My girlfriends know me so well! I recently was given a box of 7 virtues – no not the ones listed below – although I feel like COVID has us all working on some or all these in one way or another!
Faith is belief in the right things (including the virtues!).
Hope is taking a positive future view, that good will prevail.
Charity is concern for, and active helping of, others.
Fortitude is never giving up.
Justice is being fair and equitable with others.
Prudence is care of and moderation with money.
Temperance is moderation of needed things and abstinence from things which are not needed.
No ….the 7 Virtues I have in my hand have a gorgeous smell. Each one with it’s own unique scent. Founded in 2010 by journalist Barb Stegemann, The 7 Virtues is a social enterprise that sources fair trade, natural and organic essential oils. These perfumes build peace. They provide dignity and meaningful employment in communities rebuilding after war or strife. I’m currently being transported by the Peace Collection to far away nations like Afghanistan, Haiti, Rwanda, The Middle East, India & Madagascar and I didn’t even have to pack a bag!
Looking for a mood boost? The Peace Box is on special right now: https://the7virtues.com/product/peace-blend-box/ A great buy for $38 as it comes with a copy of “The 7 Virtues of a Philosopher Queen” written by founder and CEO Barb Stegemann. Peace out!
On an outdoor shoot a few weeks ago a fellow artist told me I had the coolest items and nicknamed me a “gear girl”. I’d never really thought of myself that way. I’m not a “gear freak” or a “tech head” so to speak. What excites me is the design of the gadgets, and how and where I can use them as I adventure around the world…..Fast forward to today and the first Gear Girl blog post! Follow me here to see what cool items I use in the field, at the cottage ….or to just be inspired!
Crushing this month as we move into winter over this amazing item designed and patented by Ayla Hutchinson. The Kindling Cracker™ firewood splitter started out as a school science project for her at the age of 13 and now is sold worldwide! It’s made of solid cast iron with a splitting wedge set inside a safety ring. To split a piece of wood you simply place it inside of the frame and strike it with a 3-4lb. Mallet (or another piece of wood). It’s such a simple, easy way to make kindling for your cottage log fire, pizza oven or to start a bonfire as the sun sets. Want to support this talented designer? Find yours here.
As I find things that inspire me I will share them with you. Here’s one that I found incredibly inspiring and hey…… I’ll take a number of George’s ANY day! 🙂
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