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    A Year of Seasons

    January 1, 2026 /

    As another year turns, A Year of Seasons offers a gentle reflection on the cycles of nature and life — how each season invites us to slow down, pay attention, and find meaning in the simple moments that shape our days.

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    December 21, 2025 /

    The winter solstice invites us to pause, honour the darkness, and welcome the returning light. The Gifts of Darkness and Light explores the beauty, symbolism, and gentle rituals that make this turning point in the year so meaningful.

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    Our Little Friday Letter (Friday, 21st November, 2025)

    November 21, 2025 /

    This week’s Friday Letter from Our Little House in the Country is full of gentle slow-living reflections, Christmas preparations, candle shop updates, and a look ahead to what’s coming on the blog — plus a little chat about Seasonal Notes, the new podcast. Pour something warm and settle in.

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    ❄ Our Little Friday Letter (Friday, 7th November, 2025)

    November 7, 2025 /

    This week’s letter is a cozy one — written by the fire on a windy November evening. I’m sharing a book that has captured my heart (The Christmas Chronicles by Nigel Slater), a few quiet reflections on wintering well, and gentle reminders to slow down, savor the season, and find comfort in simple rituals.

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Good morning & happy Friday 🤍 Good morning & happy Wednesday 🤍 As the new year begins, winter whispers the same reminder over and over: slow down, rest, restore. ❄️ Happy Monday, everyone 🤍 Good morning & happy Sunday 🤍 Good morning & happy Saturday 🤍 Good morning & happy Friday 🤍 Good morning & welcome to 2026 🤍 As one year fades and another begins, I’ve been thinking about the quiet lessons the seasons leave behind. 🌿

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