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Djeran – Ant Season

Posted on April 23, 2018 by Petit Paradis

According to the Nyoongar Seasons, of which there are six, we are now in Djeran. The winds have dropped the last month or so, particularly in their intensity, with light breezes bringing a welcome freshness to the heat of the days. … Continue reading →

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A Nest of Kits

Posted on November 23, 2017 by Petit Paradis

Blackberry has three remaining kits. All looking well fed and healthy so we are hoping she will nurture them through successfully. Mrs PP has been placing the smallest of the three on top of the other two at regular times … Continue reading →

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Farmer Wants A Life

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Petit Paradis

“The greatest change we need to make is from consumption to production, even if on a small scale, in our own gardens. If only 10% of us do this, there is enough for everyone. Hence the futility of revolutionaries who … Continue reading →

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The Salvation of Less

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Petit Paradis

In life there are objects. And there is space. I am currently rediscovering a fascination and attraction to the space between objects. Periodically, as time permits, we return to a space of creating space. The selling continues as we reduce … Continue reading →

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Letting Go

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Petit Paradis

I realize there’s something incredibly honest about trees in winter, how they’re experts at letting things go. — Jeffrey McDaniel I found it quite liberating traveling around the world with just a back pack. But there were many times when even … Continue reading →

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Sweet Little Creature

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Petit Paradis

Something was not right with our eldest child this morning. He was impish and naughty and totally off his trolley. Just not right. Out of sorts. Out of control. It was about an hour before school and I had just … Continue reading →

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Non-Cereal Breakfasts @ Petit Paradis

Posted on November 7, 2017 by Petit Paradis

Things have been pretty busy. Nothing new there. Just more of it. Busyness that is. So I’m handing over this post to Mrs PP. I love a good solid breakfast. I realise not everyone does, but the petit paradis family … Continue reading →

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