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“It’s not what you take but what you leave behind that defines greatness.” – Edward Gardner

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Welcoming the Winter Solstice

It just warms my heart that it’s almost the winter solstice. This has become a special time in my life since I largely view time as cyclical, not linear. I love the calm and clarity winter brings. For me, it is the season when I think most clearly. Oh, and…

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April 3, 2025

Our April Plans

Happy April, friends. I hope this month is full of wonderful things for you! Or should I say, wunderbar. For two weeks straight, I set…
March 26, 2025

Her Island Secret Sample Chapter

Hey friends, and welcome to the blog today! I have a new novella releasing in May, and I thought today I would share a sample…
March 21, 2025

Her Island Surprise is FREE on Kindle Today and Tomorrow

Hey friends, and welcome to the blog! I hope you’ve had an amazing week. It was definitely a special week for me, since my husband…
March 18, 2025

A Lovely Week + Dedication Goes a Long Way

Hey friends, and welcome to the blog today! I hope you are doing well. I think I’m finally starting to adjust to the time change.…

Living simply is a wonderful goal to have. Cultivating a peaceful inner life and embracing nature’s rhythms are two of the greatest gifts we can give to our families.

● About Me

I’m Nicole, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m a wife, homeschool mom, homemaker, and novelist. I’m also a natural living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to finding joy in the simple things. As an Aromatherapist and Spiritual Life Coach, I enjoy living holistically.