May brings fresh energy and blooming beginnings. This month, I’m focusing on garden tasks, creative projects, and grounding routines like journaling in my grimoire. With no big renovation plans (maybe just the bathroom…), I’m choosing to slow down, reflect, and enjoy the rhythm of spring—especially with Nelle turning thirteen! … More May Goals & Intentions
Yesterday’s challenging walk transformed into a delightful adventure when 9-year-old Helmī found joy in photography with my old Canon. Despite a rough start, she blossomed with curiosity, capturing Latvia’s beauty through her eyes. It’s heartwarming to witness her potential as a budding photographer for our blog! … More Seeing the World Through Helmī’s eyes
The author discovers “cottagecore” through a quiz and learns it represents a simple, rural lifestyle filled with cozy, nature-themed aesthetics. This trend, which gained popularity during the pandemic, emphasizes vintage décor, gardening, and crafting. The author resonates with cottagecore, identifying more with country living than urban life. … More Cottagecore: The Quiz Nailed It, but I Had to Look Up the Word!
Yesterday we were in the library. It’s something special to us. We don’t visit library very often. Actually, this was the second time in the library as a family. I thought a library is something boring and full of books that no one can read through! But as the previous time (few month ago) also this … More Yesterday: Library
We are heading to the library. It’s -18C outside…. brrr. Girls asked for library so why not. Ilze
a day in the life of a latvian mom 