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Welcome to Matthew's Life
A living archive of daily life, local history, and community change in Oshawa and the Durham Region — as seen through the lens of Matthew Dykstra.
Meet the Dykstra Family

L to R: Siebolt (Dad), Dina (Mom), Matthew, (Brother & Uncle) Ivy-Maria (Niece), Lillian (Niece) & Christina. (Sister & Lillian & Ivy-Maria’s Mom)
Join Matthew Dykstra and his family as they welcome you into their world of adventure. From epic travels to everyday joys, the Dykstras live life with heart, curiosity, and connection. Follow their journey and find inspiration in the stories they share.
L to R: Jade, Zachary, Dina, Siebolt, Ivy-Maria, Aviah (Dog), Lillian, Ethan
Photos © 2022-2023 Christna-Maria Dykstra
Recent Journeys & Highlights
An Update
This was just an update of what had been going on this week as it was such a busy weekYou May Also Like...
Mini-Golf
Embassy Student Ministries embark on a night out of Fun in Mini-Golf at Putting Edge Glow in the Dark Mini-GolfYou May Also Like...
Getting Ready
Here I am Getting Ready to Leave For ChurchYou May Also Like...
Bosses Day
Today we honour my head Pastor, Pastor Doug Schneider on this the day we honour our bossesYou May Also Like...
Outside With The Girls
Lilly & Ivy Take Over My Vlog. Their First AWWWWWWWYou May Also Like...
Hanging With Friends
Just spending the day hanging with friendsYou May Also Like...
Snapshots of Our Journey
Explore Our Family Adventures
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