The Strength Behind Every Family
  
To all the moms who give so much of themselves. The dreamers, the doers, and the steady hearts that keep everything moving forward. Whether you're in the early years of parenthood, cheering on grown children from the sidelines, or sharing your wisdom as a grandmother, your influence reaches further than you know.
Thank you for the sacrifices you make, the patience you show, and the unconditional love you pour into the world every single day. You are appreciated, you are admired, and you are loved.
Happy Mother’s Day!
New Trail Discovery
My mom came for a visit, and since she’s got a real passion for long, scenic walks in nature, I decided to do something a bit out of character—I actually typed “scenic trails near me” into Google. To my surprise, several beautiful options popped up, all just five minutes from home! It’s funny how these gems can be right under our noses the whole time.
We ended up choosing the Pitt River Regional Greenway, and it truly exceeded all our expectations. The walk took us alongside the Fraser River, and it felt so invigorating to be out in the fresh air. The trail wound through serene woods filled with a chorus of birdsong—so many feathered friends making their presence known. At one point, the path led us up a dyke where we had a unique vantage point overlooking the local airport and flight training school. Our son Eden was absolutely fascinated—he would have happily stayed there all afternoon, watching the small airplanes and even water planes take off and land.
Although the trail continued on, tempting us to explore further, we decided to turn back before completing the entire route. It was almost comical—and, admittedly, a little frustrating—for my wife and me to realize how long we’ve lived here without ever knowing about this incredible trail, which, as it turns out, is actually a section of the Trans Canada Trail. Still, as they say, better late than never!
Why is it important to protect your mortgage?
Buying a home is a big decision and a really big financial commitment, but life can change fast in any direction. For most folks, the only thing stopping their mortgage becoming an unbearable liability is their paycheck. But what happens if the paycheck goes away even temporarily due to illness, death or disability?
Did you know that:
- 10 months is the average length of time disabled claimants are off work
- 1 in 5 Canadians experience a mental health issue each year (e.g. stress leave)
- 1 in 3 Canadians will be disabled for 90 days or more before age 65
- 56% of Canadians who took time off for a disability said they returned to work early due to financial reasons
- 33% of workplace disability claims are related to mental health
The right mortgage protection insurance takes care ofyour mortgage payments or even pays off the balance in times of crisis. If any of these questions or stats shown above have you wondering, then we need to have a conversation about how to better and cheaply protect your biggest debt. Call or email me today.
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