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There's Joy in a Simple Life | No Talking, Rural Winter Living

Welcome to winter in our forest home 🩷 This week brings fresh snow and steady winds, and we’re settling into the slower rhythm that this season naturally brings. The days begin quietly with a warm cup of tea and caring for our indoor flowers. Jelly Bean and Mixie keep close by as I unpack a new puzzle table and begin working on a fresh puzzle. I’ve been thinking a lot about how much time we spend on screens, and how returning to simple hobbies — puzzles, sewing, baking, music, crafting — helps bring a sense of calm and focus back into our homes. In the kitchen, I bake ribbon roll bread and make a simple broccoli and kale soup — comforting meals for cold days. Later, I take you along on a small shopping trip to our local HomeSense, where I often find many of my puzzles. The next day, while my husband watches the hockey game, I add a small touch of early spring to the kitchen. Sharing our simple life with you has been a blessing. We look forward to quiet moments together ❤️ Thank you for being here #slowliving #forestlife #silentvlog #winterliving Ribbon Roll Bread Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour 1½ cups milk (warm) 2½ tsp active dry yeast (or 1 packet) 2 tbsp sugar 3 tbsp of oil 1 tsp salt Instructions: Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk and sugar, then sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy. Mix dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until a sticky dough forms. Knead: Turn dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic or 7 minutes in a stand mixer. Shape rolls: Divide, roll and cut your 6 pieces Second rise: Place shaped dough in bread pan cover, and let rise 30–45 minutes. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake rolls 25-27 minutes until golden brown. Cool & serve: Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then enjoy warm. Cheesy Broccoli & Kale Soup Ingredients: 1–2 tbsp olive oil 1 cup chopped kale 2 cups broccoli florets 1 large potato, peeled and cubed 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock ½ cup cream 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar works well) Salt & pepper to taste Instructions: Cook kale: In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add kale and cook 3–5 minutes until softened. Add veggies & stock: Add broccoli, potato, and stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Simmer: Cook for 30 minutes until vegetables are tender. Add cream & cheese: Stir in cream and cheese, cooking until melted and combined. Blend: Use a hand blender to purée until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve: Pour into bowls and enjoy warm with your ribbon roll bread!