The Art of Simple Living in the CountrySide: Embracing a slower, more intentional life

Today, I’m taking you along for a quiet, slow day in the countryside—where ordinary tasks become beautiful rituals. We’ll be tidying the home, rendering nourishing beef tallow, hanging laundry in the fresh air, and baking homemade blackberry lavender scones from scratch.

This isn’t just a to-do list—it’s a glimpse into the joy of embracing a slower, more intentional way of living. One where homemaking is an art, and simplicity brings deep contentment.

Whether you're longing for a slower lifestyle or just need a bit of peace today, I hope this video feels like a warm cup of tea and a breath of fresh air. 🌸
love ya lots!
Jenilee

Recipes for todays video:

2 cups fresh basil leaves
1-2 garlic cloves
⅓ cup walnuts, or pine nuts
pinch of salt
½ cup parmigiano
½ cup olive oil , until desired consistency

Black Berry Lavender scones
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
12 tablespoons cold salted butter, shredded
1 TBL lavender flower buds
3/4 cup cold cream or buttermilk, plus more for brushing ( sprinkle lavender buds into buttermilk and soak for 15 minutes)
1 lemon zested
1 large egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
A couple drops of lavender essential oils is optional
Mix dry ingredients first. Add shredded butter, then all wet ingredients. Mix but don't over mix. Roll out into a circle or rectangle. Cut before you bake.
Sprinkle with sugar before you bake.
Bake at 375 degrees for about 20 minutes.