It is officially summer when the morning breeze is warm on the skin and the sweet sound of cicadas coming from the garden apprises us of the expected heat of the day. Mediterranean summers bring about a nonchalant way to life. A sense of ease. Balconies become...
Hello, hello and happy May! How is it that it’s already May?! There are times when I just cannot comprehend how fast time flies! I’m currently at my desk with a warm cup of coffee, staring out at the gloomy sky we’re having this morning. It...
March—the official first month of spring! Here in Greece, on the first day of March, there is a custom of wearing a red and white threaded bracelet called ‘Martis’. A tradition that dates back to Ancient Greek times which is still honoured to this...
At the beginning of a new month, people in Greece greet just about anyone they know and meet by saying ‘Kalo Mina’. It is the greek way of wholeheartedly wishing good things for the month ahead. Paris, who’s favourite season is summer and no...
January 5, 2024 A great sense of ease comes over me between the days of Christmas and New Year’s eve. I have my kid to thank for that. It was a very moody, greyish, snowy feel December when he was in grade two. I must have been the only ecstatic parent...
“Winter is a time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it’s the time for the home.” ~Edith Sitwell Hello! I woke this morning feeling much relaxed and rested. A good night’s...
