Ostara is celebrated around the spring equinox, usually on March 20 or 21, when day and night are almost equal. It marks the moment when the light begins to win over the darkness and the days slowly grow longer. In many nature-based traditions, Ostara is a celebration of renewal. The earth is waking up after … More š± Ostara, Day & Night, and more
I think Iāve just realised where my trust line is. Recently I bought a book about canning. And while I already feel confident with water bath canning, pressure canning is a whole different level. Itās not something you casually experiment withāitās about safety, not just taste. And thatās exactly where my hesitation kicked in. I … More Old Books, Real Knowledge
Today is the day when, for a brief moment, day and night are exactly the same length. From now on, the days will slowly become longer than the nights. Even if itās only by a few seconds at a time, the light will gradually win over the darkness. Iāve always found this day special. It … More When Day and Night Are the Same Length
For two days in a row, I had the same quiet visitor. Almost in the exact same spot, too. A snake. I have to admit ā I love snakes. Not in the āI want one as a pet at homeā kind of wayā¦ but out here, in nature, they feel right. Like they belong. Like … More The Same Visitor, Two Days in a Row
Last week was full of outdoor work. It felt like the garden was slowly waking up after winter. At the beginning of the week there was still plenty of snow around. Itās always funny how quickly things change at this time of year ā one day everything is white, and a few days later youāre … More Cleaning the Greenhouse and Starting the First Seeds Outdoors
Friday’s sunset caught my attention. The sun looked unusually big and deep red. It felt like I was in another country – like from movies. The color was so unusual ā that heavy, dark red that you donāt see very often. The sky around it was much softer, almost pale, which made the sun stand … More The Big Red Sun
Remember I shared the edible cookie dough recipe here, yesterday: They made a video showing how they make the dough. Usually I help with something, but this time I took bath, so they can do whatever! Linna edited the video, and I like how it turned out! It’s real, and it’s rough š Go watch … More Edible Cookie Dough Recipe – the video
Sometimes the best part of baking cookies is not the cookies themselves ā itās the spoonfuls of dough before the tray even reaches the oven. I did that all the time when I was a kind. Now it’s unsafe for many reasons (well, I still do!), so my kids find the safe recipe. This recipe … More Edible Cookie Dough (Safe to Eat!)
In February, the author looks forward to spring gardening and begins sowing various seeds indoors and outdoors using methods like winter sowing. While some seeds thrive, others take longer to germinate or struggle. The post lists various seeds being grown, emphasizing experimentation and the joy of nurturing plants for future growth. … More February Seeds: Some Sprouted, Some Didnāt
After months of darkness, light slowly begins to take the lead… I can’t wait for Spring equanox to happen! Here in the north, winter doesnāt disappear immediately. There may still be snow in the garden, frozen patches on the paths, and muddy ground everywhere. But if you look closely, you can feel that something has … More Shaking Off the Winter Blues
I was never a huge IKEA fan, butā¦ it turns out Iām spending quite a lot of money there and even all of our holidays building their furniture. My first real encounter with IKEA was last summer, when we decided to buy temporary bedroom furniture. It turned out to be easy to install and looked … More Our Holidays, Apparently, Are for Building IKEA
Spring is slowly returning, and the garden is starting to wake up! In this video, I take a walk around my garden to see whatās happening: my raised beds are beginning to take shape, snowdrops are starting to appear, and I check on the plants I sowed over the winter in my mini greenhouses. I … More Spring is here!
Late February always feels like a strange in-between season. The sky stays grey, snow lies heavy on the ground, and it often feels as if winter might never end. The days move slowly, and everything becomes a little dull and tiring. This year felt exactly like that. Snow kept falling, trees were covered in ice, … More Is Spring on Its Way?
I have a small piece of news to share. YouTube After thinking about it forā¦ wellā¦ for 13 years, I finally started a YouTube channel. At the moment there are only two videos there. One of them is in Latvian, but please donāt let that stop you from visiting anyway. You can still come along, … More Some news to share š±
I was lucky enough to see the aurora ā the Northern Lights ā for the third time this year: First time: Second time: This time, Aurora was pretty pink š I think Iām living in the most beautiful and peaceful place. Right after saying that, I remembered our aggressor neighbour is only 90 km awayā¦But … More Third time is a charm!
Lately, Iāve been ill.Nothing dramatic, nothing you can clearly point a finger at ā just this exhausting, dragging 37.2 Ā°C (about 99 Ā°F) that keeps coming back. On paper it doesnāt sound like much, but in my body it feels awful. Aching muscles, heaviness in every limb, that strange āalmost-fluā feeling, and a constant tiredness … More Somewhere Between Sick and Fine
I’m not feeling well, as I wrote yesterday: Today I took sick leave till Monday. It feels a little strange to press the pause button after three weeks of vacation… I know this is what my body has been asking for. For now the plan is simple ā rest, warm cups of tea, and quiet … More A pause till Monday
I couldnāt work today, yet I didnāt take a sick leave because the thermometer showed only 37.2C (98.96āÆĀ°F). A small, unimpressive number that makes you apologize instead of resting. Still, my body told a different story. Last night I woke up at 1 a.m. with an itchy, painful throat, a stuffed nose, and irritation in … More Not Sick Enough ā Yet Not Okay
There is a tradition I grew up with ā Latvian, I think (though I wouldnāt be surprised if it exists in other countries too): on New Yearās Eve, the table should hold twelve dishes. I clearly remember my grandmother telling me that even salt and pepper count. Back then, Latvia was poor. Under Soviet rule, … More Twelve Dishes on the New Yearās Table
Snow was falling quietly when I noticed a family of deer near the house. I was watching from the living room door, camera in hand, when they suddenly ran off ā not because of me, but startled by the neighborās dog barking. In the deep snow, they didnāt look elegant at all. More like tumbling … More A Snowy Evening with Deer
My comfort food is as Latvian as it gets ā gray peas with bacon and onions.Nothing fancy, nothing trendy. Just honest food that warms you from the inside. Gray peas with bacon and onions donāt try to impress. They simply are. And somehow, thatās exactly what I need. And gray peas are special, read more … More Comfort Food, Latvian Style
Do you remember this blog post? I started this little practice almost without expectations. One message a day ā not read, just burned and sent out to the universe. No analysing, no overthinking. Just trust, intention, and letting go. Today is January 2nd, and I opened the very last one.This time, I am supposed to … More The Last One – The Real One
Everyone seems to be making New Yearās resolutions today. Lists, goals, promises to become someone faster, better, more disciplined. That has never really been for me. If anything, I feel ready to do the opposite ā to slip deeper into winter. To rest. To unwind. To let life move slowly for a while. Outside, the … More First of January
Iām not sure I want to dive into how this year wentā¦ and you know what? It doesnāt matter. Some years are meant to be understood; others simply survived. What matters is this: weāre looking forward. Lessons taken, weight put down, hearts a little tougher, a little wiser. Onwards we go ā heads held high, … More Year 2025
After making crĆØme brĆ»lĆ©e over the holidays, we ended up with a mountain of egg whites. I didnāt want to waste a single one, so we brainstormed what to make next. Thatās how chocolate mousse entered the picture ā our first time making it! Nelle was thrilled. She has a true love for anything chocolaty, … More š« Chocolate Mousse with Egg Whites
Finally, the snow is here. I donāt know if it will stay for a while or melt away as quickly as it arrived, but for now ā itās here. And I love it. The world feels quieter under snow. Softer. The yard, the house, the road ā all of it suddenly feels a little more … More Snow Is Here ā At Least for Today
I was always a bit against making crĆØme brĆ»lĆ©e at home. Not because itās difficult. But because I love it too much. Itās one of those desserts I prefer to keep slightly out of reach ā something you order occasionally, savor slowly, and then let go. I was genuinely afraid that if I learned how … More Holiday CrĆØme BrĆ»lĆ©e
I didnāt plan to make three desserts over the holidays… I planned to make one. It all started innocently enough with crĆØme brĆ»lĆ©e. The kind that feels festive but calm. Nothing extravagant ā just a proper, classic dessert for the holidays. And then I counted the eggs. Sixteen egg yolks. Which meant sixteen egg whites … More How One Dessert Turned Into Three (or: The Holiday Egg Math)
I loved this. Truly loved it. I had to share this recipe! Iāve baked a lot of quick breads over the years ā soda bread, all kinds of fast no-yeast solutions, seed and pumpkin breads when I want something nourishing without waiting. They all have their place.But these bagels? This was something else. Two main … More Just Two-Ingredient Breakfast Bagels (Oven Baked)
I started without a plan… as usual. Around the winter solstice, I took small pieces of paper and wrote sentences ā not wishes in a fairytale sense, but states of being. Simple, honest things. Health. Calm. Steadiness. Warmth. Written in the present tense, as if they already existed, or at least as if they were … More Interesting thought…
The last week of October slipped quietly into November, bringing with it shorter days, colder mornings, and a house full of stories. It began with the clock change ā that small yearly ritual that somehow feels bigger than it is. Every autumn, when the hour shifts, I feel it not just on the clock but … More Between the Clock Change and the Xray
I havenāt been blogging daily for a while now ā and I miss you all! ā¤ļøNot sure I have the time to get back to daily posts again, but it was lovely while it lasted ā more than a year in a row!Check out this rainy morning bird on the electricity pole doing yoga. āš¦ … More I Miss You All
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Iāve added an option to translate the page into English, so youāre very welcome to visit and read about me this October! Ilze
I havenāt been very active latelyā¦ Thereās a lot I could share, but I guess most of it will stay on my hard drive and never see the light of day. Lately, Iāve been thinking about moving away from WordPress.com and trying WordPress.org. I wonāt be hosting it on my own server, so Iām exploring … More Looking for Hosting Advice
You can read about my rainy day here: https://dzivezemozola.wordpress.com/2025/10/12/lietaina-oktobra-svetdiena/ Ilze
I’ve been thinking about creating a new blog (again) ā this time, in my native language, Latvian. Andā¦ I finally did it! You can read my very first post here: You’re welcome to visit for some photos, or use auto-translate if you’d like to read the text. Iām not sure where this new space will … More I did it!
Iāve been thinking a lot lately about how easily the internet lets thieves hide behind links and shadows. I recently experienced it myself (see āWhen Someone Links to Your Blog Without Permissionā), and the feeling is sharp and painful. But I realized: Iām not alone. Many of you have had your writing, your photography, your … More For Every Creator Whose Work Has Been Stolen ā Iām Sorry
— UPDATE: I’m talking about the blogs that make 50 posts a day, and all of them are from other bloggers. — Feeling down. The other day, I noticed someone had taken one of my blog post titles and featured image and made a post on their own blog. At first, it looked like my … More When Someone Links to Your Blog Without Permission
I just want to pause for a moment and say thank you to everyone who replied to my last post, āWhy are you following my blog?ā. Reading through all your thoughtful, kind, and encouraging comments truly made my day. I felt so much love and connection in your words ā from curiosity about Latvia, to … More A Heartfelt Thank You š
Hi, Can you share in the comments: why are you following my blog? Thanks, Ilze
Today marks the moment when the night becomes longer than the day. The sun sets earlier, the shadows stretch, and the cool evening air lingers just a little longer. Itās a quiet reminder that the year is turning, that autumn is deepening, and that our pace of life can slow along with the shortening days. … More The Night Grows Longer
Today I finally feel better, and Iām back to work again. Itās such a relief after feeling unwell for a while. Iām grateful that my work allows me this kind of flexibility ā I can do it from home, on my computer, without the need for anything physically demanding. Working remotely makes such a difference. … More Back to Work Today
Found this in the bonfire site. Ilze
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10 steps! Back inside… Ilze
For the first time in my life, I felt something I had only heard other people talk about. My back gave out on me. One wrong move and suddenly I realized how much we rely on our spine for everything ā standing, walking, sitting, moving, even breathing feels different now… I can’t la/tilugh. Tomorrow I … More I Threw My Back Outā¦
The weather outside is getting colder, and the days are starting to feel shorter. Autumn is slowly settling in, and Iāve been preparing myself for the usual quiet of the garden as the season changes. But today I had a lovely surprise. Some say that when the weather gets colder and colder, zucchini stops producingābut … More A Surprise in the Garden
On the weekend, I had a lovely walk with my mom in PƤrnu, Estonia. It felt like such a treat to step away from daily routines and just wander together. The city has this calm charmāwide streets, a gentle seaside air, and a pace that invites you to slow down. We didnāt rush anywhere. We … More A Walk in PƤrnu
This week we finally installed lamps on our huge window. They arenāt meant to be the main light in the room but more of a gentle mood light. Iāve been craving that kind of soft glowāsomething that doesnāt overwhelm but adds a quiet atmosphere once the evening sets in. Right now, Iām not sure how … More Lamps by the Big Window
Girls are feeling much better. We went out together, and it felt so good to mark the day with a little outing. HelmÄ« was glowing, of courseābirthdays always bring that special sparkle. And what did she order to drink? Not juice, not soda, not even a milkshakeā¦ but water. With an umbrella. Yes, with an … More Girls Are Feeling Much Better, and HelmÄ«ās Birthday Celebration
Our youngest turned ten today! š HelmÄ« has always been full of surprises ā sheās the kind of kid who wonāt just do or say what you expect, and that makes her truly extraordinary. Sheās fun, clever, and has her own way of looking at the world. Right now, she dreams about being a clothing … More Today is HelmÄ«ās 10th Birthday!
This week was finally the moment weāve been waiting for ā time to install the decorative corbels on the arch! āØ We had to make a few adjustments to the arch itself first. Nothing ever goes completely smoothly in renovation, but with a bit of grinding down and reshaping, we got it ready. We spray-painted … More Adding Corbels to Our Arch
The sofa pillows finally got their zippers! Iāve been slowly working through them, one by one, and after a few hours of careful sewing, almost all of them were done. Thereās something oddly satisfying about seeing a row of neat, functional pillows ready for the couch. I had to cook dinner. The kitchen kept me … More Sewing, Zippers, and Little Surprises
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I finally made a plum torte, and it was inspired by Ruthās post. Actually, it was her post from a year ago that planted the seed: Original Plum Torte in NYC. Back then, our renovation was in full swing, and I completely forgot about it. But yesterday, I stumbled upon Ruthās newer post, and it … More Plum Torte ā Inspired by Ruth
Yesterday was such a magical evening. The full moon turned red during the eclipse, and it was breathtaking to watch! The moon glowing in that deep red color was both strange and beautiful. I loved every moment of it. Mostly, I loved seeing my girlsā curious faces and hearing them voice chat with friends all … More Blood Moon
My back isnāt getting better. It keeps hurting and limiting my movement, which makes even the smallest daily tasks feel heavier than they should. Today is another hot one ā hot and wet, like being trapped in a sauna. Iām all sweaty, struggling to breathe, and honestly, Iām not a big fan of this kind … More Hot Days, Tired Back, and String Bean Harvest
Today felt unusual for September ā the thermometer showed +28Ā°C, and the heat weighed heavily on me. My back hurt, and I couldnāt quite figure out why. I decided to take a short walk, hoping the fresh air would help, but instead, I ran into thick smoke from someone burning woodchips and branches right next … More A Hot September Day and Pizza Night
It has been raining a lot again, but this morning the world felt different. When I woke up, everything outside was wrapped in a gentle fog. To my surprise, it wasnāt cold at allāit was warm, soft, and inviting. I decided to take a short walk before breakfast, thinking it would be the perfect way … More A Foggy Morning Surprise
Weāre still stuck without our car! š The hybrid battery is still causing trouble, and while JÄnis managed to find a used part that might solve the problem, nothing is certain yet. And of course, the school year has already startedā¦ which makes life without a car a real headache. So whatās the solution in … More Still Without a Carā¦
Itās not every night you get woken up at 2 a.m., and usually, when Janis does it, itās because something serious is happening. In our 15 years together, itās only happened twiceāand both times it was because I needed to call an ambulance. Kidney stones are never fun. But last nightā¦ last night was different. … More Woken Up by Magic
Yesterday I had what felt like a brilliant idea: bake a meringue lemon pie (First day of school). šš„§ Iād made one before, and it was just the right balance of tart and sweet. But, of course, that recipe was written down somewhere on paper, and since I didnāt post it online (like I usually … More The Meringue Lemon Pie… Sugar Coma!
The first day of school is here! The kids are going back, and as always, it feels a little bit crazy for our family. You know how it is ā we work from home, and usually we donāt have to go anywhere early in the morning. Suddenly, September arrives, and everything changes. Now itās time … More First Day of School!
The last day of vacation is here. Tomorrow is not only my first day back at work, but also the school year starts. We really need to get ready for itā¦ and honestly, I havenāt done much preparation at all…. But the big news of today is the sofa ā itās finally ready! I absolutely … More Vacation Day 31 ā The Last Day
I started my day with a watercolor doodle. This time I decided to try drawing an amanita mushroom ā such a classic forest symbol of autumn. It was fun to play with the bright red cap and little white dots. Later in the day, I didnāt really feel like going out, but we were invited … More Vacation Day 30 ā Watercolors, a Garden Party, and a Sunset
In the morning, I went for a walk and brought home a beautiful maple leaf. I even tried drawing it later. It didnāt turn out exactly as I imagined, but considering Iāve had no prior training in art, I think it came out pretty well. It feels so refreshing to slow down, notice these little … More Vacation Day 29 ā Leaves, Sewing, and Small Joys
I started the day at 6:45ā¦ just woke up, without an alarm! Not sure why, but I decided to take the day as it comes. First thing, I went for a walk and collected maple samaras ā their shapes are so perfect and delicate. Feeling inspired, I tried my hand at watercolor and painted the … More Vacation Day 28 ā Morning Walk, Watercolors, and Foraging
The morning greeted us with a chill in the air ā colder than usual, a gentle reminder that autumn is on its way. On my walk I noticed the grass covered in dew, and the spider webs glistening like lace in the morning light. It was such a beautiful sight, delicate threads sparkling as the … More Vacation Day 27 ā Sunshine and Sewing
Day 26 morning started with a little surprise ā we found a snake skin in the greenhouse! I guess my greenhouse is cozy enough that even a snake decided to hang around. I actually love the look of the skin, so Iām drying it and will keep it in a jar as a little keepsake. … More Vacation Day 26 ā Car Troubles and a Snake Surprise
I went to the garden and collected a few new beetroots and carrots – regular ones and purple ones. We had potatoes together with chicken legs; they made a hearty dinner. Itās such a rainy and cold day outsideā¦ perfect for staying cozy inside with comfort food. JÄnis brought me a cinnamon roll, and the … More Vacation Day 25 ā Rainy Garden Harvest and Cozy Evening
Day 24 was all about pillows! The sofa set came with five, but itās designed for sixā3+2+1āand that missing pillow was bothering me. So, I decided to make a new one. Luckily, I have a serger, which made the job so much easier. Since itās an inside pillow, I left the seams on the outsideāno … More Vacation Day 24 ā Pillow Project and Fabric Decisions
I cut all the tops of the pumpkin plants, hoping they will grow strong and be ready soon. Tops look so beautiful, full of promiseāIām even thinking about putting them in a vase just to enjoy them indoors for a little while. Thereās something magical about seeing the garden transition from summer to autumn, and … More Vacation Day 23 – Autumn Whispers in the Garden
Today I spotted the cat in the craziest sleeping position on the chair ā he looked like he could slip down at any minute! Itās always amusing to see how flexible they can be. Finally, all the extra pillows arrived, though Iām still waiting on the fabrics. My plan now is to add more pillows … More Vacation Day 22 ā Cozy Corners and Pillow Plans
At night was heavenlyābut not in the way you might think. The rain came down in a steady, soothing drizzle, and the air felt cool and damp, like the first whispers of autumn. Roads suffered… again. This morningāor perhaps more accurately, early afternoon, since we woke up late it was sunny! I went out with … More Vacation Day 21 ā A Wet, Autumn-Like Evening
Day 20 felt calm and comforting. I made a hearty soup from our homegrown chicken carcass, adding potatoes from JÄnisās parentsā garden, my own carrots, string beans, and onions. The kitchen filled with the warm, earthy aroma of fresh ingredients coming togetherāsimple, nourishing, and completely satisfying. And, of course, I had to eat it with … More Vacation Day 20 ā Soup, Rain, and a Little Treasure
Finally, the tractor arrived to collect the hay we had mowed. Here, thereās a law that hay must be properly cleared from the meadows ā you canāt just mow and leave it on the ground. So it was such a joy to see the hay being gathered, dried, and then rolled into neat bales! The … More Vacation Day 19 ā Hay, Zucchini, and a Busy Yard
I was out in the garden when suddenly I noticed a little bird landing in the sweet peas ā only about four meters away from me. Moments like this make me so grateful for todayās phones. Of course, a camera would have been better, but there was no way the bird was going to wait … More Vacation Day 18 ā A Little Visitor
I went out to the garden just to check if we had enough yellow beans for lunch, and instead I came back with a full basket of sugar peas (and a bit of beans)! The kids ate quite a lot of them fresh, and I did too. Still, Iām thinking of cooking a stew with … More Vacation Day 17 ā A Basket of Peas
I went for a 5 km walk with JÄnis. On the way, we spotted bees, a butterfly caterpillar, an overturned beetle, and even a little stream. Everything just feels more romantic when Iām walking with my husband. š Back at home, weāve nearly finished eating through one of the romaine lettuce beds, but luckily two … More Vacation Day 16 ā Walks and Garden Notes
We said goodbye to our guests on Sunday, but the day still had a few surprises in store. For the past two years, JÄnisās mom has had this fantastic garden bench ā actually, two chairs joined together with a little table in the middle. Itās absolutely perfect for my height, weight, and heart :). While … More Vacation Day 15 ā Afternoon Tea and a New Bench
As expected, we had a lovely time the night before. JÄnis had his special moments with Oto, and I enjoyed the conversations around me. The next day was all about getting ready for our 15th wedding anniversary celebration. We started with lunch at our house, followed by cake, and then continued at JÄnisās parentsā place, … More Vacation Day 14 ā Anniversary Celebrations
Letās get back to documenting my vacation days. Honestly, I donāt know any other purpose for this than just to remember what I did and what I achieved. Itās like scrapbooking ā only in words. So, the previous night I went to bed at 3 AM (not my brightest idea), and of course, I was … More Vacation Day 13 ā Sewing, Mess, and a Warm Heart
Busy with celebration š Then. Now. Have a lovely weekend Ilze
Yesterday was a special one ā 15 years since our wedding! š Now, I know many couples celebrate by going out to a nice restaurant, but Iām just not that type. Sitting in a public place, where everyone sees you, hears you, and you have to politely ignore the noise aroundā¦ nope, not my idea … More Vacation Day 12 ā Our 15th Wedding Anniversary
Yesterday was supposed to be all about the photoshootā¦ but in reality, it turned into an Olympic-level event of outfit hunting. I spent the whole day digging through clothes, trying to match outfits to each kidās personal āstyleā and āpersonality.ā (Yes, sarcasm heavily implied.) Before all that chaos, I picked my straw flowers ā they … More Vacation Day 11 ā Our Annual āPhotoshootā
Today, JÄnisās father started cutting the grass across all our 7 hectares ā with a tractor, for hay. The storks kept a watchful eye over the whole process, like little supervisors in the field. I just love how everything looks after itās cut down ā so neat, fresh, and summery. We eat salads every day … More Vacation Day 10: Fields, Salads, and Starry Skies
These vacation day posts changed my style of blogging completely šI need a post about things I care about or experience, not a diary about each and every day… I spend most of my workday sitting in front of a computer, working with people. Iām not complaining ā I love my job ā but sometimes … More Why I Try to Walk 10,000 Steps Every Day
I didnāt feel great yesterday, so I stayed in bed and let myself sink into the soft, predictable comfort of Hallmark movies. I know, I knowā¦ but sometimes you just need that. While curled up, I ordered a few missing things for my sewing machine ā a hidden zipper foot, measuring tape, needles, and scissors. … More Vacation Day 9: Lazy Day
I was feeling a bit down yesterday, so I went to the forest. I foraged for chanterelles and russules, and ate a few bilberries ā enough to turn my mouth completely blue. Saw a huge patch of ferns and a whole field of heather (Calluna vulgaris). I couldnāt resist taking a few stems home. Butterflies … More Vacation Day 8: Forest Foraging & A Not-So-Great Ending
The morning started in the coziest way possible ā after breakfast I took my coffe in bed. JÄnis drove to the Gulbene to by some stuff for renovation and I was sipping my āmorningā coffee (around 2PMš ). JÄnis took out the package from Omniva, and my fabrics, threads, and zippers from a lovely little fabric … More Vacation Day 7: Fabric Delivery, Garden Tasks & a Full Moon Walk
Today started slowā¦ and stayed that way. I finally sat down to reply to all your lovely comments ā something I hadnāt managed to do for the past five days. It took quite a while to go through them all and answer each one, but it felt so nice to catch up. By 2 p.m., … More Vacation Day 6: Slow & Sweet
Iām finally sharing the clean sofa pictures! āØ Much better! Before: After: Yesterday was such a lovely day. Thanks to JÄnis, I now have my needles, and thanks to Baibaāwith her professional oil (she makes beautiful bags and purses)āboth my sewing machine and serger are now ready for upcoming projects. I even ordered fabric for … More Vacation Day 5: Clean Sofa & Sewing Plans
Today marks 369 days since I started posting daily about my life as a Latvian mom. Thatās a whole yearāplus a few extra days for good measure. What began as a small habit quickly turned into a rhythm I didnāt want to break. Some posts were brief, some were disorganized, but all were genuine. I … More 1 Year of Daily Posts: Life as a Latvian Mom
The morning started with another delicious salad straight from the garden. š„ I just love this daily ritualāfresh, simple, and full of summer flavor. The big news today? I finally brought my sewing machines back home. Itās been a whileāI originally gave them ājust for a weekāā¦ and never got them back. š But now … More Vacation Day 4: Sewing Machines, Zucchini & a Rare Rainbow
This morning started with collecting the delicate flowers of the common evening-primrose. Their soft yellow petals feel like little pieces of sunshineāwild, gentle, and fleeting. Then came a lovely breakfast straight from the garden, followed (of course) by my favorite ritual: coffee with ice cream. āš¦ All the sofa cushions are finally dry and clean! … More Vacation Day 3: Primrose Flowers, Sofa Dreams & A Bath
This morning began with something simple and lovely: fresh salad, dill, and crisp cucumbers from our garden, mixed with a touch of salt and kefir. Light, refreshing, and just rightāespecially before enjoying a coffee with a scoop of ice cream. I love mornings like thisāunrushed, soft, a little bit magical. Afterward, I headed out to … More Vacation Day 2: Ice Cream & Coffee, Furrows & Flower Namesakes
My first day of vacation wasā¦ nice. Nothing dramatic, nothing wild ā just the kind of slow, easy start Iāve been craving. I woke up at 9am (no alarm, thank you very much!), stretched out slowly. Breakfast was simple and nourishing ā some fresh veggies, which somehow taste even better when thereās no rush to … More Vacation Day 1: Walk, Horseflies and Sofa Cleaning
After months of juggling work, renovation dust, and family life, tomorrow marks the official start of my vacation! No meetings, no emailsājust time to breathe, stretch, and maybe even finish a cup of tea while itās still warm. š«āØ Yes, Iāve had time off beforeā¦ but it usually meant hard laborārenovating, cooking, fixing something. And … More Tomorrow Itās Official!
Soā¦ I finally found and bought a vintage sofa set! I was thrilled when I saw the photosācharming, with character and perfect curves – just like me :). But when it arrivedā¦ letās just say it doesnāt look exactly like in the ad. š It’s still ok… I paid 300 EUR for delivery (they came … More I Bought a Vintage Sofa Set!
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