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Those of Us Living In Fear Need To Speak Up!

Published June 26, 2012 | By cjblythe

Billboard campaign against the extreme ideal in fashion of stick-thin models, resulting in further distorted body images and eating disorders of all kinds.

In a previous post, I discussed the media fury that erupted over the bullying of a school bus driver in Greece, New York, and the public outcry… Continue reading →

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Taking a Mud Bath…

Published June 1, 2011 | By cjblythe

While going through some of the pictures from her photo shoot with Erin today, we were discussing what it must have been like.

I worried needlessly though, because she was quick to remind me how much she has always enjoyed playing in the mud.

As a matter of fact, one… Continue reading →

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I Love to See My Kids Happy!

Published May 31, 2011 | By cjblythe

Erin at the Valley Model Meet and Greet in Abbotsford

Much of our family life has been spent enjoying and supporting our son, Stuart’s love of hockey.

Although Erin used to be very active in gymnastics and dance, she had to stop several years ago due to a physical disability.… Continue reading →

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Go Canucks Go!!

Published April 19, 2011 | By cjblythe

It can rain, snow, hail – whatever! It doesn’t matter ’cause we’re all going to be in watching tonight’s Canuck’s game.

Marshall Aerospace employees model Canucks jerseys to show their support for tonight's Stanley Cup playoff game against the Chicago Blackhawks.

As a matter of fact, my husband and the… Continue reading →

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We are a family that loves animals – always have and always will.

Published January 31, 2011 | By cjblythe

We have had a couple of ‘tastes’ of what it’s like to be without even one of our beloved friends in the past few months, and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone.

Our furry family members include an energetic, athletic Min Pin/Beagle cross pup called ‘Oliver’; a beautiful steel grey… Continue reading →

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