writing
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The Books I’m Reading This May (and Why I Chose Them)
There’s something about May that makes me want to slow down, to sit outside with a cup of tea, plant something new, and get lost in a book that feels like a deep exhale. This month, I’m leaning into stories… Continue reading
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The Cottagecore Manifesto: A Gentle Invitation to Live Slower, Sweeter Days
In a world that often feels rushed and restless, there’s something quietly powerful about choosing to live slower, simpler, and closer to the earth. That’s the heart behind the Cottagecore Manifesto, a soft reminder that you don’t have to chase… Continue reading
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The Cottagecore Book I Needed—Maybe You Do Too
I didn’t write this book because I had it all figured out.I wrote it because I didn’t. Because I was tired of rushing through life and calling it living.Because I forgot what it felt like to enjoy my days, not… Continue reading
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What I’ve Let Go Of (to Create a Life That Feels Good)
Lately I’ve been thinking about all the things I’ve let go of, not in a dramatic way, but in the quiet, gradual way that happens when you realize you’re tired of carrying what doesn’t belong to you. Somewhere along the… Continue reading
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A Sunday Soundtrack: Soft songs for slow hours and gentle light
Some Sundays are for catching up. Others are for catching your breath. This one is the latter. Lately, I’ve been leaning into the kind of Sundays that don’t ask much. The kind where you sip your tea slowly, let the… Continue reading
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10 Slow Living Habits That Changed My Daily Life
The world often tells us to go faster. To be productive, efficient, and endlessly available. But somewhere along the way, I realized I didn’t want to move at that pace. I wanted my days to feel meaningful, not just full.… Continue reading
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She Turns to the Wildflowers: A Poem About Choosing Yourself
There’s something powerful about choosing yourself, about walking away from what no longer serves you and stepping into a life that feels like home. My latest poem, “She Turns to the Wildflowers,” is a celebration of that moment. It’s about… Continue reading
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Welcome to Poetry & Whymsy
Hey everyone! I’m excited to kick off a new series on the blog called Poetry & Whimsy! This will be a special space where I’ll be sharing poems that capture the beauty of everyday life, the charm of nature, and… Continue reading
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