Materfamilias Writes

Tranquility, from me to you . . .

Tranquility, from me to you . . .

 Thought I’d share some of the serenity I gathered during my indulgent weekend. . . . Spotted this tranquil scene this evening, grabbed my camera and trotted down to the beach, barefoot, to snap it…

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Easter, a new family significance. . . .

Easter, a new family significance. . . .

 We’ve had a lovely weekend here, Paul and I with our daughter B and our g-daughter Nola, a weekend of hikes and beachglass hunts and ice cream sundaes in the sunshine. Of colouring together and…

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Excellent Guests. . . . and Why I Run! And Why I Won’t. . .

Excellent Guests. . . . and Why I Run! And Why I Won’t. . .

My daughter and granddaughter came for a visit last Friday, and my son-in-law joined us on Saturday. Sunday morning, I headed out for my run after cuddling and laughing with little Harriet. Each loop of…

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Dressing to Face the Elements, Whatever those Elements Might Be!

Dressing to Face the Elements, Whatever those Elements Might Be!

My daily commute demands a lot from my garb, particularly the outerwear. It has to shield me from wind on my short bike ride to the ferry (the same bike ride means I’m careful about…

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A Little Bit Festive, A Whole Lot Comfort . . . What I Wore to Lounge in Style (or not!)

A Little Bit Festive, A Whole Lot Comfort . . . What I Wore to Lounge in Style (or not!)

Life on the island is considerably different than life in the city. Cycling and walking on muddy roads, clambering down slippery boat ramps, staying warm while crossing choppy waters, the pencil skirts and heels don’t…

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