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Toss it into the simmer pot
A nostalgic craft, cozy reads, and ideas for the year ahead.
18 hrs ago • 
Katie Hawkins-Gaar
A tale of two foundations
Sooner or later, the cracks start to show.
Dec 2 • 
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Three words I can’t stop thinking about
It’s glimmer season, y’all ✨
Nov 25 • 
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The life you want won’t schedule itself
Mar 11 • Katie Hawkins-Gaar
Is this it? This is it.
Apr 25, 2023 • Katie Hawkins-Gaar
I made a mistake
Dec 13, 2023 • Katie Hawkins-Gaar
What’s the cost of personal writing?
May 16, 2023 • Katie Hawkins-Gaar
The best thing about an only child
Oct 14 • Katie Hawkins-Gaar
Is this something I can write about?
Sep 12, 2023 • Katie Hawkins-Gaar
How do you live when you know you’re going to die?
I’m not the only one asking.
Nov 18 • 
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The best gift I gave last Christmas
A humble suggestion that might change your approach this year.
Nov 11 • 
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How to make more time
No really, I’m asking.
Nov 4 • 
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Happy! (and sad and anxious and more)
One word to describe October? Dissonant ✨
Oct 28 • 
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Here’s what happened when I asked for hope
Handwritten words, Goodnight Moon stamps, and one feather.
Oct 21 • 
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The best thing about an only child
A story about birth, loss, and finding peace.
Oct 14 • 
Katie Hawkins-Gaar
A shift in perspective
Plus, the shade sail content you’ve been waiting for ✨
Sep 30 • 
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My Sweet Dumb Brain
My Sweet Dumb Brain
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