Life at Ye Olde Shoppe
Escapism
So we have survived a few weeks back at school (for my husband) and back into more of a normal routine. I’m not going to lie, getting up at 6.30am again when I don’t need to leave the house and have been partly of furlough was a shock to the system. But B doesn’t easilyContinue reading “Escapism”
From messy to Marie Kondo’ing
As some of you may know we recently bought our own house `(after a number of years living with the in-laws). What you won’t know is that I am a naturally messy person. I don’t mean we live in squalor or anything, but I would never normally be stressed out by un-neat piles of clothes,Continue reading “From messy to Marie Kondo’ing”
Planning for Christmas
I know I know it’s only September. I hear you. But just read on a little before you think I’ve totally gone mad. I’ve started planning for Christmas. I wrote a list of all the dessert/cake items I want to make or buy to enjoy over the festive season. In coming weeks I’ll do theContinue reading “Planning for Christmas”
Last of the summer sun
I don’t know about where you are, but I’m currently sat outside on a glorious Monday (again on flexi furlough), in lovely hot temperatures (I think its 24ish C). I know this may be the last of the summer sun, but what a blessing the weather mainly has been this year. When Covid first hitContinue reading “Last of the summer sun”
A little bit Green
Here at Ye Olde Shoppe we have been trying to be a bit more conscious about what we choose to buy and the impact that is having on the world. I am the first to admit I am not an eco-warrior. I try my best. I try to be considerate of my purchases and theContinue reading “A little bit Green”
“New normal”
If only I had a pound for every time this phrase had been uttered this year. I think we would all be rich. 2020 has provided many many versions of a “new normal” already. From shielding to lockdowns to face masks and more, this phrase has been used to describe each new phase of lifeContinue reading ““New normal””
Hello
Hi! I’m Sarah; recent homeowner and foodie. I’ve started this blog to connect with other foodies, new homeowners, or those who live with someone who has chronic depression. But at Life at Ye Olde Shoppe most of my ramblings may just be about new things I’ve got excited about. I tend to be excitable andContinue reading “Hello”
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