I’ve been in Florida for over a week, slowly making changes around the house and also exploring the local area. I’m repainting the front door as soon as I settle on the perfect shade of mint or sea green. I’ve also ordered a few more decorative accents for the primary bedroom makeover.
I get a few things done in the morning and then when the heat arrives, I set aside time to relax, to exercise, and also practice what I began years ago, the act of sitting in stillness. I’m left with greater clarity, gratitude, and a sense of calm as a result. I find this easier to do in the summer months when the pace of life moves a bit slower.
Favorite links from the week:
This remodeled house in south Florida has lovely tile throughout.
This elegant home in Sonoma is a lesson on how to decorate with brown tones.
How the direction your home faces impacts the amount of natural light.
The “wrong shoe” theory of interior design.
The joy of the Do Not Disturb smart phone feature.
Pink cocktails for summer or any occasion.
Amazing! He built a gorgeous chocolate chair with end table.
Who knew cinnamon was useful for getting rid of both aphids and mosquitos?!
The better question to ask when looking for a place to eat while traveling.
How to embrace “Il Dolce Far Niente”, the Italian way of life.
Thank you for the article Il Dolce Far Niente. Excellent advice for all of us in this crazy world we live in. Learn to appreciate what you have and savor moments of just ‘being’ and, most of all, carve out some time for peace in your life. Thank you again for reminding us what we need do.
thank you and agreed :)
Found Il Dolce Far Niente article interesting. I think this may have been the case at one time in Italy, now I do believe it relates to your socio economic situation. I’m in Australia (Italian parents) and we have many young people working here as they can not find work in Italy. I understand the concept behind it, to enjoy the little things, however, when you don’t have work I believe it makes it hard to do so. Just my thoughts.
thank you for sharing
I found the “Il Dolce Far Niente” article interesting. While it may have been true in Italy at one time, I believe it now depends on your socio-economic situation. I’m in Australia with Italian parents, and many young Italians are working here because they can’t find jobs back home. I understand the idea of enjoying the little things, but without work, it’s challenging to do so. Just my thoughts.
thank you for sharing! I liked the sense of life balance in the article, in America we are conditioned to hustle all the time, and it’s been my experience Italians seem to incorporate leisure into their week better than we do. :)