Sunday Bits #62 (metal vs wood raised beds, winter wellness tips, overnight cinnamon buns)
- themarigoldgc
- Jan 14, 2024
- 5 min read
It's been a hot minute since I was last on here. If you don't follow me on fb, you will likely have been wondering on earth I've gone, and what I have been up to.
Last week, we went to visit my son on the island for a post Christmas visit, as he was unable to come 'home' for the holidays. Vancouver Island, that is. We stayed up too late every day, drank way too much coffee as we visited with friends, ate so much yummy food (Asteras is homey, yummy, amazing) and had an absolutely wonderful time. As always, it was too short a visit.
While we were on the island, we had typical west coast weather, rainy and grey and cool. Cool enough that we had snow the last day there. We then came home to a major cold snap. Here on the prairies, we are in the -36°C range, and in the -40's with the windchill. Did you know that 40 below is the same in both Fahrenheit and Celsius? Yep, equally frigid any way you look at it! Holy doodle.
Berkeley, our Saint Bernard, can handle it okay for the short while that she goes out to do her business, but even she is lifting her paws while she piddles. Hemingway, our English Mastiff... well, he is not built for this weather. He is great in rain, could not give a fig newton if it is pouring out there, but cold is not his thing. As it is nigh on impossible to find a coat and boots for his size (250lbs) we pull on toddler socks to protect his paws, and he wears dad's fleece vest to give some warmth. He looks ridiculous, and hates every moment of it, hahaha, but momma is keeping her baby safe. Psst, if you know someone who makes coats his size, let me know, okay?
When we got home, I was thinking I would have about 2 weeks of slow time to tidy, clean, organise, blog... putter at my own pace. Slowly ease into the new year. However, was not to be. Turns out the flooring guys had a cancellation so could fit us in right away. Of course, we said yes, the sooner it's done, the sooner we can put things back to rights.
That meant emptying pretty much the entire basement for the new carpeting, plus the two bedrooms upstairs for hardwood. Now, the house is in total chaos as our furniture and stuff has been shoved into the bathrooms, laundry room, living room.... and then we get to put the rooms back together again, in a new and improved way. Of course I want to make changes. It's a chain reaction kind of thing ; )
This early arrival of the flooring people means some of those promised blog posts will be a week or two later in coming as I currently cannot take a pretty picture in any room. Chaos reigns! I have my favourite things post coming out tomorrow, though, with so many great things!
Till then, here are this week's Sunday Bits that caught my eye
Gardening Bits
These 20 Seed Companies for heirloom and open-pollinated seeds.
And, if you liked that one, you are going to love this one. A very comprehensive list of seed companies all over the world.
This is a great read... do metal raised garden beds heat up more than wooden ones?
These 13 blue and purple potato varieties. I have tried several and love them! My kids like the mixed colours of fried potatoes.
Homey Bits
This article with 10 Tips for Boosting your Winter Wellness.
We are working on #2, though that is only happening now because of the new flooring. Either way, it will be lovely. I have ordered the prettiest wallpaper!
Number #5 is so good! We have been using eucalyptus oil in the sauna lately, it smells so good. Other scents to try are lemongrass, pine needles (sounds very woodsy and Finnish), and Birch Sweet is a very traditional sauna scent.
If you do not have a sauna, these shower steamers from Mint (a small mom & mom shop) are amazing! Heck, even if you do have a sauna, this would be lovely in the shower afterwards. Or, their lovely bath soak made with Lavender, Bergamot, and Mint essential oils. Mmm! I love everything these ladies make! You should check out their fabric softener! You will never use anything else again!
Number #6 is a must if you have pets and allergies. I have this air purifier right beside my bed, it makes a huge difference to getting a good night's sleep.
I am working on #7. Our pantry needs a big overhaul. Number #8 is also going to happen, I have my call list ready as soon as things settle down just a titch, and # 10 is a given. I am all about the hygge, with candles, throws, books, and good cuppa tea.
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Decor Bits...
This scullery... honestly, I was not sure what a scullery was, but this is so nice! Sounds so posh, eh?
This cute house. Loving the dark green and wicker accents! That toddler room is so pretty, too.
Love this farmhouse! The kitchen, of course, and those bathroom tiles, but the whole house is lovely.
Are you an Ikea fan? You need to check out these room ideas! The nursery, that mudroom/hallway.
Foodie Bits
I don't quite know how it happened, but I have been craving sweet potatoes these past few weeks. I would generally say that while I like sweet potatoes, they are okay, they have never been my go to! I tend to prefer regular spuds. This is new for me, but they are good for you... and taste great. This recipe has pepitas and sweet potatoes, two of my latest favourite things. Yes, you can replace them with pumpkin seeds.
These 15 no bake desserts. I am putting this here so that I can save it for later, in spring, when I will be craving something fast and yummy.
These though... I want to make right now. Overnight cinnamon buns. Could not be easier! You can also make them with raspberries!
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