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. It’s 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
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 — standing, walking, sitting, moving, even breathing feels different now… I can’t la/tilugh. Tomorrow I … More I Threw My Back Out…
These vacation day posts changed my style of blogging completely 🙂I 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. I’m not complaining — I love my job — but sometimes … More Why I Try to Walk 10,000 Steps Every Day
This morning started with collecting the delicate flowers of the common evening-primrose. Their soft yellow petals feel like little pieces of sunshine—wild, gentle, and fleeting. Then came a lovely breakfast straight from the garden, followed (of course) by my favorite ritual: coffee with ice cream. ☕🍦 All the sofa cushions are finally dry and clean! … More Vacation Day 3: Primrose Flowers, Sofa Dreams & A Bath
After months of juggling work, renovation dust, and family life, tomorrow marks the official start of my vacation! No meetings, no emails—just time to breathe, stretch, and maybe even finish a cup of tea while it’s still warm. 🫖✨ Yes, I’ve had time off before… but it usually meant hard labor—renovating, cooking, fixing something. And … More Tomorrow It’s Official!
Hello, June 🌿 I can hardly believe we’re here already. Usually in the middle of May, all the furrows are full of carrots, beetroots, potatoes, etc. The new growing season is started. But not this year! I still wait for the tractor to come and make a furrow in my field! Also, I’m feeling a … More June Goals & Intentions
A few days ago we went to the hairdresser’s! With the weather still teasing us between spring and summer, it felt like the perfect time for a little refresh. So off we went: Nelle, Linna, and me, each with our own little mission. I went first. Nothing dramatic here, I needed a bit of cleanup. … More A Trip to the Hairdresser: Trimmed Ends, Fresh Looks, and a Bold Surprise
Today is a celebration of the women who nurture, guide, and hold everything together with love, strength, and more patience than seems humanly possible. To all the mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers – this day is for you. It’s easy to get caught up in the everyday chaos—school runs, work deadlines, meal planning, laundry piles, renovation dust … More Happy Mother’s Day!
Yesterday was my final dentist appointment—yes, really this time! If you’ve been following along, you might remember the post I shared after my fifth visit back in February, when the main problem tooth was taken care of. This last visit wasn’t about that one—it was for two other teeth that had small holes. They were … More Final Dentist Appointment – And a Surprise Winter Return
As we welcome the New Year, I like to take a moment to reflect on the things that bring me joy, the areas of my life that could use a little more attention, and the skills I’d love to learn. I believe it’s not just about changing everything at once, but about celebrating the little … More New Year’s Resolutions: Loving What I Do, Improving What Counts, and Finding Better Ways to Grow.
The Pros 1. Flexibility in Schedule:One of the best things about working from home is having control over your time. You can schedule doctor’s appointments without worrying about getting approval or taking time off, and you can easily drop off or pick up your kids when needed. This flexibility is a game-changer for balancing personal … More The Pros and Cons of Working from Home
a day in the life of a latvian mom 