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Childhood UnPlugged in Saskatchewan

October 17, 2017 By Kari 3 Comments

Childhood Unplugged-1It sure feels good to unplug, doesn’t it? Don’t get me wrong: I love social media, texting with friends, researching and writing on my laptop, and watching TV. But powering down not only feels like a deep breath in my soul, I feel it’s necessary for my mental health. Being a mom, I feel like I’m becoming more and more aware of the need to power down. I’m all for tech in our lives when used properly, but you have to create boundaries for yourself and your kids. We’re eager to raise our children to appreciate the value and necessity of technology, but enjoy it in moderation at the same time.

This is one of the many reasons why I love trips like ours to my parents place in The Middle of Nowhere, Saskatchewan. Days are spent outside (remember being a kid, and your parents simply telling you to be home for supper?). Meals are made with items from the garden, and afternoons are capped off reading a book on the deck with a glass of wine, soaking in those famous prairie sunsets. (Sometimes we take our wine to the old farm road for a viewing party.)

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Childhood Unplugged-4We ventured out at the end of August, which is such a lovely time to go because it’s harvest. Farmers are working around the clock in their fields (which is a dream for my little two-year-old who is all about tractors). We watched the farmers and the sunsets every day.

Childhood Unplugged-5One of the many special parts about the property my parents live on is the orchard. A hammock swings between two big, beautiful apple trees overlooking the rolling farmland. My mom uses the apples to whip up most delicious pies and applesauce.

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I loved watching Wyatt picking apples off the tree and vegetables from the garden and learning all about it. Mom and I made some homemade ketchup with the garden tomatoes- recipe here.

Childhood Unplugged-10Childhood Unplugged-11Childhood Unplugged-12Childhood Unplugged-13This time of year is also when my parents collect the honey from their bees. I was able to learn all about the process with my dad one afternoon. I promise you, this is the best honey you’ll ever taste. I’m still trying to get my parents to sell it online!

Childhood Unplugged-14My favourite part of an adventure like this is watching my boys. I see different sides of Wyatt’s personality come to the surface as he takes in so many new things. Our dog Moses is outside all day long and comes in with muddy feet from exploring the property. (No leash for almost two weeks. It feels good to be naked!)

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I feel pretty blessed our boys get to experience a place like this. Where do you like to unplug?

This is what my parents’ place is like in the winter. 

xx

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  1. Jacqui Koskie says

    October 17, 2017 at 8:55 am

    Great photos! Especially the one w Wyatt w Gary by the bale. And the one w Gramma D. Looks like you had a wonderful time!

    Reply
  2. Tom Easy says

    October 18, 2017 at 3:11 pm

    our prairie gal and family. Miss you Kari.Just wonderful pics !

    Reply
  3. Cindy Grabowecky says

    October 22, 2017 at 9:53 am

    Wonderful pics! It looks like a special place.

    Reply

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Lifestylist + Blogger: KariSkelton.com
Mom to Wyatt, Moses🐾 + Monroe🐾
Babe on the way! (06/22)
❤ @ryanjespersen
motherhood | style | recipes 👇

Kari Skelton | Motherhood Community
Favourite features of the Bugaboo Fox Three! (chec Favourite features of the Bugaboo Fox Three! (check my stories for a few places to shop this on sale today).

We love this new and improved all-terrain stroller. We're out for walks a few times a day - with the dogs, school runs, shopping, etc. This one fits the bill for all of it!

- so easy to maneuver. It's seriously the smoothest ride ever. 
- 4-wheel spring suspension and large puncture-proof wheels let you glide over bumps and tight turns without disturbing babe.
- customizable colours 
- the bassinet has a great ventilation system to help babe regulate their natural body temperature.

📍 Save this reel, share with a friend or to your stories to help someone else out & follow @kariskelton for more everything motherhood.

#bugaboousa_partner

@bugaboousa 
 

#stroller #strollerreview #strollers #babymusthaves #newbornmusthaves
#beststroller
the litte things are truly the big things. 😭 F the litte things are truly the big things. 😭

Feeling so grateful today. So much love to you and yours. ❤️🙏

Merry Christmas!
@ryanjespersen 
#siblinglove
Everyone is looking! I cannot believe it! 🤣 @bl Everyone is looking! I cannot believe it! 🤣 @blakeloates working her special magic again. ❄️

Last one is a video of Noah and SC - totally adorable. 🎅

Two weeks until the big day! 🎅❤️
#santapics
#firstsantapic #familychristmasphoto #familypjs
took a second, and a little reassurance from his b took a second, and a little reassurance from his big bro, but it looks like Noah enjoyed his first time meeting Santa. 🎅

Thank you to our friend, @blakeloates for another memorable Santa session! I'll share more this evening 🤗

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