Preparing for Spring While the Snow Still Falls
Stuck in the snow but dreaming of spring? Today I’m talking about how to prepare for spring gardening in mid-February with simple, cozy planning tips.
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Why I’m Rewriting the Kingsmill Courtships Series
Why I’m revisiting and rewriting the Kingsmill Courtships series, from its pandemic beginnings to what it means to expand stories, take books down, and trust the creative process.
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A Cake for a King
Mardi Gras is coming up quickly which means it’s time to make an authentic King Cake just in time for Fat Tuesday–but it has to be eaten before Ash Wednesday. 🙂
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St. Brigid: A Heroine For Our Times
Today is the Feast Day for St. Brigid, one of the patron saints of Ireland. As a woman who defied the Irish kings of her day, her story is one of courage and determination and perserverance.
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Let’s Celebrate the Birthday of Robert Burns!
Let’s raise a glass to toast Robert Burns, Scotland’s National Poet and the author of Auld Lang Syne. His birthday is this weekend, and I’ve included the recipes for a traditional Burns Supper. Slainte!
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Giving Up On Planners
Feeling overwhelmed by planners and productivity systems? This is why I’m ditching the stress of planner perfectionism, decision fatigue, and ephemera overload.
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Winter Writing Magic
Winter writing magic is this romance author’s favorite part of winter. Because cold seasons create deeper intimacy, stronger emotional tension, and unforgettable love stories.
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When the Year Starts Without YouÂ
It’s that time of year again. It’s planner season. And I’m already behind. But that’s okay because I have a plan to work around not actually planning. And it includes a lot of rest.
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Happy New Year’s Eve!
I wish you all a very happy and prosperous 2026, and may all of our dreams come true!
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All About the Christmas Stocking
I still love getting Christmas stockings, and I especially love the origins of this tradition, from ancient legends to modern traditions and why we still hang them by the fireplace today.
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A Year to Plan
Another year has gone by, and it’s once again time for my End of the Year Ritual. This is a day that gives me time to reflect on the past, offer gratitude for the present, and dream about the future. I can’t imagine a better way to end one year and begin a new one.
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Brief History of The Nutcracker Ballet
The enchanting history of The Nutcracker ballet begins in E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic tale and ends with Tchaikovsky’s iconic score that has now become a beloved holiday tradition.
