Toss it into the simmer pot

A nostalgic craft, cozy reads, and ideas for the year ahead.

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A tale of two foundations

Sooner or later, the cracks start to show.

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November 2025

Three words I can’t stop thinking about

It’s glimmer season, y’all ✨

Nov 25 • 

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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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October 2025

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 • 

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September 2025

A shift in perspective

Plus, the shade sail content you’ve been waiting for ✨

Sep 30 • 

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Dear reader, I’m looking for hope

I don’t have the answers. But maybe you do?

Sep 23 • 

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Everything is broken. Will a book club help?

It sure won’t hurt.

Sep 16 • 

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