One summer, I found myself wandering the sidewalks and realizing every beautiful little thing around me. I had discovered a break in the woods that practically glowed around sunset, illuminated with the greenish-yellow tint of sunlight passing through the leaves. It was gorgeous. They’re Enchanted Places. Like the “Álagablettur” in Iceland. There are always little pockets…
Sometimes it’s the thought that counts. And sometimes, the gift itself. But I believe that the perfect gift is where the thought and the item intertwine as equals. I like to look at a gift I’ve received and remember it’s giver. It’s heartwarming to see evidence of a gift being given thoughtfully. Giving can be…
I love coffee shops. I love watching my coffee made in front of me. The bzzz of the machinery. One shot of espresso. A cup of frothed milk. A drizzle of caramel. Iced. I love the barista handing it to me, smiling at me, looking genuinely happy—whether or not their shift had been going well…
I’m going to be honest. The past six months have not been easy for me. An illness has struck my body that oftentimes leaves me stuck to my bed. My health has deteriorated rapidly in the past year with little explanation. I know I have long-haul COVID, but even that doesn’t explain everything. My original…
To become better at journaling is to grow. I’m not saying that being a better journaler fits any specific mold. A good journaler doesn’t have to have neat handwriting. They don’t have to cover thousands of diaries with daily entries, never skipping a single day. They don’t have to bullet journal, or keep a day-to-day…
It’s December! It’s amazing that after all of this, the last month of 2020 has finally arrived. I feel like I’m embracing the last loop of a long rollercoaster. Not only is December the joyous month of Advent, but it’s Blogmas! I decided, very nervously, that I’d be hopping along and joining it myself. What’s that? Blogmas—similar to…
I’m so honored and excited to interview someone who greatly inspires me…the author of The False Prince and The Traitor’s Game, Jennifer A. Nielsen! Nielsen is the author of may Middle Grade and Young Adult novels including the famous Ascendance Series, which most recently welcomed it’s new addition and fourth book with The Captive Kingdom.
Dear Reader, before I begin, I’d like to announce that I will be running different ONLINE EVENTS for my Autumn Challenge! Anyone can join, and I’d LOVE to see you there! Please check out this INSTAGRAM POST for details! I started bullet journaling in 2018 with a pack of multicolored pens and a lined notebook.…
I have a confession to make: I used to despise Autumn. As September crept in, I cringed, awaiting what I felt was the most horrific time of the year. I grew up in a city without seasons, where the greatest seasonal change was the difference between hot and less hot. So, when I moved to…
With the pandemic lingering around for what seems like an eternity, the options for adventure are limited. Many physical sites and businesses still remain closed, as well as other hubs for excitement—theme parks, campgrounds, coffee shops, etc. And, while many of these locations have opened up again, it’s always good to be cautious. I don’t…
