Cultivating a beautiful home and life.

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

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A New Book + Spiritual Guides!

Welcome to the blog today, friends! I’ve been kind of MIA lately because I’ve had a lot going on behind the scenes. Next week, my 8th novel in the Amish of Appalachia series releases. If you read Amish fiction, you might enjoy it! Pre-order Her Simple Amish Wish Here About…

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December 25, 2025

Merry Christmas and a New Substack

Merry Christmas, friends! I hope your day has been full of peace and joy! We’ve had a blast around here. My children have enjoyed their…
December 23, 2025

Thoughts About A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy

It’s almost Christmas, and while there are 101 things to do around here, I found myself engrossed in a book for a few hours today.…
December 22, 2025

Purposeful Living

Hello, friends. Strong storms blew through my neck of the woods last night, which was definitely a surprise for mid-December! Hearing rain patter on our…
December 20, 2025

Pieces of Our Winter Solstice Celebration

If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice is upon us. What a beautiful time of quiet, peace, and joy! For the past…

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. Here you’ll find musings that blend the physical and spiritual through a non-traditional Christian lens. I’m also a natural living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to finding joy in the simple things.