Make a gratitude journal for someone you love, listing all the reasons you're grateful to have him or her in your life. This is the best gift ever!Oprah September magazine issues have arrived! I thought I should jump on the train, too, and get a head-start on the upcoming month. Plan and prepare. ... Read More about Journal Prompts
The House That Built Us
Everyone needs a house to live in, but a supportive family is what builds a home. Anthony Liccione This is the house where it all began. We had one bathroom, a dining room, living room, kitchen, mudroom, two bedrooms, and an unfinished attic- that we didn't use. Two bedrooms. one bathroom. five ... Read More about The House That Built Us
Nesting and Resting
I'm pretty sure I was born in the wrong century. I've thought about this many times. I love the thought of being a farmer (of sorts). You know, growing a garden, a few chickens, a goat or two- on a small scale (obviously) but still able to be able to sustain ourselves. Making and baking, gathering ... Read More about Nesting and Resting
“Every Word You Speak…
...is a prayer." I heard Iyanla Vanzant say this during a talk she was giving several years ago. I quickly jotted it down, circled and highlighted it. "That is good," I thought. I've reminded myself of this perspective many times since and have tried to become very intentional with what comes out of ... Read More about “Every Word You Speak…
Embrace the Pause
I embrace the pause with my camera, long walks (preferably on the beach or in the woods). With my journal and a super juicy pen, with a great book, with a great friend. Around a fire with my feet up or dug into the sand, with a hot bubble bath, a glass of wine, gazing up at the stars, enjoying a ... Read More about Embrace the Pause
