{tinza's tiny good things #11}

Today marks 55 days since I last saw a friend or family member. I'll never forget that day: I drove frantically to Heathrow to get my parents on a flight back to Canada before borders shut...
This weekend I went on a much-needed long walk and as I looked out across the fields, I drew in a deep breath and felt at peace with the world around me and I was reminded of this Laura Ingalls Wilder quote.
In some ways time has flown since lockdown began and although life in grocery stores has changed and there's no commute to work or visits with friends, work life continues & other things are rather normal. Many will say there are benefits to this slower-paced life and the planet is thankful. As lockdown starts to lift slowly (and please do take it slowly and ignore the confusing advice we're currently getting), I want to hold on to the good things this crisis has taught us.
Today's #tinygoodthings is to just stop and reflect on the small things & cherish those, but I'd also urge you to pick up the phone, send an email or a text, or write a letter to someone who you haven't heard from in a while. It might just be that tiny little gesture they need.
x
L

{tinza's tiny good things #10}

{roast chicken at Chota House}

 Last night I cooked myself a lovely roast chicken! Sometimes I like to cook a big meal--the kind I would do if I were entertaining--even if it's just for 1. Because the truth is: we should do things for ourselves just as much as for others.... and why shouldn't you, just because you're in lockdown or you're living on your own?
More than ever it's important to eat well and remember the #tinygoodthings.
I did the same for Easter Sunday, and cooked up a big roast lamb.

The good thing about roasts is they make so many yummy leftovers...& the great thing about roast chickens is the broth, which I use in bolognese, risottos, stews: the list is endless!
x
L

{tinza's tiny good things #9}

{quote from NYC library}

Today's #tinygoodthings is all about reading & books & libraries. I was reminded that a year ago I was in NYC, visiting the New York Public Library and took a snap of this quote. There is nothing quite like a good book... and I'm also in love with libraries. So here are a few pics of some of my fave I have visited. Can't wait to see more once lockdown is over and we've put COVID-19 behind us!

Perhaps these grand libraries aren't such a 'tiny thing' but a good quote and a good book surely are the little pleasures that make life enjoyable!

x

L

{NYC library}

{Univeridade de Coimbra royal library}

{Oxborough Hall}

{Trinity Hall, Cambridge's oldest chained library}

{Kenwood House}