A thoughtful journal with insights and strategies to help you embrace an intentional approach to your home and daily life, bringing more calm and purpose.

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Turmeric Gut Shot

Part of my health journey has been to reduce inflammation within my body and mind. (and continue to!) I do this through many ways, like good gut health, exercise, mindfulness, meditation, reducing chemicals and more.

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Carrot and Walnut Cake

This is the best carrot and walnut cake I have ever made! It’s moist, light and tastes delicious. This was the first time making it gluten and dairy free, so honestly I was a little hesitant to start, but thanks to my MIL and her quality baking skills, she gave me her recipe to share with you!

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One Pan Frittata

This One Pan Frittata is one of our family’s favourite things to make on the weekend or holidays. This filling, comforting meal is perfect anytime you need an easy and delicious breakfast or brunch. Eggs, bacon, spinach, and tomatoes blended together with just the perfect amount of seasonings make this a favourite for all ages!

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Family Holiday to Indonesia

Our recent trip to Indonesia was amazing! It was our first holiday together as a family of four overseas that didn’t include visiting relatives. A long overdue trip that was postponed a few years…

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30 days to a Clean Home

I made a very simple, and easy to-follow, 30 Days to a Clean Home Calendar for you!!!! I am so excited to start this in April, but really you can start anytime. The challenge is so easy, you’ll have a task each day to make Cleaning not so daunting.My biggest tip is to use plant-based products to complete each task, I have favourites below! You’ll be shocked to know you really only need a few products for cleaning and deep cleaning.

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Mango salad with Avo smash

I have been wanting to make this salad since we returned from Indonesia. Fresh, light, colourful and zingy!

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Ningxia Smoothie

One way I love to pack in the nutrients daily is a smoothie, mid morning or after a work out.

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5 Minute Bliss Balls

These are my go to easy peasy no bake coconut and date bliss balls. The kids love them for a snack.

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Zesty Summer salad with lemon dressing.

At Christmas we had a zesty delicious Summer salad that my sister in law made. She served it with grilled flatbread with a side of prawns and fish. It was so good I had to make it myself to share with you!

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Kids Banana and Carrot Cupcakes

This is a fave sweet treat for the kids! Carrot cupcakes with nutmeg and cinnamon which actually taste very festive too. They make a great snack for morning tea or pack lunches and they’re soft, moist, and cheerfully fluffy!

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Homemade Lamb Pizza

We like to have a Roast once a week. It’s been a tradition in my family for generations. We enjoy a leisurely family Sunday Roast followed by a walk. We always cook a large lamb so we have leftovers for the following day and THIS is our favourite left over Roast lamb pizza! In fact, you can make it with any left over meat Roasts! Hope you like it!

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Candle Round-up

A round up of my favourite candles and stems. We ditched candles three years ago in our home to create a safer and healthier home. You can read more about why here and what we use to make our home smell good instead. Do I miss them? Nope! You can get such brilliant faux battery candles these days. Especially with little ones, it definitely gives me peace of mind.

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Grapefruit Seed Salad

Last week I had a craving for Grapefruit, I know… strange right, it must be the Spring weather! But in actual fact, the benefits of grapefruit are numerous. Here are the top six major grapefruit benefits: Weight loss, cellulite reduction, cancer fighter, immune booster, stroke risk reducer, skin health and appearance enhancer. Loved this article from Dr Axe. Gimme ALL the grapefruit!

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Smoothie (Acai) Bowl

My first encounter with the infamous Acai Bowl was 11 years ago in Indonesia after I had just done a two hour Yoga class. It blew my mind! Refreshing, light, healthy and jam packed full all of nutrients! For years before the kids were born I made them… Well let’s just say they got put on the back burner. Until last month. Hello Smoothie, ice cream like, delicious snack, afternoon treat or breakfast bowl for the entire family.

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Simple Garden Salad

I eat A LOT of greens, and this is my current favourite garden salad that I know you will love too! It’s light, healthy, and easy to whip up in just a few mins!

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