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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Finding Balance in Fall

It’s officially fall! Fall is by far my favorite season. It’s always held a special place in my heart because my birthday is in October. But as the years have passed, I’ve grown to love it more and more. I can’t tell you how happy I was on the first…

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February 4, 2026

The Hidden Goddess of Christianity | An Introduction

Spiritual living is something I investigate on a daily basis. In fact, studying religion has been one of my biggest hobbies for over a decade.…
February 2, 2026

Morning Winter Rituals

I used to not be a morning person. I worked long hours on my online business, sometimes going to bed in the wee hours of…
January 30, 2026

The World is Very Good

At the end of the growing season, I became neglectful of my garden. Oh, how I wish I hadn’t done that! I’m paying for it…
January 28, 2026

Feminine Wisdom in the Christian Canon #4 | Mary Magdalene’s Demons

“Soon afterward he went on through cities and villages, preaching and bringing the good news of the kingdom of God. And the twelve were with…

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

Hi, I’m Nicole. I absolutely love my peaceful, quiet, country life. I romanticize it daily. I’m a firm believer that a peaceful and beautiful life can be found by all if we choose to look for it.

I’m a very spiritual person, and I highly value my walk with God. My practice involves living simply, practicing contentment, connecting with nature, and exploring the faith tradition I was born into through a lens of hope and compassion for all people, life on this planet, and the earth itself.