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  • Happy Birthday Ryleigh

    Today would have been Ryleigh’s 21st birthday. It is the 6th birthday without her. Ryleigh decided she wanted to move on from her pain and suffering by choosing to end… Read more

  • Winter was challenging for me – as I am sure it was for most. With Covid-19 restrictions, teaching in a Covid classroom, and living in a new community my physical… Read more

  • Back to Blogging….

    Back to blogging… Hello my friends! I am resuming my blog as I move into another season in my life. Sharing my adventures, experiences, and connections and ultimately fear and… Read more

  • Happy Birthday Ryleigh

      Dear Ryleigh, Today you would have celebrated your 18th birthday.  A milestone that is typically a joyful time but as this day approached I was worried about how I… Read more

  • Another Mother’s Day

    I remember my first Mother’s Day as a mom.  Chloe was three months old.  We went to the symphony in the park.   My  memory has gaps – for a… Read more

  • Different

      Time comes and goes without my really knowing how much has truly passed.  I was  asked by a few followers when my next blog was going to be posted. … Read more

  • Daring Greatly & Living Strong

      As another Christmas passes and we move into saying goodbye to 2016, I continue to be reflective wondering about how life moves on even when sometimes we can be… Read more

  • Purposeful Pauses

      As my life transitions into something different I ponder about the power of pausing.  Being mindful about our lives has become a buzz word but really, what is mindfulness?… Read more

  • Hallway to…

      One of my students had is phone run over by a car – he was distraught as his father was out of town working and his phone was his… Read more

  • Forget Me Not

    As we move into another season I am surprised by the sea of blue flowers adorning my flower beds and yard.  These were Ryleigh’s favourite flower and every time I… Read more

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I’m Amy, a minimalist and simple living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to living with less and finding joy in the simple things. Through this blog, I aim to share my expertise, insights, and experiences. Join me on this journey as we explore the world of slow, purposeful living together!

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