Author Archives: cindy

Seasons

Posted on March 15, 2010 by cindy

For the first time in years it felt a bit more like “winter” down here in sunny SW Florida.  I think “spring” has arrived, and I find myself eager to get out in the garden more.  I’m also entering a … Continue reading →

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Elderberry to the Rescue

Posted on February 15, 2010 by cindy

My son and I both battled a nasty cold last week.  As always, we used essential oils, vitamins, and and echinacea/goldenseal blend.  However, my son (who came down with it first), still struggled and it looked like he had a … Continue reading →

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Keys to Simplicity…Contentment

Posted on February 12, 2010 by cindy

When I began this journey, I started reading all I could about various skills, and how others have managed to make the switch to simpler lifestyle.  Along the way I’ve come to realize there are several key ingredients to living … Continue reading →

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Days Like This

Posted on January 29, 2010 by cindy

I love days like today!  I was home all day and enjoyed a peaceful, yet productive day.  I was able to start a couple things I’ve been wanting to try, and spend some time doing stuff around here that help … Continue reading →

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The Bottom of the Sink

Posted on January 22, 2010 by cindy

Our house was built in 1950 and had experienced various additions and renovations over the years before we purchased it 13 years ago.   The kitchen is small, but functional.  Not only do we not have a dishwasher, we don’t … Continue reading →

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Spinning and Weaving

Posted on January 19, 2010 by cindy

With fear and trepidation I decided to try and use some “fabric” I’d created with some fun textured yarn from Joann Fabrics, and the cotton warp already on my Union Loom.  I’m not very experienced at the the sewing machine, … Continue reading →

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Projects off the Loom

Posted on January 7, 2010 by cindy

I’m so excited!  I have been weaving on the same warp for months.  Because warping the loom is so time consuming, I have left everything on the loom and just continued to add projects.  I finally decided it was time … Continue reading →

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My Studio

Posted on January 6, 2010 by cindy

While I have enjoyed the cooler, drier weather, the past day or two have been downright cold.  I find myself staying indoors more, which means more time for creative endeavors!  Today I’m preparing fabric strips so I can finish a … Continue reading →

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Frost on my Florida Garden

Posted on January 6, 2010 by cindy

Woke up this morning to lots of frost on the ground.  I didn’t cover my plants last night, so I knew I was risking losing some plants.  Turns out it was cold enough, for long enough that even commercial farmers … Continue reading →

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Moving Forward

Posted on December 31, 2009 by cindy

It’s been a while — too long really — since I posted here.  Over the past several months I’ve dealt with a variety of family issues and had a health scare myself.  Through it all I’ve continued to try to … Continue reading →

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