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Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life. We have lived in this house for almost two years now. And the garden has been my fortitude. Watching my husband get diagnosed with cancer and then brave through it was challenging and hard and the first few weeks I was so angry…
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Trust and communication
What quality do you value most in a builder? Wow I am struggling to write this post. My builder was a not so great a choice. we are constantly chasing him and we are now at the point where we may not want to continue with him. He lies. He mentioned that the plans had…
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Picking paint this week
What jobs to do? Some would think it was fun, some will think it’s stressful. I am half way in between. We went on a whirlwind trip to BnQ and bought some paint. Sadly it looks like the wrong one. this was a while ago. I want this room to be dark so my favourite…
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A life before everyone’s thoughts were aired
Do you remember life before the internet? I just finished a book. I thoroughly enjoyed it, can’t wait to read the next. I don’t read reviews until after. Then I read the reviews: not worth the hype, was so common. I just want to point this how to you. The author writes the book, then…
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I don’t need it all
What does “having it all” mean to you? Is it attainable? This is all I want in life Okay that sounds like having it all to me. I have never wanted to be super rich, it sounds boring. Everything on this list is attainable but it also means me putting in a lot of work.…
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Home renovation update
When designs become reality The upstairs is starting to look good. no where is finished. But we are so close. Wallpaper is up we just need panneling, carpet and the curtains back up. The floor tiles have been grouted in the bathroom and we are praying for no more leaks. The main bedroom is green…
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I am a sentimental creature
What personal belongings do you hold most dear? Everything in my home is loved or has a purpose. I love pretty much everything we own. I am sentimental about our house that belonged to my husbands family. The Shrank, furniture and mirrors.
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I collect feathers on my walk
Do you have any collections? I am an avid reader and I collect beautiful books( also everyday books because I live to read) , I pick up pretty and unusual shells on the beach, I take cuttings from just about every where I go but my favourite thing is feathers. I have 4 jars each…
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Lots of plants need the the cold
How do you feel about cold weather? I love winters and the cold. It has changed a lot since we had a log burner. Our cold days are no longer so cold. The garden needs the cold. Lots of bulbs and plant actually need it in order to bloom. Tulips and strawberries both need a…
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A wonderful start to a Sunday
A productive day It’s just gone 13:00. My third wash is on for the day. We have had two pots of coffee a big fry up. Mowed the allotment and now I am chilling. The sun is brilliant. The stingy nettles are vicious and I can stop now. I till have a few more washes…
Dysfunctional Planner
The joys of planning our small terrace house,travel and all that life throws at me
Dysfunctional Planner 