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Taking Time to Live Well

Listen: Scandi playlist

Lottie Storey December 20, 2016

Some are moody – some, poppy: songs with a Nordic soul to make you feel cooler.

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The Simple Things

Taking time to live well

We celebrate slowing down, enjoying what you have, making the most of where you live, enjoying the company of of friends and family, and feeding them well. We like to grow some of our own vegetables, visit local markets, rummage for vintage finds, and decorate our home with the plunder. We love being outdoors and enjoy the satisfaction that comes with a job well done.