Peaceful Ideals

  • Forgiving My Mom Guilt

    On the last Friday in August, every year, my kids daycare does a “carnival” at the school. It’s a fun afternoon with face painting, balloons, and special treats. I’ve had it on my calendar for months. Held to be out… Continue reading

    Forgiving My Mom Guilt
  • 🌿 Simple ways to romanticize an ordinary weekend

    If your family is like mine, we are all in the same boat of needing to cut back on expenses. Between rising grocery costs, fluctuating gas prices (how can it go up 20 cents a gallon over night?!), and impending… Continue reading

    🌿 Simple ways to romanticize an ordinary weekend
  • Iced Coffee & Yard Harvests

    Hello, August ☀️ August in Maine is always hot. The hottest month by far, but always such a rewarding one. Gardens are in full bloom. Our blackberry bushes finally turn ready. The lakes & rivers are a swimable temperature. The… Continue reading

  • What my pantry has taught me about slowing down

    One of my best and simultaneously worst traits is that when I get into something I really get into it. Finally started liking avocado toast; immediately ate it till I couldn’t stand the sight of the avocado display at Hannaford.… Continue reading

    What my pantry has taught me about slowing down