How to Truly Find Joy in Simple ThingsIt sounds trite, right? Yet another article about finding joy in simple things.Aug 23, 2021Aug 23, 2021
A Love Story for Non-GardenersAbout six months ago I bought a sweet potato, called “camote,” where I live in Mexico. Before I used it, it started to sprout a little. I’d…May 6, 2021May 6, 2021
Are You A Yes Or A No Woman?When I was growing up, we didn’t talk about feelings in my family. It was as if they didn’t exist — except for happiness and maybe a…Apr 4, 2021Apr 4, 2021
How does a minimalist lifestyle contribute to our society from an environmental standpoint?I was recently asked this question which is a great one, in itself exhibiting awareness. To me, the environmental aspect of a minimalist…Apr 4, 2021Apr 4, 2021
What if it Turns Out You’re Using Minimalism as an Escape Mechanism?I was recently asked, “Do people use minimalism as an escape mechanism?”Apr 4, 2021Apr 4, 2021
Outrageousness at Midlife and Beyond: Creative Dissonance and Your Inner HagMy parents were both artists. I loved my dad’s bronze, emotive sculptures. My mom’s artwork, however I didn’t appreciate.Feb 16, 2021Feb 16, 2021
Is Midlife Something you FIND, or RECLAIM?When I was diagnosed with low thyroid function, I began to entertain the idea that I was now a flower wilting into middle age, that maybe…Feb 7, 2021Feb 7, 2021
Healing Your Relationship with Winter …and all that it impliesI used to be afraid of winter. I dreaded the going within, the darkness I was sure to be confronted with there.Jan 14, 2021Jan 14, 2021
Why Do People Hold Onto Clutter?What are some reasons people hold onto clutter?Jan 4, 2021Jan 4, 2021
Is Minimalism a Fad?Recently someone asked me if I thought Minimalism is a fad.Jan 2, 2021Jan 2, 2021