Time, slow down. As I was brushing Chester’s teeth, I caught the silver creeping in his fur—his jaw, his ears. My sweet (and naughty) little soul dog is almost 8.5 years old... How? To every fur and human parent: may we savor these quiet, fleeting moments. They're so precious.

Boycotting DOES work. We have the power to hit them where it hurts the most: their wallets. Also, supporting local Canadian businesses tastes & feels so much better. Keep those elbows up and carry on. #Canada strong! 🇨🇦

A little birdie told me that maybe I should make my own Christmas cards this year... So I'm listening and practicing. Week 4 of this watercolour painting journey and I'm having a blast!

Jimmy Kimmel's return (not aired in 20% of the country) already has over 7 million views on YouTube. The tamper tantrums must be quite something this morning... 🤭 youtu.be/c1tjh_ZO_tY?...

Just delivered: "...is a powerful, darkly humorous reminder of the dangers of superstition, bias, and ignorance, and a warning to never forget the past... while raising the question of whether it could ever happen again." With the current state of the world, it sounds like the perfect read. 🙃

Disney bringing Jimmy Kimmel back on the air is a perfect example of exactly how far fascists will go in the name of their "beliefs": losing a few billions is where they draw the line.

A beautiful Autumn Equinox blessing: "As the light dies, so is the light reborn. As life ends, so is it begun. As the grain is cut down, so is the new seed planted." Let's give thanks for the harvest's abundance & prepare for the darker months ahead. 🥮 Merry Mabon to you all! 🍂

Today's watercolour project: painting my little birds again while listening to Fleetwood Mac on my turntable. This time, I used larger paper size & focused on my colour blending technique. Harder than it looks! 😅 Yesterday vs. today. 🐤 Next: adding some shading to the legs...

Who needs a black cat when you can have a black-ish shadow dog? 🖤 Happy Mabon Eve 🍂

After a very hectic & exhausting work week, sitting down & paint was exactly what I needed. If I'd known what a positive effect learning watercolour painting would have on my general wellbeing, I'd have started much sooner than 4 weeks ago. I'm having so much fun with it! 🎨

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In other words, "free speech" is only a right if you're one of THEM? You either believe in free speech or you don't. You either support cancel culture or you don't. You can't have it both ways and move the line when it suits you so that it fits your little fascist agenda. Land of the free, eh...

Sometimes, all it takes is a new pair of Dr. Martens. They've been my go-to since I was six, dreaming of being just like Dolores O'Riordan. Like countless young Irish girls, I was inspired by that iconic figure who came to embody self-expression and rebellion. And I still am. 🖤

The front porch. 🥹 How is it possible that this warm hug in a mug TV show premiered 25 years ago? All those years later, I'm still a Gilmore Girl at heart. 💜

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I really want to know too.

I'm enjoying this watercolour/sketching journey so much! Putting one of my favourite albums in the background, sitting down with a hot drink (that always goes cold because I forget about it), and just letting it flow is something I didn't know I so needed. Never too late to learn something new. 💚

Chester's expression is a true representation of what it's been like to browse SM recently, especially over the last 2 days... I didn't realise just how badly my friend lists needed culling. But all of the "girl/boy, bye" moments that took place were so good for my mental health. 🤭

I just "accidentally" heard about the school shooting that took place in Colorado today. Where's the outrage at that? The moment of silence? I don't condone gun violence, but he did... Just saying. And "they" will still be against gun control. Nothing will change.

it took the president more than 12 hours to come up with this

I love this BTS pic of Caitríona. Can’t wait to see this movie. #TheCut

I was so concentrated on painting this little pumpkin that I dipped my brush into my coffee. Twice. Does that mean I'm a true artist now? 😆

This photo. It's so powerful! Her expression is a true reflection of how so many of us feel when we stop & look at the current state of the world. So much hate. So many tragedies, conflicts, lies. So many emotions. 🖤 #CaitríonaBalfe by misanharriman IG

One thing the last 10 years have taught me is to try & avoid reading comments on anything linked to politics. It's crazy the amount of conspiracy theorists, right wingers, & overall nutjobs who always find time in their "busy" day to spew hatred on every post they find. My face, every time:

I'm not sure what I've done but I've clearly done something. 😆 #DogSky

ARMANI. YOU TAKE ARMANI BUT LEAVE US THE FUCKING CHEETO?!!?!? Do better.

Day 6 of learning watercolour painting and I decided to try a landscape this time. A dark & moody one... My vibe. My fir trees need work (trees are hard!), as does my general technique of course... But for a first attempt, I'm quite pleased! 😅 And yes, Chester was keeping me company. As always.

Just a girl learning watercolour painting while listening to atmospheric music, with a dog sleeping at her feet. It's perfect.

Bye, August! To Autumn lovers like I, it means: Pumpkin lattes, apple cider, dark evenings curled with a good book and a cosy blanket, colourful trees, fresh mornings, candles, homemade soups and stews, yummy pies, cinnamon everything... So ready for it. And so is Chester! 🧡

We're on vacation & decided to stay local to really recharge & discover new places near where we live. Then a couple of days ago I finally started working on a grimoire, following in my gran's footsteps. 💚 I also decided to start learning watercolour painting. It's been so truly perfect.

Putting water out for wildlife during the summer months can make such a difference. Not only can it save a life, it is also a way to show your appreciation to Mother Nature. Bonus: you get to witness beautiful & peaceful moments... Like when this lil guy stopped by for a drink earlier. 🐿️

Well, hello there. You can tell it's been sunny & warm... The hair got lighter. 😝

Some butterscotch scones and a peeking pup.

Music by my husband dearest. 🖤

Currently reading this little horror novella and I'm really enjoying it! The perfect book to kickstart the spooky vibes season. #BookSky

For years & years, wherever I was in the world, I got my first pumpkin spice latte of the season from Starbucks. Until I discovered that Canadian pumpkin with a dash of "true north" spices tastes so much better. It's subtly powerful & quietly packing a punch... In true #Canada fashion. 🧡

Foreign disinformation has become a highly disruptive force in the U.S., with Russia and other foreign powers seeking to influence elections and inflame discord. Generative AI is now making it far more effective and harder for average users to detect. www.axios.com/2025/08/22/a...

Canada made a pact with the Nordic 5 countries: in steel, ship manufacturing, and trade. Our PM being several steps ahead, ensuring that Canada no longer has to play games with a once friend who turned into a bully to impress a comrade. This is what elbows up means. 🇨🇦 #Canada strong!

Just delivered: one of my favourite albums of all time, from one of my favourite artists of all time. 🖤

Chester & Paddington's "back to school" photo. #DogSky

Hey, Alberta! Voting the same way you've done for years because you want "change" shows exactly just how much you deserve PoLIEvre. Also, we all know you don't really want change... You want to go back 50+ years and feel that your misogyny and bigotry are validated. Sucks to be you.

The signs that he's a POS have been there for a while. 🤷🏻‍♀️ Have people forgotten how he thanked the mother of his then new daughter for giving him a healthy baby, while also having a son from a previous relationship who has health issues? Because I haven't.

Currently doing yoga stretches... And I looked up to that face. Paddington, supervising my poses. #DogsofBlueSky

Sinéad O'Connor's life and music career are set to be explored in a new biopic from an Irish production company. www.irishcentral.com/culture/ente...

What exactly did Maine Sen. Joseph Martin hope to achieve with this letter to BC MLA Brennan Day? Were Canadians not angry enough? Not boycotting enough? "We're Canadian. Proud of it. Not confused. Not for sale. And not going anywhere." ~ MLA Day Get to feck, you bloody eejit! 🖕🏻 #Canada

Mentally, I'm here. "If a year was tucked inside of a clock, then autumn would be the magic hour" - Victoria Erickson 🍂🍁🧡

Wednesday cuteness on this once again unbearably hot day here in Canada. May it refresh & cheer you. #DogSky

I just watched a video about people getting facelifts (and other procedures) in their early/mid twenties. Another very dark side of SM & AI, and how it negatively impacts the new gens growing up with it. At that age, you don't need a facelift. You need to delete instagram.

We hear horror stories about Canadians being arrested or sent back when trying to enter the US & being asked if "they approve of tRump". It all seems unreal until it happens to someone you know. And that's one of many reasons why I won't set foot there for the foreseeable future.

I just love those everyday life photos. You know, the ones without photoshopping. The real ones. I've said it before and I'll say it forever: we need to normalise this. Caitríona looking happy & gorgeous, with her husband. That's all. 💚 (📸 Lauren Lyle IG)