This Year, I’m Thankful for the Little Things
Like most people did this past weekend, I put up my Christmas tree. This involved taking a trip to Target and actually buying a tree to put up. Normally, I’d…
A Day on My Animal Crossing: New Horizons Island
Fall is not only my favorite season IRL, but also in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. It’s been that way for years. The cozy sweaters, the red and yellow leaves, and…
How to Find Which Journaling Style Is Best For You
As someone who has been journaling for over 15 years, I have experimented with all types of journaling styles—and there are many. From traditional journaling to passion journaling, there are…
The Mushrooms in October, & Other Things
When I go on my afternoon walk with my dog, my new-normal mid-day break from work, I often call my mother. At this time, it’s late enough in the day…
It’s Never “Too Late” to Start Journaling
The first time I knew I wanted to start journaling, I was 11 years old. My grandmother had just passed away. I might have had diaries before then—little pink padlocked…
Books to Read When You Want to Improve Your Writing
Perhaps the thing I love more than writing is reading about writing. I am constantly looking for ways to improve my writing. From helpful podcasts like Write Now with Sarah…
Currently Coveting: Cold-Weather Essentials
Lately, I’ve been doing a lot of writing for my job in e-Commerce about “essentials.” At my workplace, we have a collection page of our own: must-have sweaters, polos, and…
Bring Back the Blog: The Rise and Fall of Personal Blogging
When I think back to my favorite time on the Internet, I think about blogging on LiveJournal. Yes, I had one; of course I did. I have kept a written…
Making the Most of Your Mental Health Day
When I think about mental health, the first thing that comes to mind is the practice of self-love. Taking the time to care for your mind, body, and spirit should…
How I Learned to Embrace Being a Highly Sensitive Person
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a highly sensitive person. It’s something I’ve grappled with since I was a child. I’ve always kept to myself and felt…
My Minimal Bullet Journal Setup
I’ll be honest: when I first discovered the bullet journal tag (#bujo) on Instagram in 2018, I was intimidated. There was calligraphy, watercolor paintings, and elaborate drawings everywhere I looked….
Maybe You Should Listen
Late one evening, I was out walking my dog when someone kidnapped me and took all of my organs. I woke up in the hospital. The medical equipment around me…