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Simplicity lessons

Earlier this summer, I was gifted a copy of Simple Abundance, by Sarah Ban Breathnach. As I've learned from reading this day book regularly  - if you happen to have a copy of it you cherish it!

Day in and day out, Sarah writes about creativity - life - and all the everyday struggles each of us have. Somehow, every time I pick it up to read the book speaks to me. Sometimes I'd say it's a bit too close for comfort, but the fact that it connects so well, even on all things challenging, makes it well worth a read.

A few days ago, I found a SECOND copy of the book at a discount store and picked it up for a friend that I think will enjoy as well. As I've been told, its very unusual to find an extra copy, as people protect and save this book to be read and re-read throughout their lives.

Thank you to the person who passed on their copy - so I can pass it on to a friend that could also use the gift that is, Simple Abundance.



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