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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January 20, 2021

How to Start Seeds Indoors + I’d Love to Send You Some Seeds!

Ah, it’s almost time to start some seeds! This is one of my favorite times of the year. Planting a garden represents so much hope…
May 5, 2020

What a Treasure!

Yesterday, we meandered through the hills while walking in a nearby wildlife area. My children laughed as they tromped over logs, looking for the trail…
November 14, 2019

Our Ninth Child’s Birth Story

I’m so happy to announce that our newest addition, Moses Benjamin, has arrived. I had just finished writing this post and scheduled it for the…
November 14, 2019

Our Ninth Child’s Birth Story

I’m so happy to announce that our newest addition, Moses Benjamin, has arrived. I had just finished writing this post and scheduled it for the…

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.