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Gathered Threads

Family, motherhood

Allowing your children to be themselves.

Each wee heart is different. In our house, these three wee souls are so unique.They have taught me so much about difference and acceptance. Love and grace. In the sea of noise and a busy household,… Read The Post

away, Family, motherhood

a life in the country.

So, this past weekend we travelled to my sister and her family in Co. Cork. I have written about them here and here and their work both here and here. For us city people it was a breath of fresh air…literally… Read The Post

Annabelle, make

diy. handmade envelopes.

Since our girls were born my father in law has written them letters. Envelopes that have dropped through the door unexpectedly and caused such excitement.  Stories and pictures.  Clippings from newspapers.  Memories from days out…. Read The Post

Family, motherhood

reality bites. when your baby gets too big for you.

We had a lovely old weekend…enough to blow away the daily rhythms of a normal week and embrace the peace. Chilly enough to have a fire going for most of the day and to cosy in… Read The Post

Family

2015.

So, I’m still kind of gathering my thoughts for the new year…I love new year and all the aspirations it holds. A bit like looking into a newborn’s eyes and realising their wee life is… Read The Post

Family, home

christmas here.

Christmas has flown by here…too quickly, too busy almost. It’s been great to catch up with family and friends but we’re looking forward over the next few days to lie low; light the fire, read… Read The Post

Family, home, rhythms

home.

I often say that home should be a place of respite. A place to escape the busyness of life. A haven. Somehow when I have a little corner, a space, tidied and a sprig of… Read The Post

Abi, motherhood, Simple Living

encouraging boredom.

We all get a bit restless at times, don’t know what to be at.  With homeworks done and no friends to call on, my wee ones can be at a loss…despite the many toys and… Read The Post

Family, motherhood, Simple Living

simple living. the beach.

There’s nothing simpler…a deserted beach on a blustery day, mountains rolling into the sea and a picnic. A perfect day.

Abi, Annabelle, Family, Madeleine, sew, sewing 101, sewing with kids

sewing for kids 101: running stitch and buttons

We’ve been a bit hooptastic of recent…see these pumpkin hoops! But this is a really easy little sewing activity if you’ve an hour spare and it’s a rainy afternoon! I had seen the idea here and… Read The Post