slow living – Signora Sheila

Slow Living in Christ?

Barefoot woman in a light blue dress walks through a harvested field, carrying a woven basket in warm evening light; peaceful rural scene.

In our busy and hectic world, life is lived in the fast lane. Constant activity is equated with achievement, and feeling overwhelmed by to-do lists is seen as a positive thing. But are these assumptions truly valid? Having a growing list of contacts, profiles, followers and things to do can make us feel accomplished, importantContinueContinue reading “Slow Living in Christ?”

My ABC’s of Simple Natural Living

A lush hanging basket overflows with pink, peach, and yellow petunias, green leaves, and cheerful blooms in a bright garden setting.

What are my ABCs of simple, natural living? It’s all about getting back to basics. My husband and I strive for simplicity. We have found greater peace and tranquillity by reducing clutter and living without debt. We’re also trying to live more naturally because it’s good for our health and the planet. For us, aContinueContinue reading “My ABC’s of Simple Natural Living”

If I Could Live Life Over {My ABC Bucket List}

Glowing orange sun sets behind silhouetted grasses and a dark horizon, casting a warm reflection across calm water in a tranquil scene.

It’s not possible, and it’s a good thing it’s not. But if I could go back and live my life over again, there are so many things I would change. I would strive to… 🪞 A – Accept myself for who I am. 🥹 B – Be more patient. 🕊️ C – Cultivate more peace.ContinueContinue reading “If I Could Live Life Over {My ABC Bucket List}”

Have Yourself a Merry Little Five-Hand Christmas!

Teal Christmas ornament with etched snowflakes and a satin bow, hanging against a soft frosty background; serene, festive winter mood.

“Merry and bright? With all the economic woes, inflation, and instability around us? A bright and merry Christmas seems unlikely this year. In fact, celebrating at all in the midst of it all seems nearly impossible, let alone trying to make it merry and bright! And forget about Christmas gifts! So this year I haveContinueContinue reading “Have Yourself a Merry Little Five-Hand Christmas!”

5 Steps to Reclaim Your Life From the Internet

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Have you ever had an epiphany moment in your life? Those aha! moments, that make you sit up and take notice? I have, and one came to me recently. It came one evening when I realized that I didn’t want to spend all my time scrolling and reading online. Epiphany: a sudden, intuitive perception of orContinueContinue reading “5 Steps to Reclaim Your Life From the Internet”

Two Months Without Internet

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Could you handle two months without Internet? Long ago in the pre-pandemic days, we would spend most of the summer visiting friends and churches or down at our summer home. And most of the time without Internet, for two whole months! Many people these days would ask, “Is it even possible to live without Internet?” HowContinueContinue reading “Two Months Without Internet”