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MAKING SPACE

During the fall of each year I find myself in a state of gathering and nesting. Like the rise of the tide, throughout the winter months stuff accumulates. This time of year, as we naturally start to shed layers, I feel the urge to purge. Read More >
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The Art of Coming Home: Inspired by My Travels

There are so many beautiful places in the world to see, and it is our nature to explore them. I love to travel, and sometimes, even more, I appreciate the comfort of returning home. Read More >

Starting Anew. The Ritual of Bathing.

The beginning of each year provides an opportunity to assess where we are at and either affirm or reset and redirect our path. However, a year can feel like a long time, so after we’ve set our intentions for the year, let’s give ourselves grace by starting each day anew. Daily habits build weekly habits, allowing us to achieve our monthly, quarterly, yearly, and ultimately lifelong goals. Read More >

Creating Quiet Moments Amidst the Chaos

There tends to be a flood of chaos this time of year as we rush toward the finish line of year-end to-dos at work and at home. Piled on top of that is the addition of holiday celebrations, traditions, decorating, gift-giving, and gathering. And then there is the traffic… Abundance abounds, but too much of a good thing isn’t a good thing. Read More >

Creating Spaces for Meaningful Conversations in the Home

Harvest time brings forth emotions of abundance, gratitude, and grace and invites us to gather at the table. As we gather together, let’s discover how we can foster a positive atmosphere and facilitate meaningful conversations. My favorite piece of advice that I have received is to control the controllable and let go, or let God have ownership over the rest. Although we cannot control the experiences that our friends and family have under our... Read More >

The Art of Layered Living

"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts"- Aristotle. Read More >

Underwhelming Design. Less is More.

Since the invention of the internet our world has expanded. We have endless choices for each decision we make, no matter where we look. Just try shopping for any simple necessity, like toothpaste, and you will see just how many choices there are. So how do we begin to filter our options? Read More >

Live Better NOW

What is preventing you from living better? Some common reasons that may be holding you back: you don't feel as though you deserve it, you don't know how to solve the problem, you have a hard time visualizing new possibilities, you don't have any idea what it will cost, or you don't feel confident pulling it all together. Read More >
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What does the word discrete mean?

Discrete and discreet. Two words that sound the same with different meanings. Read More >

Looking Back, before Looking Ahead

We tend to live our lives in a place of anticipation. As a society, we have been wired for the next best thing. Always wanting more. This is a driver that helps us strive for continuous improvement, but if we don't take time to look back over our shoulder at how far we've come, it can leave us feeling discontent, frustrated and overwhelmed. Read More >