I have a confession. I finished writing my book a bit earlier. Yes, I finished writing the first draft of my book about two weeks ago. I first admitted this in my email newsletter and you should totally subscribe to…

Conscious and Creative Notions
Making scrunchies is an easy scrap buster project and fun to boot. I recently got this gorgeous Reformation (100% silk) dress second hand for my brother's wedding. I just love the fabric and pattern! ...
It feels like my feed was filled with two options this holiday season—a Ralph Lauren Christmas or a Little Women Christmas. It’s not a surprise that I’d fall into the later category. These trends ...
My mother and grandmothers are master gardeners, having a presence with plants that is humble while having a deep unassuming knowledge. I've been loving having my own garden the last two years and am ...
This DIY craft is perfect for beginners and a great scrap buster project. It’s quick and easy to sew and makes a great gift! Especially for upcoming Mother’s Day and Father’s Day! Anyone with glasses, ...
Ambling out to the kitchen in the summer mornings, I grab my cup of coffee and gaze out the back door’s window to our garden. As the aroma from my drink drifts up and I suppress a yawn, the birds are ...
I have a confession. I finished writing my book a bit earlier. Yes, I finished writing the first draft of my book about two weeks ago. I first admitted this in my email newsletter and you should totally subscribe to…
In June, my brother and I hiked El Camino de Santiago in Spain. We walked over 300 miles (over 400km) of the Camino Frances, the French way. Be sure to get a peek at my thoughts and read my reflection…
June 2018 Last June, my brother and I walked 460 km of the French Way of El Camino de Santiago, the way of Saint James, in northern Spain. It’s a medieval pilgrimage through Spain and ends in Santiago de Compostela. The remains…
June 2018 Last June, my brother joined me in Spain to walk El Camino de Santiago. It was my way of saying thank you for a great year after living and teaching in Spain. I lived in the south and this was a…
Sometimes your brain gets stuck and it doesn’t know what to do. That’s normal. Whether you’re struggling with how to write your next scene or lacking inspiration for a story, I’ve made this list of suggestions (not foolproof solutions) that…
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