There should be a major emphasis on the way a home runs. Whether you have children, inside pets, an empty nest, ample space, or a quaint cottage; the way your home functions and flows on a day-to-day basis can be the difference between a peaceful day or a chaotic one.
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I’m taking the plunge and devoting much more of my time to this space right here. I’ve moved homes, I feel as though I’ve somewhat settled into the rhythm of motherhood, and I’m ready to share with you all my thoughts and tips about homemaking, cooking, and gardening.
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It’s Time for the Fall Garden
Are you discouraged with the summer garden? Pests have over taken everything at this point, you’ve watered each plant until you can’t possibly water any more, and it seems no matter your efforts things are just dying? Don’t lose hope, friend!
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My Thoughts on Slow Living.
“I just need things to slow down a little bit”, I murmured under my breath during my nightly ritual of dish washing dissociation.
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An Update
I’m a firm believer that creativity comes when the body and mind are at peace. Peace usually means there is a stillness about you and my life is currently anything by “still”…or peaceful for that matter.
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Home Progress
Building a house is stressful! The process has gone relatively smooth with only a few bumps in the road. However, as the newness unfolds before my eyes, I want to weep at the beauty of it. The way I can picture our son running around various spaces of the house and all the memories we will make there growing up is a true joy.
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It’s Time to Make A Home
Since the beginning of my marriage, I’ve said to my husband I never wanted to move. I never wanted to leave this place that has embraced and healed me in more ways than one. However, there is nothing you wouldn’t do for your child, and to be honest, this 1600 sq ft hunting cabin with a relatively new addition just does not cut it.
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A Little Different Every Day
Spring. It’s just around the corner. At least that is what we keep telling ourselves. Nevermind the fact that we had a 75 degree day followed by a blizzard that disappeared just as fast as it arrived. Now, I must sleep in the bed I have made. In my particular circumstance, this phrase could also read “I planted things in my garden way too soon and now everything froze and died.” Some of us NEVER learn.
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Life with Elizabeth 