Monthly Archives: May 2011

Running

Posted on May 31, 2011 by

I’ve recently started running again. I’ve been six times in the last two weeks! Once upon a time I used to exercise… But that’s been a while. That became very much apparent when I put on my exercise pants for … Continue reading →

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Starting the week with…

Posted on May 30, 2011 by

rain. But that’s fine. As if to make sure I stick with my plan of doing nothing today, my body has sent me a clear message in the shape of a mean sore throat. I comply. Christmas song. Maybe not … Continue reading →

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Tick

Posted on May 28, 2011 by

So, here I am, at the end of this week that I started with a huge to-do-list. The list has been adorned by many satisfying ticks, phew. Not all of the things got done, but enough to make me feel … Continue reading →

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This Moment

Posted on May 27, 2011 by

A Friday ritual inspired by SouleMama. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment to pause, savour and remember. A happy weekend to all of you.. One more note … Continue reading →

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Bread

Posted on May 26, 2011 by

I love baking bread. I love the kneading, the waiting, watching the dough rise, the air puffing out when you press it down. I love how the dough comes together as you are kneading, the consistency of the dough just … Continue reading →

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Impromptu Picnic

Posted on May 25, 2011 by

Last night we spontaneously decided to pack our dinner into a basket and head off to the nearby park for a picnic. The last of the day’s sunshine, blue sky, and tomato risotto (delicious recipe from Apples for Jam) – … Continue reading →

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Strawberry picking

Posted on May 24, 2011 by

On Sunday we escaped the rainclouds that were gathering just above our house by going on a trip to a local Pick-Your-Own farm. The strawberries are out! Picking strawberries must be one of the best ways to get distracted from … Continue reading →

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Starting the week with…

Posted on May 23, 2011 by

a stack of new books from the library pocket mice and the original Sunshine Vest now up in the shop a huge, exciting (and a little bit daunting) to-do list for the week a good start in the knitting department … Continue reading →

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A Sunday Treat

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

So, I’ve just made the third batch of these yummy things in four days. They are not cold yet and already there are some missing. I came across the recipe over at house full of jays – thank you so … Continue reading →

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And the winner is…

Posted on May 22, 2011 by

To determine the winner of the 100th-post-flower-fairy-giveaway today we did the good old draw-a-name-from-a-hat. Kaya did the honours, and the winner is: kristin says: congratulations on #100! as a new follower, i’m really loving your blog. my daughter would really love … Continue reading →

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