Category Archives: Fair Shares

No Judgement

Posted on September 30, 2013 by thehouseofjam

It has been a long time since I sat down to write this blog. About 9 months. I used to write in the evenings, when I had something that I thought should be shared. Something inspirational or worth reading. But then … Continue reading →

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Rhymes and Reasons

Posted on July 23, 2012 by thehouseofjam

My guitar broke! The bridge that holds the strings in place ripped right off, and the man at the music shop said it isn’t really fixable. I bought it at a charity shop last Autumn, and I have been teaching … Continue reading →

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Barter, Forage, and be Happy

Posted on February 26, 2012 by thehouseofjam

Bartering is a way of exchanging products or services, for other products or services, without using money. It happens all the time, but more so when there is an economic collapse. Or of course, when I’m in town. I like … Continue reading →

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Integrate rather then Segregate

Posted on February 19, 2012 by thehouseofjam

I’ve been working on a permaculture design, focused on how I can integrate into my new community, where I’ve actually started with no friends what-so-ever! My sister is half an hour away, which is great, but while it can take … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Home

Posted on January 23, 2012 by thehouseofjam

I’ve been living with my dad for 2 months now, while I sort out a new home for my daughter and myself, and I think we are just about there. If everyone who reads this keeps their fingers crossed for … Continue reading →

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People Care

Posted on November 14, 2011 by thehouseofjam

I was working at the rock climbing centre on Saturday and as I walked in, I saw Joe, a fellow instructor. I gave him a hug and noted his neck scarf. “Oh I’ve got one just like that”, I said. … Continue reading →

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I’m not a pumpkin protestor!

Posted on November 10, 2011 by thehouseofjam

Walking home in the early evening darkness, I was surrounded by the smell of fireworks. For most people, the 5th November is not about remembering an historical event in which a guy tried to blow up parliament. It is about … Continue reading →

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