It only seems like yesterday that I was announcing our move to America, and now here we are only two weeks away from actually going through with it. The past few months have been a whirlwind of paperwork and planning, list-making and decision-making. Last month, Matt and I headed to Richmond in Virginia to view some properties and get to know the area a little better. It passed in a blur…
Etsy Finds – Mother’s Day Gift Guide
I have fond memories of Mother’s Day from my childhood, when my three older brothers and I would take my mum breakfast in bed, along with flowers picked from the garden and a homemade card. This year will mark my third Mother’s Day as a mummy, and although I’m a long way off receiving anything from Henry himself, it’s lovely to be treated on his behalf! So, with Mother’s Day…
What’s In My Bag
I do love a peek into other people’s handbags, and the ‘What’s In My Bag’ post is still as intriguing to me now as it was when I first stumbled across them six or so years ago. There’s something fun and mischievous about discovering what delights other people carry about with them. And I usually come away with a number of goodies added to my wish list… oops! Now that…
What I’m Reading – February
Lately, I’ve noticed a change in the books I’ve been selecting. Rather than wanting to lose myself in a work of fiction, I find myself searching for books that do the opposite. I want books that trigger an awareness of my own thoughts, feelings, and perspectives. I want something that helps me discover my true self, a book which guides me into leading a more simplistic life, a more mindful…