“The incredible gift of the ordinary! Glory comes streaming from the table of daily life.” –Macrina Wiederkehr- A tree full of Angels (1988) Have you ever said that housekeeping is boring? Sometimes routines are boring, but sometimes they are a lifeline. During this covid lockdown, many people talk about how they are struggling with depression. …
There is no time of the year that change is as obvious as springtime. This morning, even though snow still covered the ground, there were signs; a scent in the air, the call of the chickadees, the low angle of the sun creating a distinct colour in the sky, each a quiet reminder of the…
I’ll admit it, I have an absolute love affair with household linens. From starched vintage pillow cases, vibrant printed top sheets, plush white towels, crocheted tablecloths and damask napkins. I love them all. Possibly though, the linens that serve me the best are my paper towel substitute, flannel rags. When I think back to my…
