Gentle readers, thank you for reading this blog! Weβre continuing our series of the best of 2025. This edition is all about books. 2025 was the year that I bought many a physical book, although I am a patron of the library on a regular basis. (Actually, I just got my library card renewed recently.) … Continue reading Best Books of 2025
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best songs and albums of 2025
A week after the release of Spotify Wrapped, I come to you with this post! A little late but better than never. You can tell a lot about the year Iβve had from the songs I listened to. Additionally, this year Spotify Wrapped showed what albums were listened to most and Iβm interested in diving … Continue reading best songs and albums of 2025
Best Podcast Episodes of 2025
Hello, gentle readers! Somehow weβve blinked and itβs December. Hope youβre keeping warm, perhaps with some hot chocolate and a cozy giant wearable blanket (true story!). I figured it would be fun this month to share with you all my favorites leading up to my favorite post of the year β my yearly highlights and … Continue reading Best Podcast Episodes of 2025
A Costly Journey | Quote Series
Father Elijah: the Apocalypse is quite a masterpiece. It is of a time, though it was written more than 25 years ago, and the world has changed immensely since its publication. At the heart of this novel is a priest whose life journey launches him into a journey larger than himself. The novel references Lord … Continue reading A Costly Journey | Quote Series
Rhythms for an Intentional Life
Gentle readers, forgive me for my digital silence. Work got so very stressful and time slipped by and here we are. Winter is slowly crouching at the door, and I have officially timed my heater to turn on before I wake so I donβt feel cold in the mornings. I am so glad for daylight … Continue reading Rhythms for an Intentional Life
Books and Songs for Fall 2025
Gentle readers, this weekend I sat down and read 400 pages while sitting on the couch. It feels like itβs been a while since I had a slow weekend morning without running errands or plans. Given my enjoyment with reading lately and my musical obsessions, I venture to share with you my books and songs … Continue reading Books and Songs for Fall 2025
hope in the job hunt
Dear friends! As I write this, I am procrastinating on writing a cover letter for a cool job. My internship will end in a few months and the nagging from family members has already begun. I had a productive morning sprucing up my resume and now itβs time to grease the wheels and get back … Continue reading hope in the job hunt
my quarter life crisis is right on time!
Iβve been feeling kind of off for a few years, and then after a long TikTok scroll, I realized Iβm having a quarter life crisis. The concept of a quarter life crisis isnβt revolutionary, but the idea that ME, Iβm having that quarter life crisis actually is so helpful. Iβm at a point in my … Continue reading my quarter life crisis is right on time!
the murky waters of living π§
This morning I listened to a podcast on discerning Godβs movements in this season of your life. God has been awful quiet this September. Or have I just not been listening? At the beginning of this year I got a new journal and Iβve been using it to record words Iβve received from God. Depending … Continue reading the murky waters of living π§
a lesson in the dough
This weekend I set out to do something I had never done before. As my previous baking adventures started due to a deep craving, this time I was craving croissants. I didnβt quite have the time for it, but I really wanted some and desired to power through anyway. I started late Sunday afternoon. I … Continue reading a lesson in the dough
work day in my life π
Despite being at this job since March, I have yet to invite you into my routines. I figured I would share with you a simple normal day at work. Tuesday, September 16, 2025 This morning was the first time in a while it felt like I had a difficult time getting up. It was pretty … Continue reading work day in my life π
glimmers of life vol. 2
Hi friends! Life has been murky and sweet and all things shaken together and pressed, and itβs always a good practice to notice what is bringing you joy. So I submit my glimmers to you and I hope you share your own! 001. Jon Kalman Stefansson This Icelandic writer has captured my attention. He writes … Continue reading glimmers of life vol. 2