Erin Rafferty

Beauty for the mom on the closer edge of 40 who still wants to look radiant on about five spare minutes a day. Sorted into skincare, makeup, hair, body and the little tools, with the quick wins, the trends actually worth trying, and the things I buy again without thinking. Every link goes straight to the product.

The outings I save for when I want a day with the kids to feel like a real memory, not just killing time. Organized by classic Vancouver magic, getting outside, after dark, and rainy day backups, with the little tips that make each one smoother. Tap any spot to plan your day.

Your Metro Vancouver summer water bucket list, from the warmest swimming lakes to the paddle spots, pools and day trips locals actually love. I sorted them by type and added the tips that matter most, like which lakes warm up early, where to rent, and when to go before the lots fill. Scroll to the bottom for the gear that makes every water day easier.

The after bedtime date night playbook. Once the kids are down you have about two hours, so this is how to make the living room feel like somewhere you actually chose to be. Set the scene, graze, pour something, and reconnect, without booking a sitter. Everything here is easy to keep on hand so date night can happen on a Tuesday.

Everything I leaned on planning a Vancouver wedding and elopement, from the dress and the glam to decor, invites and the little keepsakes. A mix of affordable finds and the local vendors we actually loved. Sorted so you can jump to whatever you are shopping for.

The campgrounds, tools, and guides I actually use for RV life across Canada. I run Northern Stay, so these are parks I know and trust, from BC to the East Coast plus a few favourites in the US. Every card links straight to the park page where you can check dates and book your stay.

The tools I actually recommend for running a digital business, sorted so you can find what you need. Design, print, ecommerce, email and marketing, AI and content, courses, websites and hosting, accounting, and the admin apps that keep it all running. I have used or vetted these, and every link goes straight to the tool.

The gear, products and local lifesavers that got me through early motherhood in Vancouver. Rain ready essentials, hands free must haves, and the things I recommend to every new mom here. Tested by real Vancouver mom life.

My honest, lived in list of Vancouver favourites, from the parks and viewpoints we keep going back to, to the restaurants and little spots worth the trip. Everything here is somewhere I actually love, gathered for anyone visiting or new to the city.