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    Our Little Friday Letter | Friday, 13th February 2026

    February 13, 2026 /

    This fortnight’s Little Friday Letter reflects on continuing softly through February, midlife steadiness, seasonal living, everyday rituals, and slow rhythms at home. A gentle pause with reflections from the blog, archives, and small moments that shape ordinary days.

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    Autumn,  Halloween 2025,  Seasonal Inspiration

    The Simple Magic of Halloween: An Intentional Guide to Its Origins, Traditions, and Celebrations

    October 21, 2025 /

    Halloween began in Ireland as Samhain — a festival of fire, harvest, and remembrance. In this post, we explore the simple magic of Halloween: its Celtic roots, quirky traditions, superstitions, and foods, plus timeless games and rituals you can bring into your home today. An intentional, cosy guide to celebrating Halloween with meaning.

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    Intentional living,  Slow and Intentional Living

    Finding Joy and Choosing Kindness in a Harsh World

    September 25, 2025 /

    In a world that often feels divided and overwhelming, there is still space for hope. This reflective post explores how to find joy in a harsh world and why choosing kindness, compassion, and everyday acts of love matter more than ever. Discover simple ways to embrace joy in everyday life, nurture meaningful connections, and take part in a quiet revolution of kindness.

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  • Halloween treats and desserts including decorated cookies and cupcakes, with text overlay reading “10 Seasonal Foods & Treats for Halloween Night” — festive Pinterest pin image for Our Little House in the Country blog.
    Autumn,  Halloween 2025,  Seasonal Inspiration

    10 Seasonal Foods & Treats for Halloween Night

    September 24, 2025 /

    Make your Halloween extra festive with 10 seasonal foods and treats perfect for Halloween night. From cosy comfort foods like pumpkin soup and stuffed peppers to sweet classics like caramel popcorn, toffee apples, and spooky cupcakes — these simple recipes will delight family and friends.

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    🍂 Our Little Friday Letter (Friday, 5th September, 2025)

    September 5, 2025 /

    A gentle catch-up from our little house this week as we settle into September. We're talking slow rhythms, candle-making, cosy routines, seasonal blog posts, and the joy of connecting through our September prompts. Grab a warm drink and enjoy a read.

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    Autumn,  Halloween 2025,  Kids' Crafts and Activities,  Parenting and Family Life,  Seasonal Inspiration

    10 Forgotten Halloween Games to Bring Back This Year

    September 3, 2025 /

    Halloween once meant apple bobbing, ghost stories, and quirky fortune-telling games. Here are 10 forgotten Halloween games worth reviving this year.

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  • Pinterest-style Halloween craft image with a handmade garland of little wool ghosts with black eyes, cosy DIY spooky décor for blog post 15 quirky Halloween crafts using things you already have at home."
    Autumn,  Halloween 2025,  Kids' Crafts and Activities,  Seasonal Inspiration

    15 Quirky Halloween Crafts Using Things You Already Have at Home

    September 2, 2025 /

    From paper bats to ghost lanterns, here are 15 quirky Halloween crafts you can make with what’s already in your cupboards. Fun, simple, and low-cost.

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    Autumn,  Halloween 2025,  Seasonal Inspiration

    13 Irish Halloween Traditions

    September 1, 2025 /

    Did you know Halloween began in Ireland? Here are 13 traditional Irish Halloween customs — from barmbrack to bonfires — and how to enjoy them today.

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    Autumn,  Halloween 2025,  Seasonal Inspiration

    12 Quirky Halloween Superstitions (and Where They Come From)

    August 30, 2025 /

    Black cats, turnip lanterns, and mysterious mirrors — Halloween superstitions have deep roots in folklore. Here are 12 quirky ones and where they come from.

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    Autumn,  Seasonal Inspiration,  Slow and Intentional Living

    Five Intentions I’m Carrying Into Autumn for a Healthier Season

    August 19, 2025 /

    Autumn always feels like a quiet little reset. In this post, I’m sharing five gentle intentions I’m carrying into the new season to feel healthier, calmer, and more grounded—body, mind, and soul.

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It’s wild and windy here again today. Rain against the windows. Weather warnings. The kind of morning that calls for a candle, a cup of coffee, and a little quiet work at the laptop. Slow down is a word we’ve all heard a thousand times — sometimes softly, sometimes loudly, sometimes as something we think we should do. This is your midweek check-in. Slowing down is often sold as an escape. Monday evening already. Good morning, happy Monday. Happy new week to you all. It’s a glorious Sunday afternoon here. There’s something about mid-February. Good morning, happy Valentine’s Day ❤️

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