Peaceful Home Blog

the joy of letting go
Interesting how getting rid of so much seems to make life a lot busier! As my previous posts explain, my husband and I are downsizing by moving to a smaller

downsizing
I have learned that I can love to live anywhere. Six years ago my beautiful partner and I moved in together. We choose this large two bedroom rental in an

home address
Shedding people and stuff provided the best protection from the elements. With this admission, I am not surprised that I am a minimalist.

mindful moments month
Join me in noticing the beautiful transitions in nature throughout the month of September!
found time
There is a certain thrill when noticing that although it is dark out, it is actually only 9pm. The pleasure of losing light in late August!

Declutter as if you are moving
Declutter every day as if you are downsizing. Helpful ideas to prepare for the inevitable, at a pace that is comfortable for you.

leaving facebook
ย Sea turtle rescues on video, lengthy political rants and daily selfies. Multiple captures of tasty food and romantic moments. 25 versions of outrage about an appalling news item. It

the value of our lives
In a recent CBC article, Erin Collins asked, โWhat would you grab with a fire breathing down your neck?โ Highlighted were a few brief stories reflecting the tough choices made

mindful romance
My husband and I did not speak to each other all night. And it was heavenly.

a minimalist’s journal
I take one week holidays in the country during Winter, Summer and Fall. Each sojourn is an opportunity for my busy brain to slow down. Although it can take up

a daily slow down
Say that title out loud and it sounds like a country dance. Yet the mood of this post is decidedly quieter with a lower heart rate! My regular readers know

just sit
by Karl Pruner What is meditation? There may be as many answers as there are meditators. As a practitioner for forty four years, I can only say for sure what