Category Archives: Simple Thoughts

When Life Isn’t so Simple

Posted on January 5, 2012 by cindy

We had several life changes last year…some more simple than others.  Funny, in striving to live a more simple, purposeful life, I have found that doesn’t necessarily translate into an EASIER life. The chickens are now residing in a new … Continue reading →

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Keys to Simplicity…Support

Posted on April 27, 2010 by cindy

Last night I had the opportunity to hang out and do some handcrafts with some friends from my homeschool support group.  The five of us are all pretty like-minded when it comes to learning skills, and preparing for an uncertain … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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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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Lending a hand

Posted on August 25, 2009 by cindy

Let’s face it — we’re all incredibly busy.  There is so much to do around the home, in the garden, with the children, and on the job.  It seems like our society has largely become so “me” focused, with everyone … Continue reading →

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Let there be light!

Posted on June 18, 2009 by cindy

A year ago I was blessed with a complete Aladdin Lamp, and the components for at least one more.  I had instructions, but it seemed a bit involved to get one going, so I put it on my “someday” list. … Continue reading →

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Recycle or Upcycle?

Posted on June 16, 2009 by cindy

A week or so ago I read a great post about “Upcycling” over at the Lizzy Lane Farm blog.  Although I didn’t know that it had a name, we have been working on doing more upcycling as part of our … Continue reading →

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