Winter
Winter at Our Little House in the Country is a season for slowing down, drawing close, and finding comfort in the quieter rhythms of home. Here you’ll find gentle ideas for winter living — from cozy slow-cooker recipes and simple self-care rituals to meaningful Christmas traditions, thoughtful gift inspiration, and ways to bring warmth and light into the darker months. It’s a space to reconnect with what matters most: soft blankets, candlelight, nourishing food, unhurried days, and small moments of calm amid the seasonal rush. Pour a mug of something warm, light a candle, and settle in — these posts are here to help you winter well. ❄️
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The Simple Joy of Giving: Finding Meaning in the Heart of the Season
Rediscover the simple joy of giving this Christmas. A reflective, heart-warming reminder that the best gifts aren’t always wrapped — they’re given with love, intention, and care.
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Finding Calm in a Busy Christmas: Choosing Connection Over Perfection
Feeling overwhelmed this December? Finding Calm in a Busy Christmas is a gentle reminder to slow down, embrace imperfection, and choose connection over perfection. Simple, heartfelt ways to bring peace back to the festive season.
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The Heart of Christmas: Exploring Meaning Over Materialism and Cherished Traditions
The heart of Christmas isn’t about doing more — it’s about feeling more. This reflective post explores meaning over materialism, cherished traditions, and simple ways to bring joy, connection, and calm back to the festive season.
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31 Ways to Slow Down and Savour December: The Calendar for Advent and Beyond
A gentle, intentional guide through December — from festive joys and acts of kindness to quiet reflections and mindful pauses. The Calendar for Advent and Beyond offers 31 simple ideas to help you slow down, savour the season, and carry calm into the new year.
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12 Cosy Christmas Self-Care Rituals
Embrace the calm side of Christmas with 12 simple self-care rituals designed to help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what matters. From morning gratitude rituals and mindful winter walks to candlelit baths and early nights, this post celebrates a slower, gentler December filled with warmth, balance, and peace.
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The Beauty of Doing Less
As the year gathers pace, it can be easy to slip into overdrive — but there’s real beauty in doing less. This gentle reminder invites you to pause before the festive season, pare things back, and savour what matters most.
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20 Festive Family Night Ideas: Christmas-Themed Evenings at Home
Bring joy and laughter to your home this holiday season with 20 festive family night ideas. From cozy Christmas movie marathons and baking together to themed dinners, creative games, and gratitude rituals, these simple, inexpensive activities help families reconnect and celebrate the true spirit of the season — warmth, fun, and togetherness.
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10 Christmas Eve Traditions: Simple, Meaningful Rituals for December 24th
Make December 24th truly special with these 10 Christmas Eve traditions. This list is full of simple, meaningful ways to bring calm, connection, and festive joy to your home — from baking and candlelight dinners to reflective gratitude rituals and family games. Slow down, savor the magic, and create memories that last.
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The Rituals That Anchor Us
In a season that invites stillness, the smallest rituals can bring us back to ourselves — lighting a candle, stepping outside into the cold morning air, taking a slow moment before the day begins. These gentle habits become the anchors that steady us through winter.
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15 Christmas Baking Ideas: Cookies, Cakes & Festive Treats
Whisk up some holiday cheer with 15 Christmas baking ideas — a mix of cookies, cakes, and festive treats perfect for family days, gift boxes, and cozy winter weekends. This collection includes classic gingerbread, spiced fruit cakes, chocolate-dipped biscuits, and other easy bakes that fill your home with warmth and joy.
