Month: January 2026

It’s the start of a new year and high time to get some health stuffed checked out….including a slightly new eye prescription necessitating new glasses. Morning appointments give me the perfect excuse to visit the beaches to do some wave gazing during a Spring Tide (this was three days before Storm Ingrid hit…..the Ingrid waves were treble the size!). Plus some wonderful books and films (two of which were lovely Christmas gifts – thank you!).

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: Health Checks & Big Waves (before Storm Ingrid).

Patience pays off! I’ve found some bargains to fill my needs and some that are just for fun. Plus…the results from my fire safety inspection and more purchases to tick their boxes….

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: Home purchases (bargains!)

Yay! A whole new growing year lies before us! This is my simple six point plan/checklist for getting ready for vegetable gardening success. I can hardly wait!

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

Vivi’s Cottage Garden: Let’s get ready to grow!

My new ‘eco’ deodorant has arrived…a quick review plus price comparison. While portioning my latest batch cook I muse on words we use in the UK which might be considered swear words elsewhere. Plus a natter at the kitchen table. Pull up a chair and make yourself comfortable.

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: Swear words? New eco deodorant plus a natter

A treat! A super simple recipe for a super tasty treat meal…..mushroom stroganoff (stroganov).

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

In the Kitchen: Mushroom Stroganoff (or Stroganov)

Grab yourself a mug of hot chocolate and join me at the kitchen table for a natter. Some completely random stuff, some entertainment, a gorgeous bar of chocolate with art, fire safety stuff….and more.

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: Kitchen Table Natter

Today I’m opening a can of worms 😉: companies at fault, price-gouging, AI…..yikes! Plus a couple of fab books and more.

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: Opening a can of worms!

It’s freezing cold outside so a few quick trips out there and then the rest of the day juggling jobs indoors.

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: A Day in the Life – Winter

I’m fuming! Trying to exercise my consumer rights and getting nowhere. On a happier note; some great books, a plumbing issue resolved and thoughts on my old neighbourhood.

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: Fuming! (Do not shop with this company!)

Happy new year everyone. A little chat reflecting on last year and the year to come…plus a bit more postbag and my book of the year for 2025.

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Living a simple, mindful life by the sea in rural England (Dorset).

At Home: Happy New Year! (2026)