Monthly Archives: August 2009

The Final Two

Posted on August 31, 2009 by

:: Very little summer weather this year in these parts, but chasing it one weekend brought such joy, such light, such memories! The Final Three can be found here The Final Four can be fond here The Final Five can … Continue reading →

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Reclaiming Simple Sundays

Posted on August 30, 2009 by

Well today seemed to focus on food! I spent the day with people who don’t like the outdoors, can you imagine? So I only managed to drag them out for a quick 15 minute walk ;0) :: I wanted to … Continue reading →

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The Final Three

Posted on August 29, 2009 by

Three days…. :: Contemplating jumping off the dock :: Considering how to afford a canoe :: Cautiously optimistic about homegrown potatoes! Final Four can be found here Final Five can be found here And since it is Saturday, that can … Continue reading →

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The Final Four

Posted on August 28, 2009 by

Four days left, best summed up by photographs rather than words: :: Breathing in the sea air :: Strolling along the quay :: Loving solitude :: Pleasure found in the simplest of things :: Escapism found through music Take the time … Continue reading →

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The Final Five…..

Posted on August 27, 2009 by

I always view 31 of August as the last day of summer; today it hit me, we’re on the last 5…so I thought I would take the time to share and savor the moments enjoyed this summer, the special times, … Continue reading →

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A Good Quote

Posted on August 26, 2009 by

At this moment there are six billion, four hundred and seventy one million, eight hundred & eighteen thousand, six hundred and seventy one people in the world. Some are running scared. Some are coming home. Some tell lies to make it through the day. … Continue reading →

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Good For The Soul

Posted on August 25, 2009 by

:: Homemade Aztec soup with homemade bread & a slice of watermelon :: Blackberries almost ready for picking and perfect for making jam! :: Handpicked flowers :: Memories of beautiful sandy beaches & a very vague memory of the day … Continue reading →

Posted in Giving, Oh so Blessed | 5 Comments

A Very Heavy Heart

Posted on August 24, 2009 by

Ever since I read this story about two children kicking & punching a 5 year old with cancer before spraying her with an aerosol can and attempting to set her alite, I have felt a heavy heart, a very heavy … Continue reading →

Posted in Dreams, Faith, Giving | 19 Comments

Reclaiming Simple Sabbath Sundays

Posted on August 23, 2009 by

Early this morning, I set off to Exmouth for a lovely walk along the sea. I try to make sure I take my mum out 1/2 Sundays, so I picked her up and off we went. We walked for about … Continue reading →

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The £5 Weekly Shop!

Posted on August 20, 2009 by

After last week’s shop, I spent another £5 on some items on sale (orange juice, cheese, bran, tomatoes) as a result I’ve given myself an interesting challenge this week, I’m going to eat out of my pantry and freezer! Now … Continue reading →

Posted in Frugal Food, Groceries, Uncategorized | 12 Comments