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What Is Hurkle-Durkle? Move Over, Hygge

You know I love any excuse to talk about language. Give me all the discussions about spelling, pronunciation, and idioms. If it’s quirky and has a good backstory, I’m in.

So you can imagine my…

Personality Insights, Habits, Home, Language
May, 05, 2025
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Not Just a Pretty Book – How I Actually Use My Sprouted Planner

I’ve been asked to share more behind-the-scenes peeks into how I plan. So…here are some spreads from my 2025 Weekly Sprouted Planner!

Exercise Tracking

I’ve been using Sprouted planners for almost 4 years (a huge thanks…

Happy Things Friday: 2 May

It’s May! The trees are blossoming, the snow tires have been swapped off the vehicles, and the shovels are (hopefully) packed away for good.

Last week was a blur — Easter Monday, two sick days…

My Fun List in Action: A Look at 2025 So Far

At the start of 2025, I didn’t set any traditional resolutions or goals.

Instead, I created two lists: Fun Ideas and Mantras. I wanted the year to feel light and flexible – more about (enjoyable)…

Goals, Habits, Joy, Life, Personality Insights, Planning
May, 01, 2025
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What Is Hurkle-Durkle? Move Over, Hygge

Not Just a Pretty Book – How I Actually Use My Sprouted Planner

Happy Things Friday: 2 May

My Fun List in Action: A Look at 2025 So Far

Cool Bloggers Walking Club: Week #4

I’ll Pass on the €600,000 Watch (But I Will Take the Beach House)

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