Elderberries are little powerhouses of goodness — rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and immune-supporting anthocyanins. For generations, they’ve been turned into syrups and tonics to help soothe coughs, colds, and seasonal sniffles. While homemade herbal remedies aren’t scientifically tested, elderberry is the main active ingredient in a popular over counter medicine. This simple homemade version…
I try to apply simplicity approach to all aspects of my life, including motherhood. I became the happiest when I stopped worrying about what others may think and started living by following my heart and values. Second-hand gift? Why not? So instead of buying something new, we had a chat with my older daughter and…
If you’re looking to escape the hustle of daily life, Forest Bathing could be the answer. Developed in Japan, the idea of Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku) is more or less: go be in nature, a little more deliberately than usual. Walk without trying to reach a destination and open your senses. Let nature enter through your…
“Creativity is as important as literacy” Playdough is one of my daughter’s favourite activities! She is making food, various shapes, animals, as a base for the farm, fairies village and other random things. When I tried to make playdough myself, I couldn’t believe I bought it so many times! Because it’s not only super simple…
Many of us feel that sometimes life is too hectic, too chaotic, too busy and simply overwhelming. And we often feel hungry for a change, hungry for a simpler and slower life. This is the way of living at my parents home, in one Italian village. Days were sunny and peacefully slow there. On first days…