Every military family has a different story. This is our story of entering into military life and our first year as a military family. Our journey to entering military life began in January of 2017 when "J" applied to join the Canadian Armed Forces. Shortly after that I moved away due to work to Burlington, Ontario. Ten months later on our five year anniversary, “J” drove down to surprise me at work and took me back to where we met and proposed. I said, yes! We knew when we got engaged; … [Read more...] about Our First Year In The Canadian Military Life
Simple Coconut Milk Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
It’s the most beautiful time of the year, full of pumpkin spice, falling leaves, and cozy evenings. I have never been on the pumpkin spice wagon, but I jumped on this year and tried something new to me - Coconut Milk Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate. I have never tried making hot chocolate from scratch, but I learned I have a sensitivity to milk and an allergy to hazelnuts and raw almonds a couple of years ago. As a result, I wanted to try making seasonal warm drinks from scratch with coconut … [Read more...] about Simple Coconut Milk Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
Simple Fall Wreath
I love fall decor but have never made a fall wreath. So I sat down and made a simple fall wreath with a twist. Instead of doing the classic reds, oranges, and yellows of fall, I went with a white, green, and light mauve colour palette. Have you ever walked around Micheals, seen all the beautiful wreaths on the wall, and then been shocked at the price tag. Wreaths can be very pricey, even making your own can quickly add up. I made two simple fall wreaths, one for me and one for a friend for … [Read more...] about Simple Fall Wreath
Pantry Organization For Small Spaces
Having a small kitchen with no pantry can be a challenge. Join me as I share some tips and tricks for pantry organization in a small space the is functional, beautiful, and budget-friendly. We live in a two-bedroom apartment with a lovely open kitchen but minimal storage. I had used every inch of cupboard space for dishes, appliances, and cleaning supplies. As a result, I had to get a bit creative and make myself a pantry. I had two goals for this pantry organization project. Goal number … [Read more...] about Pantry Organization For Small Spaces
Welcome to Her Simple Home
Hello friends! My name is Natalie and I am the creator behind the blog Her Simple Home. I am a wife to an amazing military man and mom to a goofy Goldendoodle named Lily. "J" and I have been married for 3 years come January and call a small town in Ontario home. From 9-5, I work for a Real Estate REIT as a Graphic Designer. In the evening hours, I work on my own graphic design business, True North Creative which I started in October of 2016. It seems fitting to be starting this blog in … [Read more...] about Welcome to Her Simple Home