Tag Archives: decluttering

October in pictures – November in words

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Yanic A.

(Warning : Many pictures follow) I’ve been a bad blogger haven’t I? And a recent wave of sweet messages from friends has made me realize that I may have worried some of you. It occurs to me now that a … Continue reading →

Posted in Family Life, Life | Tagged connection, contemplation, decluttering, Family, home, life, living in the present, quiet | 18 Comments

Thoughts and struggle concerning time

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Yanic A.

You may have noticed that I’m still not very active on my blog these days. Honestly, I can’t blame my arm anymore. Although there is still some healing to do, it’s feeling much better and I’ve recovered a wide range … Continue reading →

Posted in Cultivation, Family Life, Life, Simplicity | Tagged decluttering, Family, healing, healthy, home, letting go, life, me time, slowing down, Tao, time | 22 Comments

Stuck at 30% – Continuing the home cleanse

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Yanic A.

I’ve posted before about our family’s aim for a simpler life. We have been on a cleansing mission since the beginning of the year, trying to minimize possessions and maximize experiences, and at first, it was easy, quick and very … Continue reading →

Posted in Cultivation, Family Life | Tagged cleanse, decluttering, Family, home, letting go, minimalism | 19 Comments

Feeling blessed.

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Yanic A.

Today, the contractors came in to rip the ceiling apart and evaluate the damage. Since we live in an almost 90 year old home, parts of our attic are completely inaccessible through the trap, so ripping apart was the only … Continue reading →

Posted in 40 bags in 40 days, Family Life, Life, Upcycling/Recycling | Tagged cleaning, decluttering, donating, fresh start, helping, home, letting go, recycling, reusing, spring cleaning | 6 Comments