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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · 3d

Ducks on display.

Sunshine, nature, wildlife. Three of my favourite things.

It’s my last week at my little piece of heaven for this season.

Today I am thankful for the beautiful beach we call Wasaga.

What are you thankful for?

#Gratitude #cottagelife #wasagabeach

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · 4d

What a beautiful sun-shiny day. If you haven’t yet been outside, bundle up and go for a walk, even just around the block. I promise, endorphins will flow!

#cottagelife #autumnleaves #getoutside #wasagabeach

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · 6d

It’s 2:20 a.m.
Just woke up from a dream that Addison Barger hit an inside the park home run to right-centre. Let’s go Blue Jays!
#letsgobluejays #WantItAll @torontobluejays.bsky.social

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · 11d

Beautiful day for a walk on a deserted beach. A chance to reflect, pause, and re-energize for the coming week.

Oh yeah, and Go Jays Go!

#WANTITALL #letsgobluejays

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · 12d

Today’s moment of calm.
Just breathe and listen.

#selfcare #soundsofsilence #gratitude #calm #breathe #saturdayfeeling #cottagelife

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · 19d

Why do we bother raking?
24 hours later and it looks like I did nothing. I’m trying to look at it as glass half full & that I got some exercise.
Next more important task: get pine needles out of the eavestroughs. Fortunately I have a great nephew to help with that tomorrow!
#yardwork #cottagelife

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · 27d

I opened up the bird houses to clean them out for next year and WOW! Those little tiny house wrens really packed a lot into their home this summer! Little pack rats they are!

Can’t wait to see what they do with the place next year.

#cottagelife #birdwatching #birdsofbluesky

Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Sep 28

It’s been a few stressful months. I do my best to make time to re-centre myself. At the beach, feeling my feet in the sand, waves lapping on the shore, taking deep breaths. It doesn’t entirely remove the stress but it does help reset a balance. How do you stabilize a chaotic time in life?
#selfcare

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Sep 19

Beach grass. I think of the effort it takes to thrive in such a challenging environment. But every year it’s back, bringing beauty to the beach. Today I am thankful for the ability to appreciate the small things.
What are you thankful for?
#beachlife #wasagabeach #gratitude

Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Sep 15

The world’s largest freshwater beach never fails to serve up eye catching sunsets.

Wishing you a restful night before a new week comes storming in.

#wasagabeach #sunsets #freshwater #calming

Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Sep 11

If you ever played with Lego as a kid, you’re going to love this episode of #WildAboutWildlife. We’re talking 🐢🐢🐢. Specifically a turtle with his own set of wheels. Look out 🐇! Root’s coming for ya! #podcast #wildlifeconservation

Salthaven Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Centre @salthavenwildlife.bsky.social · Sep 11

Meet Root, a wood turtle missing a foot. Thanks to some Lego wheels and a dog harness, he’s cruising like never before! 🐢 Hear how he likes his new ride on the next episode of Wild About Wildlife, coming soon. @novascotiamuseum.bsky.social #mnhnovascotia #woodturtle #lego #podcast #wildaboutwildlife

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Sep 8

That time when you’re editing a podcast when suddenly, out of the corner of your eye, some movement grabs your attention. I can now add groundhogs to the list of critters that have lived under my deck. Fortunately they take turns with the skunks & possums! #wildlife #backyardshenanigans

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Sep 5

Gratitude. Enough said.

#gratitude #cottagelife #wasagabeach #fridayfeeling

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 30

When you have a bowl full of fresh summer fruit, what delicious morsel do you save for last, ensuring its scrumptious taste lingers?

For me, pineapple gets the win!

Share your answers! 👇🏻

#fruitbowl #freshfruit #saturdaymorning

Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 27

Meanwhile, the flowers, they just keep blooming!

#blackeyedsusans #flowerbeds

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 27

A furball volunteer! ❤️ 🦮

Canadian Red Cross @redcrosscanada.bsky.social · Aug 26

On this #InternationalDogDay, we’re highlighting Rusty, a dog who is bringing moments of joy to people impacted by wildfires in Newfoundland❤️🐶

Rusty and her owner have been showing up every day to our Red Cross reception centre and supporting people on site, bringing lots of love and smiles.

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 25

There are lots of changes happening in #WasagaBeach, but some tried-and-true local gems are still serving up the classics we love. Now's the time to visit the world's longest freshwater beach! Check out my blog for all the delicious details. #roadtrip #ontariotravel
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The Beach is Calling

Wasaga Beach Provincial Park, featuring the world’s longest freshwater beach, is a family-friendly destination for summer relaxation. The town offers a mix of chain stores and beloved eaterie…

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 24

Four weeks today and the other boys in blue will be back!
#TorontoBlueJays #torontomapleleafs #SportsFans

Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 23

Words cannot express how full my 💜 is, getting to hang out with my niece & her family. We played in the hammock, hide & seek, tried to feed wood chips to the ducks, “They’re ’chips’ Auntie Kathy!” & explored new depths at the beach.
Life is good!
#familymatters #cottagelife #wasagabeach

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 20

Another original cottage bites the dust. Decades of memories, laughter, BBQs & bonfires. Notice the family photos? So many of these tiny places are being knocked down when owners pass & the kids aren’t interested. Mine would likely meet the same fate. Progress right?
#cottagelife #wasagabeach

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 19

Went from +40C temps to needing to dig out this old relic, a Markel baseboard electric heater dating back to the 60s.

I am refusing to get the wood stove going in August!

#temperaturechange #retro #cottagelife

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 18

How pretty is this?
So thankful for friends who surprised me with a birthday cake created by the talented folks at my favourite bakery, Purple Lips Bakery.

I am so very blessed to have friends who help remind me of my value at a time when I am questioning it.

#grateful #FriendshipMatters

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 16

The beautifying process is underway. Just a couple of more hours to go!
Who else can relate?
#saturdaymood #selfcare #goodbyegrey

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Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 13

This is what happens when you feed the birds sunflower seeds!
#sunflowers #birdfeeder #pollinators

Kats_Clicks @katsclicks.bsky.social · Aug 13

Yes! The only time grass needs watering is when seeds/sod are newly planted. We have to get over our aversion to brown lawns. Plant drought resistant native species instead!

www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

In a sea of brown lawns, why some natural gardeners are bringing messy back | CBC News

To water or not to water? Turns out, that may not be the question. As abnormally dry weather sweeps across much of the country this summer, is it still responsible to maintain a grass lawn?

www.cbc.ca