Some days feel ordinary. The morning comes with its routine of breakfast, coffee, and a to-do list that seems endless. Other days bring unexpected challenges—a missed delivery, a rainy afternoon when plans fall through, or simply feeling a little off. Yet, I've learned that even in the humdrum...

Looking for the silver lining is a practice I’ve started embracing more consciously. When the rain floods the garden and my shoes are soaked, I remember the rain also nourishes the earth. When a project takes longer than I expected, I remind myself of the patience I’ve gained in the process...

Right page of my journaling spread. ----------------- I’m going to let the soft glow of fairy lights guide me through December’s darkness. They don’t shout for attention; they just twinkle quietly, turning ordinary corners into something magical. Their gentle presence is a reminder that joy...

Left page of my journaling spread. ----------------- Christmas is approaching, and with it comes the magic that I love so dearly. Twinkling lights glow softly in the evening darkness, transforming even the simplest streets into enchanting paths. The scent of pine, the warmth of a cozy blanket...

December has a unique glow, a fleeting kind of light that feels both fragile and resilient. It is the month where the year exhales its last breath, and everything seems to whisper this too shall pass. The days grow shorter, and yet there is a softness in the way the un brushes the horizon—a kind...

December has a unique glow, a fleeting kind of light that feels both fragile and resilient. It is the month where the year exhales its last breath, and everything seems to whisper this too shall pass. The days grow shorter, and yet there is a softness in the way the un brushes the horizon—a kind...

Being over 50 feels a bit like living in my own autumn season. There’s a richness in life now, a deeper appreciation for the small things. The crackle of leaves underfoot, the comfort of a warm scarf, and the joy of decorating the house with autumnal touches—these simple moments feel like gifts...

My life, though imperfect, is uniquely mine. It’s a patchwork of quiet moments and bold choices, of joys and lessons learned. I strive for balance—between work and rest, ambition and acceptance. There is beauty in the routine, in the way the sun rises each day, casting light on new...

This month’s Oscraps November Border Challenge was all about using a patterned background paper and incorporating at least one word art element. I was excited to dive into this one because it’s ideal for an art journaling (AJ) page, and I love how challenges like this let me explore new creative...

right page of a double page layout journaling reads: Gratitude shifts with perspective—everything feels relative, like a balance of big and small moments. Instead of sweeping change or grand gestures, I find myself pausing over little things each day. The warmth of my hands around a mug in the...

left page of a double page layout journaling reads: Gratitude shifts with perspective—everything feels relative, like a balance of big and small moments. Instead of sweeping change or grand gestures, I find myself pausing over little things each day. The warmth of my hands around a mug in the...

Created for: November 2024 Art Journaling Challenge, Week 1 Journaling prompt Grateful: Learn to be grateful for the small quiet moments, the ocean, a walk on the beach, time alone, your health, your strength, your smile, your life.

Twenty-five years, hand in hand, Through valleys deep and mountains grand. In foreign lands, our hearts took flight, Amidst the storms, we found the light. Two fabulous sons, our joy, our pride, In laughter and love, we always confide. Through ups and downs, we’ve grown so strong, Together we...

In quiet arms of morning’s light, Where silence holds the world just right, An inward breath, a gentle grace, Awakens peace in time and space. Embrace the calm that softly waits, Beyond the pull of restless states, A stillness born of letting be— The soul’s own path to feeling free.

In the quiet of dawn, soft light unfurls, I breathe in stillness as the day swirls. Grateful for warmth, the silence so sweet, These moments of calm make my heart complete. With mindful steps, I walk through the day, Pausing to breathe, letting peace lead the way. Not chasing...

This morning, I woke with the soft light of dawn and chose to embrace the stillness. A few deep breaths helped clear my mind, bringing a sense of calm before the day began. I took a moment to journal, focusing on small gratitudes—like the warmth of the morning light and the quiet around me...

The forest is where I find my peace, my escape from the noise of life. Each step on the soft earth feels like a release, the trees above sheltering me in their quiet embrace. Here, I'm free from expectations, from the need to be perfect. The woods ask nothing of me—they simply offer calm...

When we are crushed like grapes, we cannot imagine the wine we will become. I’ve spent so much time pulling myself down, focusing on my flaws. It’s a habit I need to break. I have to learn to see and affirm my strengths, not just my shortcomings. I am creative, thoughtful, and I have to push...