Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live a 100 Mile Life?

Hi, I’m Doll, and I’m here to share with you my journey into 100 Mile Living. You already have heard of the “100 Mile Diet”—that’s where this all began for me. Years ago, I read The 100-Mile Diet by a couple in British Columbia. They committed to eating only food grown or produced within 100 miles of their home. Their story stuck with me, and over time it’s grown into something bigger: what I call the 100 Mile Life.

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What Is the 100 Mile Life?

The idea is simple. Find out where you live on a map. Place a circle with a 100-mile radius around it. Then, commit to sourcing as much of your daily life as possible from within that circle. Food, household items, clothing, even craft supplies—what if you choose local first?

In my case, living on Hamilton Mountain, a lot of my 100 miles is actually water. Lake Ontario to the north and Lake Erie to the south shape my circle. Sometimes I stretch the boundary a little. Let’s say 110 miles. The principle remains the same: live close, live local.

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What That Looks Like in Practice

• Food: I look for local flour. It is milled from Canadian wheat. I’m fortunate to have two or three mills within my circle. I buy bread ingredients. I get dairy from a nearby Ancaster farm. I also buy meats from Hamilton butchers who source directly from local farms.
• Household & Clothing: Thrift stores are my go-to. Buying secondhand means I’m not feeding the global fast-fashion machine. It’s an easy way to keep things affordable. It’s also sustainable.
• Craft Materials: Many of my fiber and creative supplies come from local sources. Sometimes they are sourced from thrift stores. This gives new life to old materials.

It’s not always perfect, but it’s always intentional.

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Why September?

I sat in my rocking chair tonight. While talking with Nick over dinner, I realized something. September—a neat, tidy 30-day month—would be the perfect time to really lean into this. So, I’m setting myself a 30-Day 100 Mile Challenge.

Throughout September, I’ll share the process with you:

• Short videos and longer reflections
• A revamped 100 Mile Life Checklist (coming soon!)
• Practical tips on sourcing food, clothing, and home goods locally

And here’s the exciting part: I’d love for you to join me.

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A Season of Gratitude

Here in Canada, October brings Thanksgiving. What better way to prepare our hearts than by spending September cultivating gratitude for what we already have around us? By living within 100 miles, we discover the richness of our local farms, makers, and communities. We drive less, rely less on global shipping, and tread a little lighter on the earth.

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Why Pair It with Grandma Core?

Because I’m a granny! And I love the grandma core aesthetic—slowing down, using what you have, mending, baking, thrifting, and cherishing simple joys. The 100 Mile Life feels like it belongs here, nestled among teacups, knitted shawls, and garden harvests.

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Let’s Do This Together

This isn’t just my journey—it can be ours. I’ll share my ups and downs, and I’d love to hear your questions, tips, and experiences. Drop a comment below, subscribe to my YouTube, and follow along on my blog.

Let’s step into September with excitement and joy. We should be ready to live a little closer to home. Let’s stay a little kinder to the earth.

Here’s to the 100 Mile Life.

Bye for now, and God bless.