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Mrs Smith's Diary:⁠ December 2nd 1952⁠ "Wash d

Mrs Smith's Diary:⁠
December 2nd 1952⁠
"Wash day. Sharp frost and foggy. Ironed at night. Knitting"⁠
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With Lincolnshire in Tier 3 our cottage will not b

With Lincolnshire in Tier 3 our cottage will not be reopening until the New Year. ⁠
We will be contacting anyone who has booked a visit in December to cancel their booking. Behind the scenes we are still working hard to run events and keep in touch with our wonderful visitors digitally. ⁠
Our website, mrssmithscottage.com, has some brilliant exhibitions which allow you to explore Mrs Smith's story from home.⁠
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As part of the Homemade Homes exhibition with Year

As part of the Homemade Homes exhibition with Year 1 Oak Class, we challenged the pupils to think about their favourite places in #Navenby and create postcards for us. ⁠
#PawsforThought is the pet shop in Navenby, who currently have our #Christmas #Craft packs in store. The packs are FREE but a donation to the cottage would be very welcome. ⁠
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Year 1 Oak Class at Navenby CofE School have been

Year 1 Oak Class at Navenby CofE School have been working with Nicki Jarvis, our artist in residence, to create ceramic houses based on their own homes. ⁠
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We are delighted to say these will be our next online exhibition, going live on Friday 27th on our website. To add to this we will be sharing a history pin tour of Navenby, to show off postcards of the pupils favourite places to visit in the village! ⁠
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We were really hoping to host a Stir Up Sunday eve

We were really hoping to host a Stir Up Sunday event this year. Welcoming in the christmas season as we made our christmas puddings. ⁠
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Hopefully you enjoy this very vintage christmas card from the Mrs Smith's Cottage Collection.⁠
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Get cosy as the winter draws in. ⁠ Make yourself

Get cosy as the winter draws in. ⁠
Make yourself a warm drink and settle in to read our latest exhibition. ⁠
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Home healthcare is an exhibition which looks at how families from the 1930s and 40s would have looked after each other through illness. ⁠
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This week we are busy packing our Christmas craft

This week we are busy packing our Christmas craft packs. ⁠
These FREE packs will be available from Paws for Thought in Navenby from the Saturday 21st of November. ⁠
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While these crafts are free to pick up, there will be a donation box. We would really appreciate any donations! ⁠
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Our shop is stocked with all kinds of locally made

Our shop is stocked with all kinds of locally made items. ⁠
Plenty of little treats, which would make ideal gifts this festive season. ⁠
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We are also on the look out for more local makers, who would be interested in helping keep our shop well stocked. If you are a #lincolnshirecrafter or #lincolnshiremaker we might have space for you! Send us a message. ⁠
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A second lockdown means we get another chance to c

A second lockdown means we get another chance to clear out the attic. Right? ⁠
If you, or a family member, knew Mrs Smith we would love to talk to you. We are currently collecting photographs, letters, or simply just memories related to Mrs Smith. ⁠
Send us a message or email us: mrssmtihscottage@n-kesteven.gov.uk⁠
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Mrs Smith had a sweetheart, who she lost during th

Mrs Smith had a sweetheart, who she lost during the first world war. ⁠
This armistice day we will be thinking about every family left behind by loss, and challenging ourselves to continue fighting for the principles so many have died for. ⁠
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At the moment it might feel like we are all stuck

At the moment it might feel like we are all stuck inside. However it is important to remember that while we are physical distanced we do not have to be socially distant. ⁠
Give yourself time to do things you enjoy. ⁠
Challenge yourself to reach out to others. Ask for help, or if you are able find a way to support your community. ⁠
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If you don't know where to start please leave a comment and send us a message. We might be able to push you in the direction of some fabulous resources. ⁠
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Sherry and Grantham gingerbread.⁠ ⁠ Mrs Smith

Sherry and Grantham gingerbread.⁠
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Mrs Smith knew how to keep the cold out, and how to celebrate. After her 90th Birthday she shared sherry and cake with almost every visitor for almost a month. You only turn 90 once! ⁠
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A throwback to warmer times. One of our brilliant

A throwback to warmer times. One of our brilliant garden volunteers completing a plant survey in the cottage garden.⁠
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If you are inspired by Mrs Smith's Cottage, and are looking for a great way to meet new people, we are looking for volunteers to join our team. With a wide range of roles, both in person and from home, we can find something to meet your skills and needs.⁠
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Send us a message or visit our website.⁠
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We have definitely got our winter coats out now! ⁠
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As we retreat back into our homes our attention turns to our mending pile.⁠
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A found poem, taken from a letter written to frien

A found poem, taken from a letter written to friends in the weeks after her 100th birthday. ⁠
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