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These 10 things made my week. I mean made my week happy and filled it with joy. Simple joy, the kind that I like the most and hopefully will send some inspiration your way. Or at least will provide you a little visual read to enjoy. And I’ll start at the end of last week if you don’t mind… 1. Sourdough backing Last Saturday I baked my go-to sourdough recipe which is​:​ half white flour and half mixture of whole wheat /whole rye flour. This mixture is a winner and it takes less than 15 minutes after I say ‘it’s…

After a lovely slow Passover week we’re finally back to the routine. As much as I enjoy the holiday I do appreciate having my routine days once again. We didn’t have any special plans for the Passover week except for the fact that E took all the week off. We’ve spent most of the time together at home, enjoying a slow family time and simple things. My absolute favorite. °°° I knew in advance that I would teach two knitting groups during the holiday because my girls wanted to meet anyway and I’m here for that. However, these meetings were…

The week before Passover is very special but it could easily turn into a hectic one. For years I have been trying to keep it cool and stay out of the mass pressure. It gets better as years go by, simply because age gives some perspective. One learns what things really bring joy into one’s life and what really matters. ​Pre Passover days made me reflect and be thankful for life and for the little things. Like the growth of an avocado seed in a cup of candle that I was given last winter by a very loved knitter in…