A friend is a person with whom I may be sincere.Before him, I may think aloud.Ralph Waldo Emerson An Internet friend asked, "why do you sign your posts, "hugs, e" Well the following poem describes part of the reason: Hugs It's wondrous what a hug can do.A hug can cheer you when you're blue.A hug can… Continue reading best friends
bigger life From an article by David Geller—The Huffington Post ...The average size of new homes being built in the U.S. is 2,679 square feet, up 1,000 square feet in the past 40 years. Yet the average size of our households is decreasing, from 3.01 persons per household in 1973 to a record low of… Continue reading smaller house
Did you watch the premier episode of "Tiny House Nation" on the FYI channel last night? One hundred seventy two square feet. A family of three. Twenty square feet of storage - period. Now that's extreme! In an earlier post I was showing you my idea of tiny house living. We covered the kitchen, dining area and… Continue reading tiny house dream 2
Have you noticed? Living small has become fashionable in some circles lately. Google "tiny house living" and see what pops up. It's pretty amazing really. We've been living small since the mid-nineties. Doesn't seem possible, but we moved to the cottage in '96. As I've mentioned before, we have a 750 square foot living area,… Continue reading tiny dream house
Living Small - the new ideal For years I've said, "Use your imagination. It's what we're all about." For years I've imagined our little old cottage, the color of rain, occupied a choice piece of country real estate, was surrounded by a charming cottage garden, and had folksy neighbors who lived down the lane. In… Continue reading country cottage not required
Love conquers all Gemini Rose Bouquet June has arrived in our garden. Summer follows quickly on her heels. Yesterday I awoke later than usual, and found the most beautiful bouquet waiting for me on the counter. This is what happens when someone loves you unconditionally. Love from D's Garden Peace Rose - peace Even though… Continue reading welcome summer
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; a good understanding have all those who practice it. His praise endures for ever! Psalm 111.10 RSV The first words I heard this morning were, "Well, the good news for today is we have no hot water." This was news to me, since filling the kettle… Continue reading the first essential
Contentment Cottage 