Some may think the title is a little lofty considering the subject of this post. Dan’s eyebrows raised as he exclaimed, “The stuff of dreams?!” before concluding, “Oh, books.” Not everyone shares my love and passion for books. Not everyone shares my love and passion for used books. But I love the stories they carry […]
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May
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16
May
We’ve had a beautiful weekend here at the Jay home. With plenty of time outdoors. Lots of sunshine and dirt under fingernails (hair, clothes and everywhere else). This little chef was busy making dinner for daddy. It always helps to have a sous-chef. Dinner was a paté of mud with sauteed rose hips and a sprinkling […]
15
May
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and […]
13
May
Joining Amanda at Soulemama for this moment. {this moment} – A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savour and remember. Wishing you all a sweet weekend!
11
May
On Sunday morning while Dan and the kids were out working in the garden I debated whether to put my feet up and knit or take the opportunity to bake on my lonesome. The possibility of bread, buns and cake was too tempting so I made a terrific mess and some yummy treats. I was […]
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Thanks for stopping by! I'm mommy to six lovely little people with a wonderful husband who loves us well. We spend our days homeschooling, baking, loving, laughing, cleaning and creating. Here's a little window into our joy, our chaos, our moments.