Summer is drawing to an end the leaves are slowly turning from their fresh green into cosy orange. But I am not yet done with summer I want at least one more slow evening filled with twilight and bat acrobatics.
Establishing rhythm for a simpler and happier life.
We wake up knowing what the day will bring us, we know about the moments of rest that we can take and the exciting adventures that we can experience. There is a rhythm to our days that fills our lives with excitement and contentment, allowing us to feel calm and at peace with ourselves.
Are we doing simple and slow living wrong?
A slow and simple life, or the good life as people used to call it. It is a lifestyle that has become quite popular in the last few years. But might we be doing it wrong? Are we missing something about living fulfilling and simple lives?
What can we gain from doing less?
We try and work harder and do more. But to what end? What would happen if we just take a step back. If we just take some time to simply enjoy ourselves. What can we gain from doing less?
How to make an easy oven-roasted fry up breakfast in your cast iron skillet
An Irish fry up in the morning and sitting down to a full plate of sausages, black pudding, bacon, eggs, tomatoes, mushrooms and beans on toast is the perfect start to any day. It will provide you with the energy you need, whether you are working in the garden, tending to animals or building your next DIY project.
5 steps to take for a simpler & more frugal life
We all want to live the good life, a simple life, that is filled with nourishing meals and the simple pleasures of life. A frugal life where we learn to produce for ourselves instead of consuming what was created by others. And with some simple steps, you too can get closer to a simple and more frugal life.
5 spring hygge ideas for a slow & simple life
This spring, bring some hygge into your life by adding some extra special moments to your days. Enjoy the outdoors and breathe in the fresh spring air while you walk in the woods. In the home, you can invite the outdoors inside with some spring flowers and springtime decorations for some extra simple hygge moments.
Sourdough shortcrust pastry an easy recipe +tips for a flaky & crispy crust
Sourdough shortcrust pastry is such a versatile staple in our home. We use it for everything, from making custard tarts to apple pies and chicken pot pie to quiche Lorraine. The sourdough shortcrust pastry is perfect for any dish you want to make because it makes a deliciously flaky and crispy crust.
Nourishing sourdough scones an easy recipe
Made from your sourdough starter discard, these sourdough scones are nourishing and full of flavour. I will share two methods for making these delicious sourdough scones, a quick under 30-minute method and the long-fermented method to get the full health benefits of your sourdough. Enjoy these nourishing refined sugar-free sourdough scones for breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea.
Top 10 herbs for growing a herbal tea garden
Growing a herbal tea garden is a fantastic way to start gardening since herbs are fairly easy to grow. Grow herbs in your windowsill or in your backyard. Attract beneficial insects increasing the biodiversity of your home. And be rewarded with delicious organic cups of herbal tea to be enjoyed while watching the butterflies.