For many of us, this time of year finds us retreating and finding comfort in our homes from the distinctively cooler weather. With our doors and windows shut, and curtains drawn closely, there is a tendency to want to forget the outdoors and get all cosied up. This got me thinking about nature and its connection to our homes and spaces. No matter what our style, or how large or small our homes are, nature has its place in our hearts and our homes.…