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November 25, 2025

10 Things That Made Me Smile This Month, So Far . . . (November)

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Published on November 25, 2025 19:00

November 23, 2025

The Gratitude Effect: A Simple Shift for Profound Change

Bestlargearchbridgeclose“Gratitude is more than just an emotion; it’s a state of being that acknowledges receipt.” —Matt Cooke, author of Beyond Wanting Noticing the still and calm that invites a deep sleep. Observing how the customer before us in line cleared the self-checkout counter and placed the shopping basket in the stack. Recognizing the ability to […]

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Published on November 23, 2025 19:00

November 21, 2025

9 November Ponderings . . .

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Published on November 21, 2025 19:00

November 20, 2025

This & That: November 21, 2025

ThedragonflycafeThe great films keep on coming, and yet again in an array of genres – from French to mystery to dramedy and based on a true story – so much to choose from, you’ll definitely find one that speaks to what you’re needing or looking for this time of year. Also, books – books about […]

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Published on November 20, 2025 19:00

November 18, 2025

414: The Art of Trusting Yourself (And Why It’s the Key to a Joyful Life Journey)

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Published on November 18, 2025 19:01

Tomato Fondue (aka Spaghetti Sauce), adapted from Raymond Blanc’s Kitchen Garden Cookbook

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Published on November 18, 2025 18:50

November 16, 2025

How Living Simply Luxuriously Invites Your Dreams to Come True

Gardennov16“Most people believe they need to have something first, like money or success, before they can do certain things and be who they want to be. The Be-Do-Have model flips that thinking: it teaches that we must first choose who we want to be, which then determines what we do, which ultimately creates what we […]

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Published on November 16, 2025 19:00

November 13, 2025

This & That: November 14, 2025

YellowwillowtreefullshotmirrorpondYet again, another week with fantastic new film releases, each one different than the next, yet all with thought-provoking themes. And yep, we’ve got books – quite a few holiday cookbooks, and two from past GBBO names. Then we have a book about a favorite drink, how to decorate to ensure we actually turn our […]

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Published on November 13, 2025 19:00

November 11, 2025

Outfits of the Month (4): Trousers, Boots & PJs + Books!

5November’s need for warmth as we prepare for gathering, for noshing, has arrived, but the style needn’t be neglected. In this month’s Outfits’ post, trousers are having a moment, as too are a sturdy Chelsea boot. I have been experimenting with a few brands, Blundstones being one, but didn’t have luck due to my high […]

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Published on November 11, 2025 19:00

November 9, 2025

8 Simple Ways to Boost Our Well-Being and Eliminate Suffering

Clearingofwoodsblueskynelletrail“There’s only one corner of the universe you can be certain of improving, and that’s your own self.” —Aldous Huxley How we shift from an unwanted moment to transform it into an entirely good day exists with a conscious choice to take the right action. So often, the only thing standing in the way of […]

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Published on November 09, 2025 19:00