What's bringing you comfort these days? Family time, kitten cuddles, walks with my dog, binge watching historical dramas, tasty food (specifically nachos made with leftover vegetarian chili), and craft projects are keeping me going. As the pandemic continues, and the nights grow longer, I worry about the coming months. Covid-19 cases are increasing daily in… Continue reading Seasonal Comforts
Category: Natural Living
Macro Monday #48
It was a busy day in the garden. A few weeks ago we planted seeds for the new flower bed. (You can check out pictures of our DIY projects here). Half of them didn't sprout which was pretty disappointing. We expected to have a lot of nasturtiums from the seeds we collected last year, but… Continue reading Macro Monday #48
The Gardener
Have I lived enough?Have I loved enough?Have I considered Right Action enough,have I come to any conclusion?Have I experienced happiness withsufficient gratitude?Have I endured loneliness with grace?I say this, or perhaps I'm just thinking it.Actually, I probably think too much.Then I step out into the garden,where the gardener, who is said to be asimple man,is… Continue reading The Gardener
Today’s Garden Report
Over the last week I've been in a sort of quarantine slump. My partner has gone back to work and his life has more or less returned to normal. My teenage daughter's mood reflects my own; it's hard to keep the team's morale up when I feel somewhat despondent at this stage. We were both… Continue reading Today’s Garden Report
My Five Things
Recently I've seen this "tag" on other WordPress sites that I follow. I enjoyed reading Vee and Rebecca's responses. No one has tagged me but I feel inspired to write a post anyway. I don't know what all of the original categories were. It seems each blogger adapts the prompt a little to suit themselves,… Continue reading My Five Things
Life Under Lockdown
This is the eighth day Ireland has been officially under full lockdown. We are still permitted to leave home to buy groceries, attend medical appointments, and go outdoors for brief exercise as long as we stay within 2 km of home. Social distancing must be practiced in public, and the few grocery shops which have… Continue reading Life Under Lockdown
It’s No Joke: Vaccinate Your Kids
When did mumps become a laughing matter? Last time I checked the disease is associated with significant pain and serious complications can occur. A few days ago someone uploaded The Great Mumps Scandal of Schull on Urban Dictionary, about the recent mumps outbreak in West Cork, as if it's a big joke. Wt actual f?… Continue reading It’s No Joke: Vaccinate Your Kids
Head to Toe Natural Skincare Products: Safe, Ethical and Eco-Friendly
I work as a health and fitness professional so all aspects of well-being are important to me. In addition to exercising and eating a nutritious whole foods diet, I am selective about what skincare products I use. With Christmas coming next month I'm already on the lookout for more toiletries. Every year our stockings include… Continue reading Head to Toe Natural Skincare Products: Safe, Ethical and Eco-Friendly
Saving the Spirit of Christmas: Less Is More
Last summer my family had the honor of being featured in the Irish Examiner's Parents for the Planet series. We were interviewed about our lifestyle, and while there are a few mistakes, the main point is that we are committed to caring for the environment. (For instance, I was not a mother when I first… Continue reading Saving the Spirit of Christmas: Less Is More
Confessions of a Patchwork Momma 