I haven’t been into resolutions for a while. I would sometimes say or even write some loose ones without ever following through on them. I’m here for the type of goals that happen naturally, when they make sense. Not just because it’s a new year. But I also love the excitement a new year brings. … More 2020 Reflections and Revelations
Friends, this is a very personal blog post. One that I took out, almost word for word, from my journal. It’s how I’m feeling right now and I know I’m not alone, especially after seeing this NPR article discussing the exact way I was feeling. This is raw and real. But the beautiful thing is … More How Living Through a Pandemic Reminds Me of Another Time of Loss
Hey all, It seems a little weird to be writing a regular blog post right now with everything going on. But the other day, while getting used to life at home, I asked everyone on my stories what songs get you moving. I had already started a fun, quirky, and upbeat playlist for this month … More March Bops
Hello friends, So about a month ago, without really realizing it, I started creating a list in my head of some things I’ve been loving; things that have brought a lot of joy to my life and/or made life a little bit easier. After a while, I thought that it was definitely something I wanted … More Recent Favorites
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: I love this time of year. I love a fresh start. I love setting goals and making plans. But being the pisces I am, I tend to spend a lot of time dreaming. So often that means imagining big possibilities without following through and or even … More Looking Ahead
Hello friends, It’s that time of year again. School is back in session, the weather is slowly getting cooler, and for whatever reason, I always have this feeling of nostalgia. I think back to being a kid, playing in the leaves in my neighborhood, being so excited to buy new school supplies, and, not to … More September Nostalgia
Have you heard about morning pages? I hadn’t either until one of my favorite youtubers (well one of the few I still watch anyway), kept mentioning them. And now, she’s been doing it for years and continues to love it! So, naturally, I put the idea in a folder in my mind of “things to … More The Magic of Morning Pages
Hi friends! It’s almost Earth Day, and to celebrate I wanted to share some things I’ve been working on to reduce my waste and make more eco-friendly choices. If you’re new here, check out my original post of 4 Things You Can Do to Help Our Planet first for some more simple ideas, and then come back here if you’re ready to make … More 5 Bigger Things You Can Do to Help Our Planet
Hello friends, This month’s playlist is full of ethereal and acoustic sounds, but also some nice chill beats. Very mellow with some great melodies, this one is perfect for cooking dinner, walking on a sunny day, or just sitting on your porch with some tea. Happy listening!
I’m not sure if I’ve ever had the flu. My mom, who is a physician, has always been so diligent about getting us a flu shot. And, as an adult, reminded me how important it is to still get it as a teacher. But this year, when in between doctors, of course I forgot. So, … More Reset: How Getting the Flu Made Me Get Unstuck
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