In the Quiet and Bare.
Motherhood
Musings on the loneliness of early motherhood, and reassurance for my magpies living through it.
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Jen’s Weekend Drafts: Messy and Light.
Musings + Essays
This week's inspirations: a quote on being unpolished, hair goals, a Mary Oliver poem, and…
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There Will Come
Musings + Essays
A reflection on realizing that everything is unfolding naturally and as it should.
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What’s a Path You’re Happy You Didn’t Take?
Musings + Essays
What is a path you're happy you didn't take in life? How did things work…
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DITL of a Suburban Mom / Writer.
Musings + Essays
A day in the life of a suburban mom and writer -- the thoughts, habits,…
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The Magpie Diary: Mar. 31, 2024.
Musings
This week's diary: everything on my mind and heart this week. Plus, what's in my…
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A Time for Starlight and Lamplight.
Essays
Reflections on different seasons of life -- the way they call for different kinds of…
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How to Begin.
Essays
Musings on beginnings: mindsets for digging into the starts of things.
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Offroading.
Musings + Essays
Musings on offroading as a metaphor for adventure in life
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Weekend Vibes, Edition No. 285: On Timing.
Musings + Essays
Weekend vibes: my new (super affordable!) sweater, the most popular items on Magpie this week,…
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Ampersand Moments.
Musings + Essays
Musings on approaching big life decisions and changes from an abundance mindset.
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