Every year I decidedly over-plant my garden. And at the end of every year I’m shocked at the sheer volume of kale that remains. How did this happen, again?! I balk at the fact that it’s my own fault, and I promise myself not to do it again —until seed starting begins the following spring and I’m faced with the usual dilemma…

We all have one and we’re each navigating our way through our own version. Often life moves so fast we feel like we’re missing out on the good parts, or we’re striving so hard to make it to someday that we forego the enjoyment here for us…

Winter is about slowing down, eating root vegetables, and settling in with a good book. As a northern dweller I find myself slowing way down during darker months. A deep blanket of snow is nature’s call to rest. This winter I made a deal with myself…

Recently I had the privilege of being a part of The Summer of Purpose Podcast series hosted by Gayla Ranf of Gayla Designs, a local Alaskan encaustic artist and creative guide. She covered 4 life areas including physical wellness, emotional wellbeing, spirituality, and creativity. I led the topic encompassing spirituality and am amazed at where our conversation led. If you’ve grappled with…