All posts filed under: Holiday Wishes

The Simpler Things – This Holiday

Why are the simpler things the most beautiful of things? For sure something that is most noticeable in 2020. {featured image source – simply used for sharing the joy in the simpler things in life}

Holiday Series: Giving Back

A few films I’ve watched recently which were in line with exactly how I’ve been feeling this holiday season – helpless in so many ways, and wishing there was more I could do. I am even considering working with a worthy cause in 2020, to help save endangered species or something environmental.  I just need to determine which path to choose. In the meantime, I’ve stumbled upon some suggestion on giving back this holiday season and beyond, and wanted to share in case you’re wondering which new year resolution to consider? Volunteering abroad programs – just in case you are considering doing so The Films That Got Me Thinking This holiday season {featured image source and safari destination}

My Outlook For The New Year…

As we all know, today is the day, we reflect upon the ‘soon to be’ passing year, and determine how we wish to set the tone for the new year. As I type this, in some parts of the world, New Years is nearly 4 minutes away, while in my part, the day is just beginning. I find this transition the most fascinating part of our existence, that on the 31st of December  to the start of the New Year is experienced in many time zones across the globe. I don’t know about you, but on this day, I have the worst anxiety – dont’ you?  I guess since we are programmed to feel something for every major event in our lifetime,  on the 31st of December, it is anxiety – about leaving the year we’ve grown accustomed to – bad or good, and moving on, ready into the unknown in the coming year. When I was younger, I believed that the new year was responsible for bringing me the happiness I so deserved, and …

Lifestyle: Some Things to Consider For The New Year

The resolution season is upon us, and while some share what they plan to change in the coming year, other’s still ponder, knowing the pressure is on – or is it?  Why is it that we put such pressures on ourselves – is it to fit in, or is it something we long to do – in this case, make a New Year resolution… With that thought in mind, if you happen to be in the still-pondering stages of what you wish to change or improve upon or wonder what is the best idea, then I’m here to help… Consider the need to slow down your life and here’s why? Another idea is – How to stop worrying all the time It might just be your worthwhile to be more mindful If FALLING IN LOVE IS YOUR RESOLUTION – follow these suggestions And my favorite – I spend a lot of time talking to my mother and other elderly women I meet here and there and you know what – they are the best source …

Lifestyle: How To Prepare for the Holidays If you Are Playing Host

The holiday season is upon us, and with it there is much to consider. Like how to clean or de-clutter your home in time for Thanksgiving dinner. Or perhaps your kitchen lacks the necessary gadgets to prepare the meal, then again, what about a dinning room, and a fresh coat of paint and…well you get the idea. For that here are some helpful suggestions to get your started.

happy easter from rawsilkandsaffron

Easter could very well have different meanings to different people, I accept that. But for me, it’s a time to celebrate, to embrace, to get a clear perspective on what my beliefs are. Easter is color, happiness, love, acceptance and every adjective that makes you feel happy.  It’s also the beginning of the best season in a year. Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, bridal showers, weddings, baptisms, graduations and the height of the travel season. Here’s wishing to all who celebrate – Happy Easter.