Tag: Slow Living
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Hummingbird magic…
I am not a fan of summer. I find it too hot, muggy, stuffy and very uncomfortable. Where I live our summers are a mixed bag. Pouring rain, drought, heat waves, cold fronts…oh and windy. Let’s not forget the wind. There are, however, parts of summer that I do appreciate and love. Sitting on the…
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Stop! Don’t “SHOP THIS LOOK”
When decorating your home some of you may be inclined to rush the process (Yeah, I’m looking at you big sister) and get it done ASAP because you are excited to get the end result. I get it, I am not the most patient of people, but I’m just gonna stop you right there. No…I’m…
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A seasonal shift
The days are shorter, the air is cooler and for me it’s time for all things cozy. Like the change of the seasons I like to change things up inside the house to reflect what is happening outside. That means fur rugs, chunky blankets, lots of layers and warm, soft lighting. There are several reasons…
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Picture Postcards: Life around the farm
I am fortunate to live in a place that has a communal farm which serves as the heart of the neighbourhood. It is where residents gather in the barn for Town Hall meetings or one of the many events thoughtfully planned by the residents. Long walks around the farm and checking on the progress of…
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Groundhog Day
7:35 am Get up. Let the dogs out to relieve themselves. Feed dogs. Grab a glass of water. Shoo dog off bed. Make bed. Watch dog jump back up and mess up the blankets. Get dressed for the day. Watch the morning news. Vacuum and tidy up house. Every. Single. Day. For those of you…
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How the COVID-19 pandemic made me turn green
No worries, I don’t mean I literally turned green as in Kermit, but it made me consider further changes in how I use, clean and make better decisions regarding Zero waste product options. If you are new here, I have been writing and sharing my Slow living and Zero waste journey for a bit now…
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I did the research for you!
The internet is a wealth of resources but it can be overwhelming if you don’t have the time or know exactly where to look. There is also the matter of “greenwashing” to consider. I have been researching Zero Waste products for a few months now and came across a few places where you can start…
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You are enough (without all the extra)
Let me repeat that- YOU are enough, just as you are. Now, let that sink in for a minute. You don’t need that lipstick to make you feel better. You don’t need to say Yes to whatever is asked of you. You don’t owe anyone anything. Most importantly of all just be you, do not…
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The consequences of setting intentions
Starting this blog is definitely something that scared me (and to be honest, it still does). I’ve never been one to share thoughts and feelings, let alone with complete strangers, yeah I’m talking about you, dear reader. So WHY did I start now? You could say that it was an experiment of sorts. A few…
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