[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.10.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-40px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.10.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.10.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.10.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Positive Energy to Start the Week Sunday is a good day to look ahead to a week of intention. Start strong with some words of motivation. Today: simple steps to bring change inspiration to use your strengths to make… Continue reading Sunday Motivation
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Stand up, speak up, volunteer, take action
Choosing Sustainable Textiles
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.10.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.10.1″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.10.1″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.10.1″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Learning and Changing I have long tried to make sustainable choices when making textile art but, I am ashamed to say, that has not always been the case. When I started quilting 20+ years ago, I began as many sewists doing… Continue reading Choosing Sustainable Textiles
7 Inspiring blogs about living intentionally
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″] Wonderful resources for mindful living These are great reads if you are looking to: Live mindfully Make sustainable, environmentally sound choices Change your relationship with things and ownership Simplify your mind, your home and your life Create a life of gratitude, joy… Continue reading 7 Inspiring blogs about living intentionally
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Every Child Matters: A Canada Day Reflection
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”9px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.17.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] Reflections on Canada Day 2021 Today is Canada Day. Most years that means family gatherings, BBqs, outdoor adventures, fireworks and musical extravaganzas. This year is different. Many communities are cancelling Canada Day events… Continue reading Every Child Matters: A Canada Day Reflection
Social action: Black Lives Matter
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Nova Scotia Strong
Nova Scotia StrongStaying strong – apart but together One week ago, on the morning of April 19, people across Nova Scotia were shocked and devastated to hear of an active shooter in Colchester Country. We learned that the shooter was driving a fake RCMP vehicle, likely wearing a uniform. We breathed a sigh of relief when… Continue reading Nova Scotia Strong
Coping with physical distancing
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