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Storms, Popcorn, and Spiced Cherry Cider
by Krista | May 3, 2015 | Autumn
"For after all, the best thing one can do when it is raining is let it rain." Henry Wadsworth Longfellow It has been pouring in Southern Queensland. Solid, steady rain turning sun-baked earth into black spongy mud, filling wheelbarrows and planters, causing every...
Winter Gardens and Yellow Beans with Ham, Garlic, and Onions
by Krista | Apr 28, 2015 | Autumn
“It was such a pleasure to sink one's hands into the warm earth, to feel at one's fingertips the possibilities of the new season.” Kate Morton There is something deeply satisfying about reaching the end of a day spent gardening. To ease up on aching legs, rub your...
Cruise in Cuba to Discover the Real Thing
by Krista | Apr 27, 2015 | Autumn
I've been fascinated by Cuba for a long time, so I'm happy to share this post written in partnership with Thomson. -------------------------------------- Of all the Caribbean islands, Cuba is perhaps the most intriguing. Thanks to a rich revolutionary history and...
Autumn Treasures and Free Shipping for Wood-Burning
by Krista | Apr 25, 2015 | Autumn
It's a quiet Saturday morning, no wind, the sky bright blue with feathery clouds, baby goats sleeping soundly after their bottles. Last night we worked late bucking bales, filling the barn with hay before Winter arrives. I've always loved the smell of fresh hay. It...
When Work is Done
by Krista | Apr 23, 2015 | Autumn
"Each of us, when our day's work is done, must seek our ideal, whether it be love or pinochle or lobster à la Newburg, or the sweet silence of the musty bookshelves." O. Henry It's been a Lots Of Work To Do sort of week. Bottle-feeding our orphaned baby goats,...
Rain, Rest, and Ham Tomato Quiche
by Krista | Apr 21, 2015 | Autumn
It's been a beautifully restful weekend, quiet and cozy with rain falling gently. We've cocooned ourselves in as the unseasonable warmth of our Autumn has given way to cold harbingers of the Winter to come. We've unpacked flannel shirts and cozy slippers, sweaters and...
Little Happinesses and a Strawberry Tart with Vanilla Cream
by Krista | Apr 15, 2015 | Autumn
Autumn weather is here at last with stunning beauty. Chilly mornings where slippers and flannels are essential, followed by exquisite golden days of rich sunshine and cool breezes. I feel like I've come back to life and it is marvelous. Bear and I have been working...
A Little Bit of Beach Time
by Krista | Apr 13, 2015 | Autumn
I love mindfulness, meditation, stillness, whichever word you wish to apply to moments throughout the day when, no matter what you're doing, you stop, close your eyes, slow and deepen your breathing, slow and steady your heart rate, and linger in a place of physical,...
Cuppas in the Autumn Sun
by Krista | Apr 8, 2015 | Autumn
"Okay, this is the wisdom. First, time spent on reconnaissance is never wasted. Second, almost anything can be improved with the addition of bacon. And finally, there is no problem on Earth that can't be ameliorated by a hot bath and a cup of tea." Jasper Fforde Bear...
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