Whispering Springs Glamping in Grafton, Ontario

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Due to the global pandemic, it’s been quite sometime since I’ve had the opportunity to “travel,” and I’m glad to say my first “trip” was to Whispering Springs – just an hour east of the Greater Toronto Area in Grafton, Ontario. (The last time I went camping was in 2019 when we ventured to Emily Provincial Park, read here)

Whispering Springs is a beautiful glamping resort, with plenty of space to enjoy a getaway under the stars. We stayed during the last weekend of May in their guest-favourite Willow Rush Safari tent. Complete with a soaker tub, king sized bed, gazebo with grill and fire pit, along with a heated blanket, our mini vacation was well-loved (and a little chilly!).

It was probably the coldest May weekend we’ve had this year, but we spent the evening under the stars wrapped up in layers, hats and bug netting. We even spotted the International Space Station (using the Stellarium app) above us as it made its quick pass overhead.

My advice if you’re staying at Whispering Springs? Brings lots of bug spray! The mosquitoes were out in full force. I am glad our kindling and netting helped to repel them for the evening. But I still walked away with a few bites. 😛

Whispering Spring glamping resort welcomes you in Grafton Ontario
Willow Rush Safari tent and set up at Whispering Springs in Grafton
Willow Rush Safari Tent
Pond at Whispering Springs Grafton Ontario
Wildlife at Whispering Springs
Fire pit at Whispering Springs Grafton Ontario
Willow Rush safari tent at Whispering Springs, Grafton Ontario
The night sky at Whispering Springs, Grafton Ontario

Happy 9th birthday, Táta

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It’s Táta’s 9th birthday on Saturday! Woah, I can’t believe it’s already been four years since I picked her up from the airport and brought her home with me.

This little doggie spent her youth on a farm in Alberta, learning how to herd with a number of experienced Icelandic Sheepdogs.

These old photos show her with her farm friends, enjoying all that rural life has to offer. As well, side-by-side photos of her from 2015, when she was pregnant and eventually giving birth to her litter on February 28, 2015.

Sometimes I wonder if she misses that life, then I am reminded, she has three beds, 4-5 walks a day, a best cat friend named Harry and a family that spoils her. Retirement has its benefits.

Walking in a Winter Wonderland in the GTA

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We’re finally walking in a winter wonderland in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area). For once, I was actually NOT at work when the fluffy white stuff fell — so I got to go enjoy it right away!

On this snowy Sunday, my mom, aunt and myself hit the trails and our local park for some frosty fun! But you know who enjoyed it more than us? My dog. She loves the snow. Pretty sure this is HER season!

WATCH:

Snow Dog from Emily Santos on Vimeo.

Also, a new addition to our family this winter, my aunt’s corgi Chloe! She seemed to also enjoy the snow! 

How did you enjoy this weekend’s snow?

 

Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm

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Christmas is (almost) right around the corner and as usual, our annual family holiday photos — this year, taken at the Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm.

Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm is located in Scugog, Ontario and is actually HUGE! I was not expecting it to be that vast, but it is the perfect setting to pick your tree or pose for your photo. It is such a popular place, I would suggest booking in advance if you plan to use their property to take photos. We were lucky because they were able to squeeze us in last weekend!

I am so happy with how these photos turned out. As usual, I hope to update this blog more often. We’ll see what the winter brings. 🙂

If you want to learn more about the tree farm, click here.

Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm
Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm
Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm
Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm
Blackstock Christmas Tree Farm

Hello summer

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As usual, it’s been a while since I’ve posted. I am just checking in to share my most recent photos from this month. I’ve been spending a lot of time working on our backyard. We refinished the deck, got a gazebo and have been planting vegetables (or at least trying). It’s definitely been a time of self discovery.

Just wondering what everyone else has been up to since the March COVID social distancing. Please share; I will be visiting some of my favourite blogs this week to check up on everyone. Talk soon!