Author Archives: andreatancrati

What’s your definition of romantic? There was an art and literary movement in the early 1800 that called itself Romaticism. I like it’s definition. Born out of a rejection to industrialism it went on to influence art and literature all the way until now. Imagination, emotion and connection to nature were the key emphasis. IContinue reading “Romaticism”

How do you express your gratitude? I always wonder if I’m expressing gratitude properly. As a child, I suspect I had some weird mixed messages around giving and receiving and the correct manners required (which were never clear). What WAS clear, was that we didn’t deserve what we were given. Also guilt. Lots of guilt!Continue reading “Expressing”

What are you most worried about for the future? I used to worry incessantly about the future. As a kid , as a teen, as a college student, as a young mother, every stage of life it seemed had a new set of things to worry about. As life went on, it always seemed thatContinue reading “Some Energy isn’t worth Prepetuating”

What makes a teacher great? Teachers. Great teachers I’ve been fortunate enough to know, have changed my life. In one school, we had a teacher who read to us from non picture books. She would invite anyone who wanted to, to put their head down to listen. Some kids would even fall asleep. Not wantingContinue reading “Great Teachers, I’ve Known”

What are your daily habits? Habits. Hmmm. Well, I wake up early. I can’t help it. I wake up with the sun, earlier than the sun in the winter. Always way too early, I have plenty of time to think, be grateful, research my latest project, shower. Even go outside to check on the gardenContinue reading “Yawn. My boring habits…”

Are there things you try to practice daily to live a more sustainable lifestyle? One of my favorite movies was a little documentary called ‘The Biggest Little Farm’ It’s about a couple who decided to bring a few acres of land back to life and create a harmonious ecosystem in the form of a sustainableContinue reading “Little Big Farm”

What’s the most delicious thing you’ve ever eaten? I love so many foods. Awarding just one the title of most delicious is impossible. So sorry. I’ve had some amazing Indian curries. Enjoyed exceptional pastries in France, maybe the best roasted chicken there as well. Butter and cheese in Ireland. I’ve eaten fantastic pizza in aContinue reading “Deliciousness”

If you were forced to wear one outfit over and over again, what would it be? Forced? Yikes! Does anyone else need more information? How? Why? I get a lot of wear from my yoga pants. Sure, ok, force me to wear Lulus Or my latest constant, cut off shorts. Denim or white. White feelsContinue reading “Mandatory apparel ?”

How important is spirituality in your life? Such a loaded question… I think everyone has a different version of things spiritual. Some love their religion, whereas some have no use for religion at all. Some are very solid in practical life with no need for spiritual discussion or thought, while others thrive when they feelContinue reading “Well”