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Meet Rayel...

In April 2020, I became a mother to our sweet son, Arden. Though medical motherhood and disability parenting hasn't been easy, it has given me a sense of confidence and pushed me to share the real me with the world. I love being creative, sharing my outfits and inspiration, decorating my home for real life, and talking about our trials and tribulations as parents of a wonderfully made, medically complex little boy.

Our Little Family: Rayel, Brodi, & Arden

The Lockharts live on an acreage in Northern Alberta, Canada. Brodi works outside the home as a physiotherapist, and Rayel is a teacher, but is currently full-time caregiver and stay-at-home-mom for Arden.

I believe that every day that we are here should be celebrated and cherished. I strive to live a simple life filled with everything that creates happiness and fulfillment for me. Life comes with hardships, but every challenge presents us with an opportunity to grow and persevere. The universe never gives us more than we can handle. All seasons of life are important. It's up to you to see the beauty in every moment.

RAYEL LOCKHART

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03/06/2021 Daily Look

March 6, 2021

Happy Saturday! The sun is shining through our windows, the coffee tastes great, and the three of us are home together. Life is good! XO, Rayel Skirt: Dynamite, Top: Stolen from my husband’s closet, Earrings: Basic Stud Co.…

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03/04/2021

March 4, 2021

I’m really great at changing diapers and cutting off my feet in photos. I got 7 hours of sleep last night and I’m feeling like a whole new woman! Happy Thursday!!! XO, Rayel Top: Suzy Shier, Jeans: Dynamite, Belt: Thrifted, Clogs: Old Navy…

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In Our World, Milestones are not Time Sensitive

March 3, 2021

When your baby is growing, one of the biggest factors that you’re constantly looking at is development. Babies learn so many things so quickly. We get to see their gross and fine motor skills, their social and emotional development, their speech and language changes, just…

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03/02/2021 Daily Look

March 2, 2021

I’ve been feeling colourful lately! Today I played around with some pops of colour with eye makeup & earrings. Bodysuit: Garage, Jeans: Dynamite, Cardigan: Forever21, Earrings: Thrifted, Belt: Thrifted, Eyeshadow: Morphe XO, Rayel…

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Easy Traeger Pita Pizzas

Brodi and I make these pita pizzas on our Traeger barbecue all the time. They’re so quick and easy to make, and they are absolutely delicious!  Ingredients*: Olive oil Pizza sauce (we use the Primo Pizza Squeeze) Pizza mozzarella cheese, grated Marble cheese, grated Pitas…

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Arden is 10 Months Old!

March 1, 2021

I can’t believe how quickly time is flying by. It’s hard to believe that in 2 months, you will be 1 year old! My sweet boy, you continue to amaze and inspire us every day! XO, Rayel…

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03/01/2021 Daily Look

Happy Monday! We got a huge dump of snow here yesterday morning. But I am still dreaming of spring! Top: H&M, Skirt: Urban Planet XO, Rayel…

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02/28/2021 Daily Look

February 28, 2021

Dress: Dynamite, Belt: Dynamite, Tights: H&M, Scrunchy: Claire’s…

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Toxic Positivity: Learning to be Mindful of my Emotions

I am guilty of toxic positivity. However, I only ever direct it at myself. I am a firm believer in gratitude and the law of attraction. I have always thought that when you put good energy into the universe, it not only helps to ensure…

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Our February Trip to Visit Arden’s Pediatrician

February 27, 2021

Arden’s trips to the city for any kind of doctor or specialist appointments are always a big undertaking. This time, we were in Edmonton for less than 24 hours. However, no matter the duration of the trip, we still need to pack the same amount…

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