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Feeling much gratitude... This beautiful house has become our second home this year and it's funny that we dreamed of living in a thatched cottage many years ago and now here we are.  We never imagined that when we first visited six years ago on a pet sitting assignment, that the owners would fast become such good friends - they offered to take care of Mabel while we are pet sitting and our arrangement is working out perfectly. We have visited frequently throughout the year and get to take over the kitchen and cook up vegan feasts for us all using fresh veggies from the garden. This time, we've been here for a couple of weeks - pet sitting their sweet chum as well as Mabel and today and we are heading back to Cornwall. I've found myself enjoying morning rituals again ( I go through phases of starting the day around 6am). I love early mornings and feel there’s magic in the quiet stillness, especially in this  quintessential English country cottage garden, which is a joy to s...

Most of us live in a culture that equates productivity with success and it's easy to feel like we're always falling behind. Our days are filled with tasks, meetings, and endless to-do lists, and we're led to believe that more is always better. But what if the key to a more fulfilling life lies not in doing more, but in doing less? Doing less is not about laziness or inaction - it's about living intentionally. When we reduce our commitments, we create space for what truly matters: joy, peace, and purpose. This shift allows us to focus on relationships, creativity, and self-care - the things that nourish the soul. Moreover, doing less can significantly reduce stress and burnout. By simplifying our lives, we give ourselves permission to rest, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters. This practice aligns with the principles of simple living, slowing down, and intuitive healing - all of which support holistic well-being. In a world that never stops moving, doing less ...

A Deeper Connection, One Page at a Time In a time of endless scrolling and constant distractions, one of the most powerful ways to build a lasting relationship might be the simplest...reading together. It’s more than just sharing a book - it’s about sharing a mindset, emotions, and a journey.  Couples who read together aren’t just passing time; they’re building a life of long-term intimacy, understanding, and joy. A Shared Language of Love Books open doors to conversations you might never have otherwise. Whether it’s a novel’s moral dilemma or a memoir’s raw honesty, discussing stories helps you see your partner’s values, fears, and dreams in a new light. It builds empathy, trust, and a deeper emotional connection. Grow Smarter, Together Reading stimulates the brain, reduces stress, and slows cognitive decline. When you do it with your partner, you create an intellectual partnership. You challenge each other, learn new things, and grow wiser - side by side. Over time, this shared c...