A reflection on love, loss, and the everlasting presence of my mother. For My Mother, Tonya Good morning, dear readers — or good evening to those standing on the same side of the sun as I am. Lately, my life feels like an Eric Satie piece played by Alexandre Tharaud: haunting, fragile, and achingly beautiful. This post is dedicated to my mother, Tonya — a woman so pure, so radiant, that her very existence seemed to hold light itself. When someone you love passes, you begin to

There’s something about late October that feels… different. The air hums with an eerie electricity, like the world itself is holding its breath. Once upon a time, I used to love Halloween. I’d plan my costume weeks in advance, chase the sugar high of trick-or-treating, and end the night laughing at some friend’s party. It was playful, silly, harmless—or so I thought. But this year feels heavier. The older I get, the more I sense that there’s something deeper pulsing beneath t

Hello my Dear readers. Did you miss me? Because I’ve missed you — and honestly, I’ve missed me , too. It’s been a while since I’ve sat down with my laptop, messy bun, and overly ambitious cup of coffee, pretending I have it all figured out. Spoiler: I don’t. My life lately? A wild season of plot twists and caffeine!! — But then again, when has life ever been subtle? Here’s the hard part — three loved ones passed away this year. Three hearts, three worlds, all gone within mont

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Wow — it’s been a few weeks. Life hit me like a ton of bricks, then reversed and hit me again just to make sure I got the message. But...

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Dear my lovely readers, Wow. It’s been a few months. Life—life has been a whirlwind. The kind that doesn’t just sweep you off your feet...

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Good evening my dear readers, I’m sitting here, candles flickering like hopeful flames amidst the chaos of life. The world is loud,...

Welcoming 2025 with Open Arms: Happy New Year. This morning, as the first light of 2025 kissed my face, I whispered a quiet prayer of...

Hi lovely people, I’m screaming “Good Morning!” and “Merry Christmas!” like a holiday town crier because, well, it’s snowing outside, and...

Creating a Sanctuary for Your Soul Good evening, my lovely readers and supporters. I’m sitting on my couch, wrapped in a soft blanket, as...

Falling for the Art of Self Love: Good evening, beautiful people. The sun dips early these days, casting a warm glow as I sit with my...

Good morning to my West Coast dreamers, my French fashionistas, my Russian romantics, and every reader tuning in from around the world! I...

This week, life threw me a reminder I didn’t ask for. A loved one passed away, and suddenly, I found myself questioning something we all...

Good mornin beautiful people! I woke up in a kind of bliss today, soft and sweet like the brownies I’m having for breakfast. Milk in...

Good morning, my lovely readers, I hope you're feeling the beautiful fall breeze! The crisp air, chirping birds, and vibrant pumpkins...

What are your dreams in life? Lately, I’ve been asking myself this a lot, and funny enough, the answer seems to change every year. When I...