A two hour train ride took us from the wild countryside of Proceno, to the big city of Florence. It is a delight to witness the many faces of Italia. Here, the air doesn't have the smoky sweetness of pellet stoves I've come to love, instead the air is filled with sounds. Sirens, cars honking, … Continue reading Florence – The City of Renaissance
This Vegan Pierogi Recipe looks complicated, but it's actually deceptively simple. You probably have all the ingredients in your pantry already! You can follow the dough recipe and fill with whatever you like, or try the Mushroom, Potato, and Onion Recipe Below. I liked this creation so much I made it twice in two weeks. … Continue reading Vegan Mushroom & Onion Pierogis
Our stay in picturesque Proceno is winding to a close. We've been here for 30 days, spent a quiet Christmas and rang in the New Year with style. Our Homebase and hosts have been gracious, generous, and helped us feel right at home. Proceno, Italy If you're planning an Italian getaway and you enjoy the … Continue reading What To Know About Visiting Proceno, Italy
It's taken me a long time to learn how to be a good friend, how to cultivate healthy friendships, how to sort the weeds from the wildflowers. This past year of 2021 has been a beautiful unfolding of female relationships. I have long been blessed with a solid foundation of friendships with older women, usually … Continue reading Manifesting Sisterhood
Breathing in the fresh morning air, clear and crisp, a peaceful mareReady to munch on piles of hay, nothing to do but enjoy the dayEasy and slow, all feels right, feelings of safety through the nightA nicker, a whinny, her friends do call, beckoning her to come from her stallTogether they wander through the fields, … Continue reading A Happy Mare
Amanda Soper 