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.
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Life in Ireland
The Emerald Isle or Ireland is a country famous for its green hills and abundance of rain. But this country is so much more than Guinness, sheep, and pubs. It has a rich history, and its people are warming and welcoming to anyone that crosses their paths. And our life in Ireland is only just starting.
When I was still a little girl, I wished that one day I could visit this green isle. Years later, I would finally visit this friendly island while on my honeymoon. We used the bus to go from town to town, and the more we saw of Ireland, the more we fell in love. We knew there and then that we wanted this to be our home. We had known for a long time that we wanted a proper kitchen garden and a tiny little cottage as our home. We also really wanted some hens for eggs and some sheep for wool. And while riding on that bus and we saw the fields flashing by. We could just imagine what our little home would look like and the landscape it would sit in.
We’ve taken the first step towards that little cottage of ours, we moved to Ireland. Now multiple of my friends have moved from one country to another one, but none of them had ever tried it with two children and no family or friends in their country of destination. But our life in Ireland is taking shape now and we are feeling more at home with every passing day.
So let me tell you what is Ireland like?
15 Old-fashioned & frugal ways to stay warm in winter
There are more ways to stay warm than simply turning the heating up. There are more sustainable and frugal ways to stay warm in winter. More similar to how our grandmothers stayed warm during this season. So I listed my own tips and tricks that I’ve used over the years, to stay warm in winter while being frugal.
5 tips to enjoy the perfect summer nature walk
Few things are better than going for a nature walk on a warm sunny day. But what could have been a lovely day at the park can quickly turn into a sweaty and uncomfortable occasion. But with these 5 simple tips, you can fully enjoy your lovely summer nature walk.
CLEAN UP your neighbourhood this EARTH DAY for a happy planet
On April the 22nd, it will be Earth Day, and what could be a better day to do a clean-up of our outdoor spaces. So why not join me today and pick up all or some of the rubbish you find outside. Because every bit of plastic removed from our natural environment will improve our planet’s health.
Why I absolutely love drying laundry outside and you might too
Nothing beats fresh clean laundry, drying in the sunshine, and being blown in the wind. Your clothes will smell lovely and fresh, and you will even save some euros on your bills. So if you’re not currently line drying your clothes, you might want to try it and see if you like it.
Bathrooms in Ireland, what you need to know about their interesting quirks
If you’ve ever been to Ireland or Britain, you might have noticed that the taps in most bathrooms are a bit different. If you’re planning a trip to Ireland or Britain, you might also want to know what is so different about the bathrooms here.
Emigrating to Ireland, finding a home
When moving abroad, it can be daunting and overwhelming, you might only focus on one aspect of it, and forget the rest. But it is important to not forget a major aspect of moving abroad, the new house.
So how do you find a new house when moving to Ireland?
Waiting for spring after a long winter
Like most, I dream of spring during winter, of the return of lush green grass and yellow daffodils popping up. Pining for birdsong to fill the mornings and the sun to warm my face.
Heating with oil in Ireland
Heating your house with oil. Here in Ireland, it’s a regular occurrence, especially in the more rural areas. But how does it work exactly and why do people use it? Like most people I know, I’ve only ever heated my house with gas or electricity. But our new home is heated through oil, so I’ve done some digging on heating with oil.
Why a nature walk is important for a simple life
A walk is such a simple thing. It can clear your head and bring peace to your soul. I find it to be an essential part of a more mindful and simple life. For a walk, especially in nature, will help you focus on the present. It will help you to slow down and see all the beauty that life has to offer.