I made it one of my goals this year to handle stress in a healthier way. As part of that, I identified three things which I know to reduce cortisol levels in my own life: crocheting, exercising, and writing. I’ve decided to become very intentional about those three areas in …
With this snap of slightly cooler weather, it’s the perfect day to cozy up in an afghan. I’m getting cozy myself, having inherited a virus from my lovely daughter. Water bottles, tea, and no talking on the docket. I think I’ll listen to a few podcasts tonight and read a …
A Case for Creative Efforts 1. People don’t value home-made items as previous generations did. 2. Kids don’t learn creative skills as they once did. Does it follow then that it is pointless to intentionally teach kids the skills that came so easily to generations long ago, as no one …
“I shouldn’t think even millionaires could eat anything nicer than new bread and real butter and honey for tea.” ― Dodie Smith, I Capture the Castle One of the things I’ve been trying to teach my kids is that gifts don’t need to be store-bought. It’s the spirit of the gift that …
Sam Kelly & The Lost Boys are singing softly while I knit and our oldest reads. He’s reading about a sea voyage where a ship is struck in two. I’m certain there will be a heroic ending (because isn’t there always?!), but he’s biting his nails in anticipation. I’m sure …
