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  • Why I’m Keeping a Summer Reading Journal This Year

    Why I’m Keeping a Summer Reading Journal This Year

    There is something special about reading in summer. Long evenings, quiet mornings and peaceful afternoons seem to invite us to slow down with a good book. In this reflective post, I share why I’m keeping a Summer Reading Journal this year, along with a beautiful free printable to help you remember the stories, thoughts and…

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  • 25 Gentle Summer Evening Ideas to Help You Slow Down

    25 Gentle Summer Evening Ideas to Help You Slow Down

    Long, light-filled evenings are one of the greatest gifts of summer. In this gentle guide, I’m sharing 25 simple summer evening ideas to help you slow down, savour the season and create peaceful rhythms at home. You’ll also find two beautiful free printablesโ€”a Gentle Summer Evening Checklist and 25 Gentle Summer Evening Ideasโ€”to help you…

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  • The Summer I Stopped Trying to Do Everything

    The Summer I Stopped Trying to Do Everything

    For years, I thought a โ€œgoodโ€ summer meant making the most of every minute โ€” filling the calendar, planning memorable days, creating magical moments, and trying to hold everything together for everyone else. But somewhere along the way, summer became another thing to manage rather than experience. In this reflective essay, I share what changed…

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  • Gentle July: 31 Simple Summer Moments to Savour the Season

    Gentle July: 31 Simple Summer Moments to Savour the Season

    Slow down and savour the season with this free Gentle July Calendar and Reflection Sheet. Featuring 31 simple summer moments, gentle prompts, and reflective journaling questions, it’s designed to help you enjoy the little things that make summer special.

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  • Our Little Friday Letter | Friday, 26th June 2026

    Our Little Friday Letter | Friday, 26th June 2026

    Welcome back to Our Little Friday Letter. This week I’m sharing reflections from our recent trip to France, what slowing down reminded me about summer, the response to the Summer Bucket List printable, and a first look at the new Gentle July calendar. Pop the kettle on and join me for a cosy catch-up.

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  • What a Few Weeks in France Reminded Me About Slow Living

    What a Few Weeks in France Reminded Me About Slow Living

    After a few wonderful weeks in France, I returned home with a renewed appreciation for slow living, family time, creativity, and the beauty of simple summer days. Here’s what this year’s holiday reminded me about what really matters.

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Watercolour Christmas country home with snowy countryside, evergreen greenery, dried oranges, candles and blue-and-white pottery.

๐ŸŒฟ Enjoyed this post?

If you enjoy slow living reflections, seasonal inspiration, and life from our little house in the country, you might enjoy Our Little Friday Letter.

Itโ€™s a gentle email sent every second Friday morning โ€” no noise, no spam, just thoughtful reflections and seasonal living.

Youโ€™re very welcome to join us.

Welcome to Our Little House in the Country

You can unsubscribe anytime. We respect your inbox โ€” no spam, ever.! Read our privacy policy for more info.