Photo by Richard Brown

I am filled with sadness at the passing of Tasha Tudor. She was an inspiration to me, as to so many, many others. Her artwork and writings will live on for generations to enjoy. I pray that those of us who are fond of the simple life will take a bit of her eccentricity, forthrightness, wisdom, and spunk and impart that to our sons and daughters. May her pioneering spirit - her countercultural fortitude - live on.

Please visit her memorial website, and leave you condolences for her family. She will be truly missed.

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord and perpetual light shine upon her. May the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.

And I hope that you will be, too. I’ve decided to take a little bit of a summer holiday from the weblog. It’s been a busy spring, and I’m feeling like my family and our business need greater focus for the next few weeks. I may be popping on to post if there is something irresistable to impart, but I’m planning to be back in August. I hope that I will have the opportunity to re-focus the weblog to be more beautiful and useful.

I have let go of some 20 email lists I have subscribed to over the last several years, making it really, really quiet in my inbox - lovely. I am still active on the Simple Gifts list, however. If you would like to join us for some lively discussion about family living, please subscribe.

I appreciate your prayers for our new babe, and for the rest of our family. Your intentions are always in my prayers. Thank you for supporting this weblog, for your kindness, and especially your wonderful comments. I can’t wait to see you all again later this summer. I hope you have a blessed and restful few weeks!