone’s week! Also... how could I even eat them?! 🤷🏾‍♀️
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    Guyyyys!!! Can you even?!? Ava on a cookie! @sprinkleandwhisk surprised me with a set of cookies that actually made me cry! Ok, yes, I’m more emotional than usual these days but still!!! That Portuguese tile pattern, too!!! 😭 Let this be a reminder that a sweet gesture can really make someone’s week! Also... how could I even eat them?! 🤷🏾‍♀️
  • There are a few new faces around here and I thought it would be fun to do a fresh intro?! 👋🏼⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Well, hi! I’m Erin and I really don’t even know how to start - it’s so interesting to consider what defines who we are when we introduce ourselves, isn’t it?! I’m the owner of @sousacreativeco, and work with businesses to grow them via modern marketing! Content, photography, social and well, a lot more!!! I live with my hubs (who I met at Starbucks 15 years ago! Get to know him in my ROBERTO SAYS highlight 🥴) and pup in our downtown Vancouver condo! We’ve been working at getting (staying) pregnant for the last, goodness, 4 years. More on @makingbabysousa and in my BABY highlight. You can expect real talks (we get honest around here!), life, home, family and business content on my Insta! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⚡️SPEED ROUND!!!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 1. I feel most like myself when I make someone happy or someone laugh⁣⁣ 2. Big believer in downtime and un-glorifying the hustle⁣⁣ 3. I’m a true Leo in every way (good AND bad)⁣⁣ 4. I was raised by a single mom and am extremely close to my only sibling, my sis. I’m so proud to see so much of my mom in me as I get older!⁣⁣ 5. If you end a sentence in a text with a period, I’ll think you’re mad at me ⁣⁣ 6. I’m a total morning person and live for the first sip of coffee⁣⁣ 7. My home is my absolute fave place to be and we’ve been working on updating it!⁣⁣ 8. Ketchup chips would be part of my last meal⁣⁣ 9. I’ll always eventually lose my fave pair of sunglasses⁣⁣ 10. I would rather have 5 good friends than 100 so-so ones! Quality over quantity in every way...⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I also wanna say how extremely grateful I am for you guys!!! You have my BACK, and are the most supportive crew. I would so love to get to know you better OR know what you’re here for so drop a little something about YOU in the comments! 🙌🏻 (P.S: All the makeup I use is on my website and I’ve linked my beauty page in my bio) 💗⁣
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    There are a few new faces around here and I thought it would be fun to do a fresh intro?! 👋🏼⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Well, hi! I’m Erin and I really don’t even know how to start - it’s so interesting to consider what defines who we are when we introduce ourselves, isn’t it?! I’m the owner of @sousacreativeco, and work with businesses to grow them via modern marketing! Content, photography, social and well, a lot more!!! I live with my hubs (who I met at Starbucks 15 years ago! Get to know him in my ROBERTO SAYS highlight 🥴) and pup in our downtown Vancouver condo! We’ve been working at getting (staying) pregnant for the last, goodness, 4 years. More on @makingbabysousa and in my BABY highlight. You can expect real talks (we get honest around here!), life, home, family and business content on my Insta! ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ ⚡️SPEED ROUND!!!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ 1. I feel most like myself when I make someone happy or someone laugh⁣⁣ 2. Big believer in downtime and un-glorifying the hustle⁣⁣ 3. I’m a true Leo in every way (good AND bad)⁣⁣ 4. I was raised by a single mom and am extremely close to my only sibling, my sis. I’m so proud to see so much of my mom in me as I get older!⁣⁣ 5. If you end a sentence in a text with a period, I’ll think you’re mad at me ⁣⁣ 6. I’m a total morning person and live for the first sip of coffee⁣⁣ 7. My home is my absolute fave place to be and we’ve been working on updating it!⁣⁣ 8. Ketchup chips would be part of my last meal⁣⁣ 9. I’ll always eventually lose my fave pair of sunglasses⁣⁣ 10. I would rather have 5 good friends than 100 so-so ones! Quality over quantity in every way...⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I also wanna say how extremely grateful I am for you guys!!! You have my BACK, and are the most supportive crew. I would so love to get to know you better OR know what you’re here for so drop a little something about YOU in the comments! 🙌🏻 (P.S: All the makeup I use is on my website and I’ve linked my beauty page in my bio) 💗⁣