Life, Pets, Photography, Universe, What I Kept

what i kept – january 2025

i began writing this monthly post unintentionally in may 2022, motivated by an unexpected and deeply personal loss. your engagement with these posts means so much to me. i wasn’t sure i would continue after that summer, but now, it has become a cherished part of my monthly routine. thank you for reading along each month.… Continue reading what i kept – january 2025

Family, Favorite Things, Life, Tater Tots

screw it, i’m eating tater tots – episode 70

if you’re new to my blog, welcome! here is an explanation of the tater tot post. i'm loving the fact that we’re beginning the 15th year of my blog with episode 70 of tater tots. i was born in 1970, so it feels like this whole thing is a little gift from the universe. i couldn’t have… Continue reading screw it, i’m eating tater tots – episode 70

Favorite Things, Life, Migraine, Writing

366 grateful days of 2024

i’ve been keeping a gratitude journal since september 2021—just a simple 50-cent spiral notebook that was meant for ella’s schoolwork. each morning, before anything else, i take a moment to jot down what i’m grateful for. it’s not always easy, but it’s become a meaningful part of my daily routine. last year, i shared 365… Continue reading 366 grateful days of 2024

Life, Photography, What I Kept

what i kept – december 2024

i began writing this monthly post unintentionally in may 2022, motivated by an unexpected and deeply personal loss. your engagement with these posts means so much to me. i wasn’t sure i would continue after that summer, but now, it has become a cherished part of my monthly routine. thank you for reading along each month.… Continue reading what i kept – december 2024