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// Hello December!~: And Here We Are...

hauling and a-hauling...

Franklin had the last word which said it all and said it best, "I so love you Grace." And that's how we know our mothers in this world. This is it, as our countdown out of 2020 begins... The facts spoke (and keep on speaking) for themselves. We all had our ups and our downs and our sideways, and clutched onto what and where we found our balance, our centre, our refuge, stability I like to call it, to navigate the moments, the many, many moments of 2020. I've been tagged. Quiet behind-the-scenes truths from my world this year...

 

1. A much stronger morning espresso with sticking to my one good cup a day.

// Recent Reads, Laughs, and Little Pleasures...

And I'd add to that, kind communication with each other. It's amazing how a day can go from waking-up-fabulous, to 'unhinged', to absolutely wonderful!, and within hours, all because of gracious communication with each other, and our confidence with the behind-the-scenes. No apprehensions or anxieties necessary. We're thankful for those who have, and continue to be there. It's been a fully-loaded 2020 for most as we now reflect on the year that was, and begin looking ahead to 2021. Hands down, count ourselves truly blessed when in good health, have our go-to Brilliants, and are happily engaged in work we enjoy. Life is indeed a gift. More recent and loved reads, fun finds, and little gifted treats...

 

...  Kim Keever: Painting in water. Feels like dancing in slow motion. #9 :)

...  "Life is always now."

...  Did a lot of this this year. Can you relate?

...  Beating the cold and sparking curiosity.

...  Gifts for her: Winter Pine xo, Osmanthus blossom, and colourblock warmth.

...  And sometimes, we just want the best Yukon mashed potatoes.

 

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// Where November Finds Us...

Hello November! What are you up to as we begin a new month (and the second to last one too for 2020)? The year has certainly flown by with all its unexpected and continuing unknowns... In a nutshell— we're trying to keep up with the busies of October, which is a good thing. All the little overlaps, lovely surprize gifts and more that elevate these our chilly days. When Natalie sent me an unexpected email asking what colour I'd prefer: matte black or blue, I immediately said blue with sporting my complimentary work-from-home beauty lift that day, not realizing what she was actually up to. A few days later, the very enchanting Blue Spruce arrived and it was so so hard not to light this refreshing and relaxing forest escape right away. I hung in there (taking a whiff ever so often), and excitedly struck that match yesterday! 'Tis the season for stepping into our warmer wood and spicy botanical blends. More after the jump...

// Recent Reads, Laughs, and Little Pleasures...

It's safe to say (I'm thinking), that our young kids are fascinated by her and her vibrant British accent. Jo Frost's calm, firm, funny and consistent demeanor with a balanced approach unspirals the spiralling each and every week. She keeps us laughing along the way as she empowers Moms, Dads and the children themselves. We can never have too many tips and tricks in our pockets. How do we get to Carnegie Hall? More loved links from loved reads, finds, and shares for this our Tuesday...

 

...  30 breathtaking photos of fall colours in Ontario.

...  On keeping on: "Several times a day, notice that you're basically all right."

...  A rare blue moon will bring a Halloween treat to our skies. :)

...  Math struggles? 12 Signs and 7 Ways to help.

...  Love these interactive math flash cards.

...  And 'tis the season with this chilly weather dish in this! More than a plan.

 

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// Where All Our Days Merge Together...

{as heavy-duty as our frozen flavours got this month; no kidding here; my gram's after school friday treat with dinner - the fizzy mixed drink!; our three ingredient 'peach kola slushy'}

 

... and we can never get to bed early enough during the week. Can you relate? August has been super-busy for most getting all the necessaries in place for a smooth(er) year ahead. In some ways, it feels like getting ready for a new year (as in January), throwing out this and restocking that, wishing there was a safe bonfire happily waiting over the railings instead of having to relate to one item at a time, and becoming perplexed as to why it's taking an hour longer to slip into bed. We're blaming it on our crave for some light nighttime entertainment. It's an anxious and maddening world out there, understandably, and I've had many unraveling moments too. We need our calm, refueling things! These too have been the days of August. More of the month that was after the jump. Have a relaxing weekend everybody. ~xx