The best gift I gave last Christmas

A humble suggestion that might change your approach this year.

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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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What keeps me going

Wonder how much I earn per word? It might surprise you.

Sep 9 • 

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The best trick of all

Discovering your hidden self.

Sep 2 • 

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August 2025

Worth at least 5,000 words

August glimmers: A story in pictures ✨

Aug 26 • 

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I’m feeling that fresh-start energy

But I’m setting my sights differently this time.

Aug 19 • 

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