I have had a lot on my plate of late. I have been struggling through it all exhausted and wondering how I am going to manage everything. I have to-do lists strewn throughout the house, in fact I really should collate all those lists (hmm ... put that on my to-do's) See that's how crazy … Continue reading Sometimes the wisest thing to do is stop
I have been talking a lot about my new rhythm this year and you would be forgiven for thinking it is just about writing. Because, well that's pretty much all I have blogged about! But if you recall when I introduced this phrase back in January, I also talked about one day being house day. … Continue reading on uncluttered minds and uncluttered spaces
I've been away. Consciously, deliberately, as a circuit breaker. Firstly from social media. I found there were things being shared that I just couldn't handle. I know myself, I know my limits, and it just wasn't worth checking, so I didn't. I have been away. Consciously, deliberately, for celebration. Mr has just had a very … Continue reading away
I have just got back from my silent retreat. From Friday night until Sunday morning we were silent. No talking, nothing. I spent the weekend with a group of people who did not talk. And it was a wonderful break. But although it was a break from talking, it was also a break from other … Continue reading Take a break
Recently I was treated to a massage. It was wonderful and relaxing, and also very hard! My mind kept wandering. I was in a peaceful, relaxing environment and I kept thinking about things that needed to be done, conversations that need to happen, and plans for the future (albeit just dinner). I struggled to be fully … Continue reading be present
It is term two, winter is setting in, and the dreariness of everyday life seems more evident. On really rainy days the noise level in our house escalates to a point where I just can't take it anymore, and then Mr gets home, and the girls get even more excited! It is into this environment … Continue reading painted nails and emotional outbursts