I’m simplifying. At times it doesn’t feel easy. But mostly my life is improved by it. Being conscious about it & practicing it in my life has been worth any challenges. In this process, I’ve given much thought to what it means to be simple. Physical possessions are only the tip of the iceberg. It … Read more Simplifying Online
I got this wooden box at a thrift store. Well made, but pretty plain Jane. I decided to paint it. I used to try to make art that looked realistic. That doesn’t interest me much anymore. The real stuff does the best job at looking real. If I wanted a picture of something “real” – … Read more Wood Box- Painted (art)
List of things I don’t consume or have minimized. Updated as I have time & think of things. Cosmetics. Sodas (minimized – a few sodas during a year…less than 10) Oscars, Music Awards, etc. All entertainer award shows. TV & Radio. Watching sports. Restaurants (min) Magazines filled with advertisements. Facebook Diet, “light”, fat-free, reduced-calorie, no … Read more Goodbye To These (minimized)
Continuing the trend of reducing the amount of digital content in my life. So far I’ve deleted all but three social media-type accounts. YouTube. Pinterest & Instagram (for promoting YT Channel). Yesterday I began an experiment of not using Instagram OR Pinterest for a week. I’m gonna see how that feels. I have both of … Read more Digital Minimalism (journal)
Since this post, I’ve been working diligently each week on my file management. I’m satisfied with my progress. Still not 100% done. But the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter. I worked on developing a consistent file naming strategy that I know I can maintain. For photo and video files I’m … Read more Progress: Digital Minimalism
Cake Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/2 tsp. cinnamon A pinch of Allspice 1/2 tsp. baking soda Pinch of salt 3 large eggs 1/2 cup coconut oil 1/4 cup sour cream 1 Tblsp. vanilla extract 1 1/2 cups shredded carrots 1/2 cup raisins 1 cup Hershey bar chopped. Frosting 8 oz. package cream cheese softened 1/4 cup butter softened 2 tsp. vanilla extract 2 tbsp. … Read more Chocolate Carrot Cake (recipe)
