Kayla Young

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Kayla is a 35-year-old wife, human mom of two and cat mom of one living in Alberta. Her blog, The Aspiring Something, received its name in honour of the many things she has found herself aspiring to become, including (but not limited to) a pretty good wife, a passable mom, a decent human being and a blogger whose posts you hopefully want to read. You can follow her pursuits at www.theaspiringsomething.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/theaspiringsomething and on Instagram @theaspiringsomething.

Where to Find a Real Christmas Tree in Calgary - SavvyMom

Where to Find a Real Christmas Tree in Calgary & the Surrounding Areas

By Kayla Young / November 11, 2025

Here’s a list of places to find a real Christmas tree in Calgary, and tips for cutting down your own for those of you with a saw and a sense of adventure!

Fun Halloween in Calgary - SavvyMom

Family Fun and Spooktacular Events for Halloween in Calgary

By Kayla Young / October 16, 2025

There’s no shortage of spooktacular things to scream about when it comes to Halloween in Calgary!

Calgary Consignment Stores

Great Kids’ Secondhand Shops & Consignment Stores in Calgary

By Kayla Young / September 13, 2025

Here’s a list of great secondhand shops and consignment stores in Calgary to help you save (and earn!) money on your kids’ clothing.

Fun Farms Around Calgary - SavvyMom

5 Family Fun Farms Around Calgary to Visit This Fall

By Kayla Young / September 3, 2025

Luckily for us Calgarians, there are family fun farms around Calgary with tons of fall activities just waiting for your family to explore.

Fall Family Fun in Calgary in September - SavvyMom

Fall Family Fun in Calgary This September

By Kayla Young / August 27, 2025

Back to School isn’t the only exciting thing happening these days. There is so much going on for fall family fun in Calgary this September!

Back to School Shopping in Calgary - SavvyMom

Your Best Bets for Local Back-to-School Shopping in Calgary

By Kayla Young / August 11, 2025

Is September sneaking up on you! We’ve rounded up a few of our favourite kids’ clothing shops for back to school shopping in Calgary!

Memorial Drive: Calgary Central

Bike Rentals, Cycling Camps & Family Bike Trails in Calgary

By Kayla Young / August 6, 2025

Here are some wonderful family bike trails in Calgary with options all around the city that are family friendly and filled with fun for the kids.

August Family Activities in Calgary - SavvyMom

Fun Family Activities in Calgary in August

By Kayla Young / July 27, 2025

There are festivals, sports, and activities galore next month in and around town. Check out these fun family activities in Calgary in August!

Beaches Near Calgary: Johnson Lake in Banff - SavvyMom

The Best Beaches in Calgary for Families

By Kayla Young / July 18, 2025

With the temperatures in Calgary heating up for the summer, we’ve rounded up 9 beaches near Calgary to help your family cool off!

Where to Find the Best Ice Cream in Calgary

By Kayla Young / July 8, 2025

Take your family on a sweet outing for ice cream in Calgary. Maybe you’ll make it your mission to visit every single one before summer’s out! (We won’t judge.)