I began this blog in 2009, right before attempting to walk the Via de la Plata from Seville, Spain up to Santiago, a distance of 1000 kilometers.
On that trek, I made a decision to leave my 14 year long relationship and set out on my own, focusing on my fiber art.
I was sidetracked when my mother made the decision to move to Portland, then BACK to her hometown in California within the span of 3 months.
If a person believed in Karma, the events of last summer should have me paid up! After helping my mother get settled, I found myself in the interesting position of being homeless. During that same month, I lost my beloved grandmother and was betrayed by a person I was naive enough to trust.
It was not as unsettling as one would expect, however, and not completely unexpected. So, instead of going into a panic, I decided it was a good time to practice what I learned walking the Camino -- to simplify my life -- and that project became the next section of this blog.
If a person believed in Karma, the events of last summer should have me paid up! After helping my mother get settled, I found myself in the interesting position of being homeless. During that same month, I lost my beloved grandmother and was betrayed by a person I was naive enough to trust.
It was not as unsettling as one would expect, however, and not completely unexpected. So, instead of going into a panic, I decided it was a good time to practice what I learned walking the Camino -- to simplify my life -- and that project became the next section of this blog.
I'm continuing to live frugally. Last year my entire income was under $6,500.
Now, having gotten rid of nearly all my possessions, this blog turns to rediscovery of lost wisdom, arts, and tips for simplifying everyday life.
Now, having gotten rid of nearly all my possessions, this blog turns to rediscovery of lost wisdom, arts, and tips for simplifying everyday life.
I hope you will continue to follow and find it of interest.