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See Our Old Townhouse, Decorated by the New Owners!
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / February 4, 2016
Real Estate

See Our Old Townhouse, Decorated by the New Owners!

Last fall I was outside on the deck, making my evergreen wreath, when Hubby called me from work to excitedly tell me that our former townhouse was for sale.  It…

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Our DIY Painted Bowls + A Gift Idea for a Kid Who Has Everything
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / December 18, 2015
Kid's Crafts

Our DIY Painted Bowls + A Gift Idea for a Kid Who Has Everything

My city is currently renovating the marina and, while the reactions to the development are mixed, I really like the Arts Centre building that was built there.  It’s housed in…

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Throw Pillows Are Part of My Heritage
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / September 22, 2015
Hungarian

Throw Pillows Are Part of My Heritage

When I told Hubby I was getting four new pillows for the living room, he eyed me suspiciously.  He tolerates my love of throw pillows, but he’d prefer that we…

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And Then She Swam Away
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / May 11, 2015
Life with Dogs

And Then She Swam Away

It’s Monday!  I have a funny story about Szuka, which I hope makes you smile. Last year Szuka mostly avoided the lake, until Hubs and I jumped in one day. …

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A Lifetime of Art in the Canadian Bush
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / April 14, 2015
Art

A Lifetime of Art in the Canadian Bush

I have some really fun news!  One of the most commonly asked questions I field is about the art in our home – specifically, the paintings by Hubby’s Grandpa, Bert…

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Well, Well, Well… What to do When Your Well Runs Dry in Winter
Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse / March 17, 2015
Distractions

Well, Well, Well… What to do When Your Well Runs Dry in Winter

A small part of me was hoping it was actually chocolate milk… Recently we had to figure out what to do when your well runs dry in winter!  It’s been…

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