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New Year Intentions
For most people, the new year inspires resolutions, which sounds good, but the truth is they can lead to disappointment when not achieved. That's because most people don't have a plan for their resolutions. They simply start listing all the things they want to change...
Embracing The Shadow Season
For many, fall means pumpkins, the changing of leaves, cooler air, and cozy sweaters. It’s that magical time of year when we transition from warm summer days to the dark, cold winter nights. Those three months when the Earth slowly falls into a long slumber, preparing...
Embracing Your Emotions
I think it's safe to say that most of us have been on a rollercoaster of emotions since COVID-19 shelter-in-place has become the new normal. For me, there are days I'm perfectly fine, and others I feel slightly depressed and trapped. Seeing all the new measures in...
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Thai Curried Carrot Soup
© Sunshine UrbaniakMy vegetarian Thai curried carrot soup recipe is so simple and quick, yet it yields an amazingly flavorful soup that is perfect for both a fancy dinner party or a rainy day. The silky smooth texture is full of curried spice, fresh ginger, garlic,...
Kale and Quinoa Salad with Apples and Goat Cheese
© Sunshine UrbaniakAre you on the kale kick? I admit I take breaks. But this salad is always met with open arms. It's the perfect blend of hearty kale and sweet ingredients so you don't feel like you're munching on your lawn. A trick to softening the kale is to make...
White Bean Soup
© Sunshine UrbaniakThis Tuscan style white bean soup is chock-full of silky cannellini beans, leeks, celery, carrots, spinach, garlic, rosemary, and sage. It only takes about an hour to make but it tastes like it took all afternoon with its rich, deep flavors. My...
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Designing with Indoor Plants
Monstera aka “Swiss Cheese Plant” © FeelPicAt one point in my life, I had over 30 indoor plants. But then my husband and I started havings kids, and I gave some away. Then we moved across the country, and I had to part with many, taking only about five with me. That...
Area Rug Tips in Home Design
© MagnoliaWhen designing a space, area rugs are an essential element to consider. Interior designers most often start their plan by choosing a rug first and building the room around it because rugs are the anchor of a room. They ground the space as well as the...
Planting a Shade Garden
Shade gardens can be stunning if planted properly and come with some advantages, like slower growth and longer-lasting flowers. Of course, there are also challenges like soil that’s too wet, encouraging root rot or slugs, or soil that’s too dry, unable to get adequate...