Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?

If the answer is no, I maybe able to help you.

#soulfoodandco

I have a Boutique retail outlet for the work of talented artists and well validated products. If you would like to purchase original, quality gifts for your loved ones, I have the answers to your Christmas shopping here online.
What could be easier and more rewarding?

Would you like merchandise or souvenirs from New Zealand?

Would you be interested in personalised art works?

Is there a new baby who would be warmed by a New Zealand wool sweater?

Who would enjoy beautiful skin care and health products?
https://trinas-healthy-side.usana.com/

...(I'm sure the blokes out there would be interested in the Chevvy in my driveway! but sorry folks if the Chevvy leaves the property my partner may not be too impressed)

#soulfoodandco

It's Rewarding to Give and Receive

When I started out to write this 'blog', it was first designed to make the reader aware of how difficult reading, writing and spelling can be. I've noticed in the entries of my blog that it's more about, having a new vision around how people carry their mind, body and soul.
So many people are challenged by learning disabilities every day, like me.
I'm just high-lighting the fact it doesn't need to be a disability. You don't need to hide from it.
Carry your head high, it's a way to show to yourself and others, you have what it takes to be happy, confident and contribute to life.
Try something new; spend time walking around a children's hospital ward, volunteer at a Red Cross, visit a animals shelter, to watch caring people make a difference to children and the poor.
They don't care if you can't read or write well, but they will know "You Have a Heart That Cares".
Look around, we all have something to offer in the places we call home.

                                             You were created to make somebody
                                                           else's life better.

                                                     Somebody needs your smile.

                                          They need your love, your encouragement
                                                            and your gifts.
                                                                                                                
                                                                                         -Joel Osteen
                                                   
                                                     
         

Building Relationships

We all have life journeys to create.
The question is... are we all happy with our Life so far?
It's never too late to change or add something new that can be rewarding to make it a better and happier journey.
Have you hugged your children lately?. It doesn't matter how young or old they are - share a quiet moment when you get the chance, when they are on their own, girls..boys or men, some don't like affection in public, so don't make a fuss in crowds. Put your arms out for a hug, don't be afraid to tell them you love them and are proud of them. We all need to hear that out loud often.
Maybe organize a break away to enjoy some happy times, together and make memories that are waiting to be savoured.
It doesn't even need to be far from home, camping ground down the road!. Staying at a backpackers could be fun. Meeting new people that have travelled the world, they may surprise you with friendships that can last a life time or interesting conversations that will be remembered, new contacts and places can be interesting and exciting experiences.
Have you tried making something  with your own hands?, something you can share with your family e.g; build a project together that the whole family can be involved in!. Look around your yard maybe make a starling box paint it the some as the house/shed maybe the fence, try your hand at paving!. A path to the clothes line or in the garden shed made from scraps of bricks. Think of idea's to enjoy a Sunday lunch together filled with fun and laughter.
If you can fill a room with crazy family members...then my friends you have everything...you have -Love-

Spring is in the Air

                                                     
                                            Spring is here!
                                            but time will tell when Summer will arrive,
                                            Let the fun time's visit this house,
                                            for all of us to thrive.
                                            Gardens will grow, people will come with stories to flow.
                                            Great memories to store.
                                             Can this last all year long till  the next season rolls on.
                                             Only  you & I will remember to hold,
                                             what next year has install.
                                           
                                           

                                            

                                           
                                            
                                            

Summer ?

  

Summer,

 are you on your way!

It feels such a long time ago, are we fools, 

 we have been waiting  for you all year 

please be here soon!.

 

This winter has held on it seems.

                                                       We have had to much rain!,
                                                        to many cold nights,
                                                         please be here soon!.
 
                                                      Why so many weather problems!.
                                 for the first time we are looking forward to the outdoors,
                                             when are we meant to start enjoy finer days!
                                            more warmer evenings, more family fun times.
                                                                 please be here soon!.

                                             Our grandson will be 3 years old this Christmas
                                                  and we can't wait to take him places,
                                                    to play, to run, to simply have fun
                                                                 please be here soon!.
 

                                              
                                                  My Grandson & I enjoying cuddles as always
                                                                

 
                      

                                                                
             
              

Best house in the Street

                                   We have a rental in Waihi NZ, she's been ours for 10 years
                                   now and its time to give her a paint job. The tenant was wrapped
                                   that we have gone to all that time and trouble for her!  

                                   We have a great and happy tenant but the idea to take this big
                                   job on painting a 100 year old Kauri Villa wasn't to make her
                                    feel good I tell you, this old girl was tired and was in  great 
                                   need of some TLC taken a while to like the colour choice but we
                                   have come around to it now, warmer feel about it then full out
                                   white
                                  What do you guys think? thumbs up or not so much!

Open for Business #SoulFoodAndCo

Open for Business
I had a dream to open a little store of my own one day, selling flowers, mosaics, craft, books and bric-a-brac.
I'd hoped to bring a smile to the face of my customers. Of course I wanted to be a little reminder for people to enjoy life more and to be an inspiration to reduce the pressures we carry around every day.
This little shop would be stocked not only by my own art but also by the talent of my neighbours and community. It would be such a welcoming place that people would like to linger. This lead to ideas of a B&B on the property.
It's hard to believe that this dream has materialised!
Okay, it's in a different form to that which I originally aspired, however something better has happened.
I have opened my dream shop online. #SoulFoodAndCo
I am reminded of Steve Jobs Quote:" The Only Way To Do Great Work Is To Love What You Do"
When you visit, you will see, personalised crafts including Mosaics, Mirrors, Wall Hangings and many more unique items. Also I'm a distributor of Usana health & body products. ( this includes health shakes, vitamins, personal health care eg, shampoos & conditioners, toothpaste, full range of skin care produces ).https://trinas-healthy-side,usana.com/
Encouragement to dream comes with a strong recommendation from me. Don't stop dreaming. Dreams can come true.