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Good INTENTIONS

The advent of a new year brings with it an opportunity to reflect and renew, to set sights on how we could bring more joy to the way we live. Rather than setting a ‘resolution’ – which can feel overwhelming – creating a smaller, less pressured, ‘intention’ can reap big rewards. It could be a newly planted window box to provide a cheery welcome every time we return home, a new ritual that brings a moment of calm to an otherwise busy day, or the gratification of finally organising something personally meaningful such as a family photo album.

Taking time to dream and scheme is all part of the process, so the perfect place to start could be by creating a space dedicated to gathering inspiration and ideas. Who knows what positive changes 2020 will bring?

CURATE A SHELF OR AN AREA OF THE HOME DIFFERENTLY

“When rearranging a shelf to appreciate items in a new light, try

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