I had three inspiring maternity sessions this past week - all so different. A couple who have been together for ten years, building careers and surfing, and now they are adding to the family. A younger woman who came in glowing with her mom and best friend who kept her giggling the whole time. Then I headed to the beach for a couple expecting their second child who went au naturel  for some beautiful maternity session.

Of course I can't share any of these sessions.

So instead here is a photo of a pie.

Why?

We love our neighbourhood and it got even better when Mark, Clare and Ionia moved in next door and then proceeded to take over Greenwood Pies in downtown Courtenay.

Mark had already developed a reputation with local foodies for the great sausages that he makes and that are available at Brambles (and now Greenwood Pies) But there is more to know.  Being the friendly neighbours that we are, John and I have volunteered  our services to sample some of the new offerings at Greenwood Pies.

Mark has put his own spin on some of the pies and also makes amazing curries. You can go in and have them for lunch or do the take out thing. We have a few bags of it in our freezer and for about $9 they serve both John and I. They are as good as any curry I have had and are perfect for those evenings when we have a later dinner and want to feel a little spoiled. 

Oh the pie?

Yes, Ionia, who is  6 made these up for our kids as a today present. Being nice to your neighbours pays off.