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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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June 2, 2025

Welcoming June and a Book about Marriage

Happy June, friends! After several weeks of rain, the sun has made an appearance. It’s such a beautiful day. One of my oldest daughters has…
May 22, 2025

Contentment Thoughts This May

Hello friends, and welcome to the blog! I hope you are doing well. What a crazy week it has been. We returned home from our…
May 16, 2025

Acting in Stillness & The Beautiful Lowcountry

What a nice few days it has been. On Wednesday, most of my family members and I headed to the beach. I just love the…
May 14, 2025

Celebrating May

Good morning, friends! What a beautiful month it has been so far! As always, I’ve woken up early to spend some time reading and studying.…

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.