Clairejustalittleless

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• Short Hair and a List

  

  No it's not new year but I wanted to get going with blogging again and it kind of feels like a new start as we've just had Easter and the clocks went forward... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2021 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• A Mini-break at Rowthorne Lodge, Derbyshire

  

  Just a week ago we headed off on a mini-break to celebrate our wedding anniversary, the end of term, retiring from teaching and the fact that it's summer and... Read more

  Posted on 30 July 2020 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Life Changes

  

  So this is where I'm at. I've retired early from teaching. On Friday I left my full-time teaching post after six happy years at a wonderful primary school. Read more

  Posted on 21 July 2020 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Tiny Garden Tour 2020

  

  Hello there. I hope you're well and configuring your way around coronavirus. To be honest, I think my coping mechanisms are all over the place and my ability... Read more

  Posted on 25 May 2020 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Easter 2020

  

  There's been no shortage of chocolate, sunshine and beautiful spring flowers this Easter break. Also, there's been no shortage of time since March 19th when... Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2020 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• My Word for 2019

  

  It's been a few years since I've chosen a word for the year and I've missed this little ritual and the guidance it can bring. Slowly, the word that has come to... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2019 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Christmas in Photos

  

  Homegrown purple sprouts and a Christmas hotchpotch of photos, I know, but I missed posting any photos of last year's festivities and I'm determined to share... Read more

  Posted on 31 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Hi There!

  

  Hi there guys! It's been ages, I know, but I just couldn't resist the urge to revisit this space and wish you all a wonderful Christmas. So, how are you? Read more

  Posted on 23 December 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Sunny Side Up

  

  This summer.... I'm sure we'll remember this summer for years to come. I mean, we don't often get summers like this in the UK, do we? I think it helps to have... Read more

  Posted on 09 July 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• 53. Happy Friday Links

  

  I'm delighted to be able to share some fresh links and inspiration this Friday. Enjoy!The Gardeners Cottage - Ageless Style via The Vintage Contessa. Janet is... Read more

  Posted on 19 April 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• 52. Happy Friday Links

  

  Hello and welcome to my long overdue Friday feast of links. I hope you find something inspiring, uplifting or entertaining here. Please take a seat and... Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• What's New?

  

  Hello lovely readers! I thought it's about time that I put pen to paper, bare my soul a little and get on with my blog.You see, Just a little less has been on... Read more

  Posted on 09 April 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• 51. Happy Friday Links

  

  Finding my blogging feet and back with some wonderful reads and resources to inspire simplicity, mindfulness and living well on less. Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Enjoying the Present Moment

  

  Our eldest son has just returned to China after a three week break at home. It was lovely to have Sam home, enjoy his company and catch-up with his life in... Read more

  Posted on 21 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Hi!

  

  Well hello! I thought I'd return where I left off with a few glorious photos of Lyme Regis. It was a much needed break - unlike my last blogging break which I... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2018 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Half-term Plans

  

  I love this time of year when the leaves are at their most vibrant but I also feel a little bit sad that British Summer Time (BST) is about to end (reminder:... Read more

  Posted on 21 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• 50. Happy Friday Links

  

  Back on track with my blogging and thrilled to bring you some delightful links. Short Blonde Hair Care by This Mom's Gonna Snap. Read more

  Posted on 20 October 2017 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Minimalist Monday: Crete Wardrobe

  

  These are the items I'm taking for a week in Crete in late September. My holiday wardrobe contains: 3 pairs of shorts; 1 pair of leggings; 1 pair of khaki... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2017 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• 49. Happy Friday Links

  

  Hello! I'm so pleased to be able to bring you this week's links. Relax and enjoy.On Discipline from Minimalist Meditations (a new blog started in January 2017). Read more

  Posted on 15 September 2017 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Minimalist Monday: A New Start

  

  So, I resigned from my full-time permanent teaching job. It was easier to do a second time around but still a very difficult process (I last resigned from a... Read more

  Posted on 11 September 2017 FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE