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During today's walk, I was delighted to see spring emerging in the vibrant blooms of yellow narcissus flowers! These cheerful bursts of color are a heartwarming sign that spring is just around the corner here in the South of England. It's truly a joy to witness nature awakening after a long winter slumber. How about your corner of the world? What does the weather look like? Share your own glimpses of the changing seasons in the comments section and let's all enjoy the beauty of nature.
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Thursday I went for a full moon walk around a small village in the South of England. Despite the chill in the air, there was something so magical about strolling under the full moon's glow, surrounded by nature and thatched buildings from another era. It's amazing how the cold increased the beauty and stillness of the night. It was just above freezing, but even that couldn't dampen the joy of being outside and experiencing the magic of the night. (I'm still happy dancing in the kitchen at finally being back in the UK!)
I hope you have a magical weekend~ This week I visited an old friend and while wandering around her home I noticed some of her collections and treasures. We had an interesting conversation about what we keep and why. Where do you draw the line between collecting and hoarding and how does one display their treasures? This picture doesn't do justice to the bottles she has on display, the sunlight from a near by window really set them off, as did the texture of the walls, painting and chest. The glass bottle collection became an art piece as a unit, making a statement besides the beauty of each textured bottle individually.
My mother collected postcards, glasses, shot glasses and many other things. She kept most of her treasures boxed up, which always felt a little sad to me. It seemed like a waste. Why collect something that you couldn't admire, touch or interact with? I seem to collect gems stones, jewellery and of course books! Soon my collections will have a new home and I'm so excited! What do you collect and why? How do you manage it? Let me know, I need ideas! Have a great weekend~ Happy Friday!
Just had to share a little slice of my day with you. Today, I decided to break away from the usual lunch routine and head straight to the beach. Because why not, right? As I sit here listening to the soothing sound of waves playing in the background, I feel so grateful to be here in this moment. There's something magical about being surrounded by the vastness of the sea, isn't there? It's like all the everyday worries get carried away with the tide and life just slows down. This impromptu beach escape has turned my ordinary lunch break into a mini-vacation. No schedules, no stress – just the simplicity of sunshine, waves, and the joy of being present in the moment. How about you? Ever ditched work for the beach during lunch? If not, highly recommend it. If yes, share your go-to beach spot! Let's spread the beachy happiness vibes. 🌴😊 #BeachLunch #NatureTherapy #SimpleJoys #FotoFriday Have you ever had one of those days when everything is going just fine, and then suddenly, it takes an unexpected turn? Well, Monday was one of those days. My adventure began with a simple plan: After a long day of work I wanted to bake some delicious stuffed jalapeños to snack on as I caught up on emails, texts and messages. I had everything ready, from the tofu, (it was drained and pressed,) to the jalapeño peppers. But when I reached for the peppers, I found only one lonely jalapeño remaining. Where did the other nine disappear to? It was a tragic culinary mystery! In moments of doubt, I believe in going with the flow and embracing spontaneity. So, I decided to scrap the jalapeno recipe and improvise. I grabbed some breadcrumbs and coated the tofu, I also added a few spices and off we went to the air fryer. I air-fried the tofu until it turned golden brown and crispy. Admittedly, I should have pressed the tofu a bit longer, but it turned out surprisingly well. Just as I was about to tuck into my tofu creation, there was another twist in store. The power went off, which was a surprise as it was a sunny afternoon. No storms or even any rain on the horizon. As I sat eating my tofu by candle light, I couldn't help but think about the simple pleasures of life and what we take for granted. For instance, electricity? Don't get me wrong, I wasn't worried, the cozy cottage was well-stocked with an abundance of candles, matches, lighters, etc. It was a pleasant weather and I had plenty of fruit and snacks to eat without cooking, but it was still an unexpected occurrence. Actually the thought of a slow, candlelit evening brought a smile to my face. My trusty Mac had a fully charged battery that should last for six hours, ensuring I had a source of light and entertainment. On the other hand, my cellphone and the all-important mobile hotspot were hanging on with less than 10% battery. However, the idea of being disconnected from the online world felt like a welcome respite. After numerous work meetings this week, I was grateful for this brief break, even if it meant sitting in the dark. Could this be a message to slow down? As I settled into the stillness of the darkened cottage, I contemplated the beauty of simplicity and a quiet evening. This was probably just what I needed to recharge and rest. It was during this moment that the power suddenly came back on. In retrospect, this unexpected power outage turned out to be a valuable reminder to unplug and rest. It reminded me of the importance of taking a break from the constant chaos of the digital world and appreciating the simple things in life. So, while the day didn't go as planned, it was a reminder that sometimes the unexpected can bring us the most valuable insights.
I hope you have a great day, full of unexpected twists and valuable lessons! Today, we're all set to observe the 'Ring of Fire' annular eclipse as it makes its journey across the United States. The eclipse is expected to reach its zenith over the Gulf Coast of Texas, roughly between 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. CT. We've planned out this adventure and are excited to be part of the watch party! Before we leave, I've made some snacks to keep us going throughout the day. I whipped up a batch of breaded tofu, (cooked in the airfryer,) banana /peanut butter smoothies, sliced veggies and hummus. It looks like its going to be an amazing day, with clear skies and cooler temps. Finally the heat wave is breaking! I've got to pack the car and then we are off.
More about this adventure soon~ Happy Friday! I am continuing the search for a vegan banana pudding / banana bread mash up. It's tough work but someone must try all these samples, lol. Of course, I used banana nice cream for the base, added in more sliced bananas, coconut whipped cream, walnuts and made a maple sauce for the topper. It was actually amazing, but may require more sampling.
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