Category Archives: Fun and relaxation

Day 163: Knowing How to Put up a Tent Can Really Save you Time

Posted on June 11, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

I’m posting this a day late because yesterday was manic getting things ready for my husband’s birthday which mostly had to wait until after I’d finished my work for the day. As usual, I took on too much and one … Continue reading →

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Day 45: I think I’ve Earned a Day Off From Decluttering

Posted on February 14, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

It’s been 44 days since I started my challenge to take decluttering seriously and make small daily improvements around the house. Some days I’ve gone over the top and worked myself too hard like yesterday, so I gave myself permission … Continue reading →

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Day 44a: On A Day Off To Yourself…

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Sandra Madeira

…some people would relax and put their feet up or go out and do something fun. Not me, I am decluttering. And I love it ❤️. What would you do if you had a day off to yourself? Check in … Continue reading →

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Emptying the dishwasher to the beat of the music

Posted on November 9, 2018 by Sandra Madeira

I got in from work this evening faced with kitchen duties and dinner. I asked Alexa to play some music and the first track was ‘Jump’ by The Pointer Sisters. I then poured a glass of wine and emptied the … Continue reading →

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Blogging, cooking and wine

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Sandra Madeira

I’m having a nice cold glass of wine on this gorgeous summer’s day whilst cooking dinner for the family. It’s been a chilled out day for me as the girls haven’t had any homework this weekend as we are getting … Continue reading →

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Last day of my ‘holiday at home’

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Sandra Madeira

On the eve of going back to work, I wanted to fit in as much as I could into today. I was up early listening to a meditation track, then had a whole hour of writing time. Just as everyone … Continue reading →

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Feeling relaxed and calm on Christmas Eve…

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

It’s Christmas Eve morning, and I’m sitting here thinking about how little I have to do. We’re about to have a lovely Christmas dinner with my mum and dad, all the presents are wrapped and under the tree and I’m … Continue reading →

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Interesting rubbish!

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

Sometimes rubbish on the floor can turn into something interesting to photograph. I glanced over at the other side of the room today and spotted a screwed up tissue in the shape of a dog. I asked one of my … Continue reading →

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Back to the routine on Monday

Posted on September 3, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

The weather was gorgeous today so I spent some of it relaxing in the garden.  I always feel pleased with myself when I actually relax because I’m usually rushing around multi-tasking.  Of course I’m not going to admit that the relaxing … Continue reading →

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Facing my fear of cycling!

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Sandra Madeira

My partner kindly bought me a brand new bike the Christmas before last and until yesterday it has spent 20 months in the garage! My fear of riding a bike stems back from childhood (whilst visiting relatives in Canada) when … Continue reading →

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