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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September 19, 2025

I’ve Been So Busy…

Hello, friends! Whew, the last few months have flown by like a whirlwind! I’m afraid I’ve overextended myself once our homeschool year began. I’m starting…
August 8, 2025

The Relaxed Homeschool is FREE on Kindle Today through Sunday

Hey friends, and welcome to the blog! Our last few weeks have been super busy. We’ve been trying to soak up the last few weeks…
July 4, 2025

Today Did Not Go as Planned

Hello friends, and welcome to the blog! I hope you are doing wonderfully. Overall, it has been a very good week here. Today has not…
June 26, 2025

Becoming a Wise Woman No. 4

Hello friends, and welcome to the blog today. I’ve been working through lots of homemaking and homeschooling tasks today, but thought I’d take a little…

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.