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A plant ally is a plant that you have a close relationship with, much like a close friend. They are especially wonderful at helping you to tune in to your intuition and find clarity. Do you have one already? Would you like one? Tricia shares how to meet your plant ally. Continue reading

Posted Aug 12, 2021 at little eco footprints

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Nature memoir Greenhood: the delight in being dormant, will be out 2022

Nature memoir Greenhood: the delight in being dormant, will be out in 2022. "I hope Greenhood inspires you to create a clearing in your life—a dormant moment to imbibe in your essence—to rest, reflect, and revise, so that you can emerge renewed and with clarity, knowing exactly what it is you wish to cultivate." Tricia D. Walker. Continue reading

Posted Aug 6, 2021 at little eco footprints

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Love that you saw an opportunity to take a breather and took it Nathalie. And oh yes -is so sad its a luxury. I imagine wed all be a whole lot wiser if we took a break every now and then. T

Commented Jun 5, 2019 on On taking a breather (my midlife gap year) at little eco footprints

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Thank you Kim xx

Commented Jun 3, 2019 on On taking a breather (my midlife gap year) at little eco footprints

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On taking a breather (my midlife gap year)

Two and a half years; that’s a long time between blog posts. I declared 2017 my ‘midlife gap year’—a year off to focus on living life rather than earning a living. A year to pause and ponder before moving onto the second half of my life. I embraced all the ‘r’ words: retreat, reflection, reevaluation, rejuvenation, and restoration. I found the whole experience so worthwhile, my midlife gap year extended to two years. It took that long for my pause to pay off, for me to reemerge—restored, renewed and ready. Liv’s small school visits to measure our tiny home for... Continue reading

Posted Jun 3, 2019 at little eco footprints

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Hi Kate. Im a huge fan of face-to-face workshops and also of minimising time online and in front of a screen - so although its a wonderful idea - I dont think online workshops are something Id consider. My long-term plan is to run weekend retreats - so perhaps a whole weekend of workshops (by me and others) would be worth traveling for? :-) And i had so much fun giving the workshop i wouldnt rule out me giving it at other locations within Aus. Warm wishes, Tricia

Commented Nov 19, 2016 on How to create the time to live YOUR fair and sustainable life? at little eco footprints

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How to create the time to live YOUR fair and sustainable life?

Almost a year ago I wrote here that I was going to step away from this space for a month - to focus on home and start the new year with a calm mind and a clear vision. It seems one month wasn't enough. This space became one of the many casualties of me ruthlessly clearing the clutter from my schedule. A move that was necessary for me to move even closer to living the life that I aspire to. We can't have and do everything - we have to choose. And I chose to focus on home for a... Continue reading

Posted Nov 10, 2016 at little eco footprints

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Hi Shellie. I got mine from a hardware store. So perhaps try another hardware store or two. T

Commented Jul 22, 2016 on Cheaper chooks - How to reduce the cost of feeding chickens at little eco footprints

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All is good thankyou Jaymie. Just focusing on living rather than writing for a while. Ill be back in this space soon (ish). Ta for checking in. T

Commented Jun 9, 2016 on Slowing down to start the new year with calm and clarity at little eco footprints

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I had a bag of unshelled nuts in the fridge for a couple of months - and they were still fine. But Im not sure how long they would last if they were just stored in a bucket. If they are shriveled - then perhaps they might not taste very nice. Their fresh almost crunchy texture is part of their appeal. Sorry i cant be more helpful Gail.

Commented Apr 22, 2016 on Bunya nut bounty: How to process and cook Australian native bunya nuts at little eco footprints

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Were in the southern hemisphere - so northerly aspects are typically preferred by the bees.

Commented Feb 13, 2016 on Bee friendly to native bees: how to build a solitary bee hotel at little eco footprints

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Hi Kim. When I strain the grains to make a new batch - the egg shells usually sit lower in the strainer than the grains - so its easy to tip out grains and leave most of the egg shells behind. They also slowly dissolve. T

Commented Jan 29, 2016 on How to make water kefir: a healthy fizzy fermented drink at little eco footprints

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Hi Jill. Yes - Heather is still selling solar ovens. Looks like her new web page address for the solar ovens is: http://www.sunkettle.com/product/suncook-solar-oven. Shes overseas at moment, but due back soon.

Commented Jan 13, 2016 on Sunshine Cooking ~ Introducing my new solar oven at little eco footprints

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Hi Gail. They should be producing fruit by their second year. Its important to maintain only three stems. One large one. And then a medium sized one. And then a small pup. Otherwise your plant will put all its energy into growing stems rather than fruit. Cut away all other stems with a pruning saw. If you chop prunings into chunks you can put them into a worm farm - worms love banana stem. Once your main stem has finished fruiting - then cut it down. And your second biggest stem should flower soon after. Good luck. Plus banana likes loads of water. I hope that helps. Tricia

Commented Dec 16, 2015 on Slowing down to start the new year with calm and clarity at little eco footprints

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Hi Fran. I laughed at your mention of Triciaisms. Thank you :-) Your 5 days without power seems like a simply perfect way to celebrate the festive season. Enjoy making those sand castles xx

Commented Dec 1, 2015 on A calm and connected countdown to Christmas at little eco footprints

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Slowing down to start the new year with calm and clarity

It's a good time to slow down and step away from the online world - so that you can start the new year with a calm mind and a clear vision. Continue reading

Posted Nov 30, 2015 at little eco footprints

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Hi Erica. I cook in the soaking water. It helps to create creamy porridge. T

Commented Nov 27, 2015 on Perfect porridge: Four easy steps to nutritious and frugal oat porridge at little eco footprints

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Hi Zena, I like how youve intentionally scheduled time for yourself into your day. Inspiring. x

Commented Nov 27, 2015 on How to create white space in your life at little eco footprints

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Thank you Shea x

Commented Nov 27, 2015 on How to create white space in your life at little eco footprints

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Thank you Krista. fulfilled is a good word for it. By noticing and enjoying the free time I actually feel like Ive had a break. Rather than feel guilty about wasting time.

Commented Nov 27, 2015 on How to create white space in your life at little eco footprints

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A calm and connected countdown to Christmas

The countdown to Christmas has become a festival of chaos and consumption. If you prefer to roll into the festive season feeling calm and connected – rather than overwhelmed and broke – now is a good time to prepare your plan of attack. Here are my three favourite tips for avoiding the chaos and consumerism of Christmas. Continue reading

Posted Nov 26, 2015 at little eco footprints

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How to create white space in your life

White space is a wonderful thing to have in your life. But it isn't easy to find. You have to create it. And work hard to keep it. Here are some of the tools I use to craft white space into my days. Continue reading

Posted Nov 22, 2015 at little eco footprints

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Thank you Fran. Im pleased this post got you thinking. You are so right about white space allowing action. When Im overwhelmed and too busy actually acting on ideas feels impossible. T

Commented Nov 18, 2015 on The value of white space in your life at little eco footprints

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How to attract butterflies to your garden

Butterflies are worth encouraging into your garden. There's a range of plants you can grow to attract beneficial butterflies. Continue reading

Posted Nov 11, 2015 at little eco footprints

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Hi Rachel. I love that you and your kids got out in the garden with a magnifying glass. What fun! Enjoy distinguishing the good bugs from the bad. Tricia

Commented Nov 10, 2015 on Ladybirds – the good and the bad at little eco footprints

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