Little Sarah Birch
Welcome To Little Sarah Birch
Who am I? I’m a mother, a wife, Maritimer, a former lawyer, and a self-proclaimed adventurer who goes by Sarah. I’m not funny per se, but I get myself into funny situations that create humour in my life. I believe that everyone has a story to tell; this blog will be home to my story.
Because our family recently moved from the West to the East Coast of Canada (back to “our roots”), I’ve been thinking a lot about how to turn the place you live into your home. This blog is meant for anyone looking to feel more at home in their own life and community, while following along with mine.
The Blog
He Doesn’t Look at Me Like That Anymore
One of my favourite photos from my relationship is one of just Dana (my husband) at our wedding, thirteen years ago, standing at the front of the church. I’m not in the photo, but looking at his face, there is no doubt he’s looking at me. I’d know that look anywhere:...
Best “clean” skincare & makeup products (for me)
Remember that time when I became a dermatologist and makeup artist? You don't? Oh wait, that's because I'm neither of those things. You may argue that I have no business writing about my favourite "clean" skincare & makeup products, but I disagree. While my...
What To Do in Saint John, NB
“The John” is such an unfortunate nickname for my hometown of Saint John, NB. Leave it to us “Johners” to come up with a name that’s not at all representative of the flourishing and beautiful city that it is! As a Saint John native, I had a wonderful childhood...
The Tale of a Recovering Shy Kid
Note: StageCoach has offered Amelia a scholarship for social media coverage, but as always, the opinions are my own. “Would you like something to drink?” our server asked Amelia at a restaurant this summer. She turned to me and said “Chocolate milk” in a...
Life Lessons from Hurricane Dorian
I didn’t live in Halifax during Hurricane Juan. I lived in the Maritimes and heard all about it, but I didn’t witness it first-hand. When Hurricane Dorian was announced, it barely hit my radar - at first. By good fortune, my next-door neighbour is aware of my...
Micro Needling in Bedford: how Mudwraps to Manicures improved my skin
Note: this service was gifted to me but I was not required to write a blog post. The opinions are very much my own! A picture paints a thousand words, so let me start by going straight to the "before and after" photos. They were taken in the same room, with the same...
“Don’t Mind the Mess!” When Hospitality Isn’t Synonymous with a Clean House
“By the way, there’s a broken couch upside down in my living room,” I said, as I transported some out-of-town friends from the airport to my home. No one even batted an eye. They asked for the story, of course, because with me, there’s always a story, but no one was...
Chicago Getaway: Why “Getting Away with the Girls” Makes a Difference
“Canadians?” the comedian said in front of the crowd. “What brings you to Chicago?” We told him it was a birthday celebration trip. “Oh! Is it your birthday this weekend?” he asked. “No, this YEAR!” we responded. The audience laughed. As three friends with young...
Big City with Little Birches: family trips to Montreal
Like most parents, when I'm planning a family vacation, there are competing factors to consider. My priorities are travel time, new experiences, culture, food and fun. Montreal ticks all the boxes for me. Given that it's only a 1.5 hour plane ride from Halifax, it may...
