I put a photo of a woman relaxed in a cozy reading nook as if she didn't have a care in the world, despite it being the middle of the day. She was taking time out of her day to just be. To peacefully enjoy reading. While I haven't quite reached the point of stealing away in the middle of the day to escape in a good book, I have been delighting in reading again. If, like me, reading is a favorite pastime, creating space for yourself to enjoy it is the first step. It serves as an invitation to ... VIEW POST
Creating a Cozy Reading Nook That Feels Like a Private Getaway
Fall in a Bowl: Simple Soup Recipes to Savor the Season
The first hint of cool air is my cue to pull out my favorite soup recipes. There's something so cozy about a pot of hot soup on the stove, from the therapeutic rhythm of chopping vegetables, to filling the dutch oven with hearty goodness to the comfort of ladling a bowl full of warm soup. Some of these recipes are family favorites that I grew up with, while others were shared with me years and years ago. All of them have become a cool weather tradition in my household. Today, I want to ... VIEW POST
Quick and Easy Taco Soup Recipe: A Family Favorite
I was first introduced to this quick and easy taco soup recipe in the teachers' lounge over thirty years ago. Each teacher brought an ingredient and dumped it into the crockpot the taco soup simmered all morning. During our lunch break, we'd ladle some hot soup into a bowl, enjoying the savory soup. I've been making taco soup for family and friends ever since. Taco Soup Highlights It's perfect for busy nights, slow weekends or whenever you're craving comfort in a bowl. And it ... VIEW POST
Simple September Rituals: A Gentle Transition from Summer to Fall
I’ve always been a Summer girl, feeling like it was the most ‘me.’ But, all the coziness of Fall caused it to quickly climb the ranks as a very close second, if not tied with Summer, as my favorite time of year. While Fall hasn’t quite arrived here, and won’t for a couple of months, September, with its cool mornings and crisp air, certainly hints at the end of one season and the beginning of another. In recent years, I’ve welcomed September as a soft landing between the long, ... VIEW POST
Your Story Starts Here: The Art of Creating a Relaxing Home That Feels Like You
There is an art to creating a relaxing home, one that nurtures your soul, brings peace to your everyday life, and feels like a true sanctuary. As a professional organizer, interior stylist, and a homemaker, I've learned it's far more than perfectly place accessories or finding just the right furniture piece. It goes beyond great organization systems and a daily rhythm. It has to include vision, values, and ultimately the truest version of you. It sounds complicated, but it's not. As I ... VIEW POST
Luxe for Less: Decorating with Secondhand Furniture
You want to create a beautiful home, but have a limited decorating budget. I can relate. I’ve always had to furnish my homes on a tight budget, forcing me to make do with what I could afford. Decorating with secondhand furniture has taught me how to shop for quality pieces and home decor without sacrificing quality or style. What my efforts have proven over the years is having a beautiful and stylish home doesn't have to come with a high price tag. Today, I’ll cover what to look for when ... VIEW POST
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