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Noted: September (Whiplash)

Posted on October 6, 2025October 14, 2025 by Melissa

Oh September… You came in with gentle breezes and all the hope for a smooth transition into the next season… You welcomed us with the most glorious Wedding Anniversary dinner and the promise of a long, mellow weekend… But then you hit us (my wife, specifically) with a yellow jacket attack when she accidentally hit…

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What’s in my NOW

Posted on September 24, 2025April 15, 2026 by Melissa

I wrote a little piece for the What’s in my NOW newsletter that was published today 🙂 This weekly newsletter features a unique look into what an individual is enjoying/appreciating/carrying with them in present time and includes: Pop over to see what I included in my NOW. If you’re curious, the entire archive of NOW…

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Welcome Autumn (Spooky Season)

Posted on September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 by Melissa

The liminal space of changing seasons is always a special time and the shift into autumn is my absolute favorite. Autumn marks a tangible shift from being out in the world and doing to an internal focus and just being, which is perfect for this introvert 🙂 When I picked up my phone this morning,…

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Over a Cuppa: Twelve (Hard to Witness)

Posted on September 13, 2025September 13, 2025 by Melissa

Hi, Hey, Hello! Goodness, I’m so happy to see you on this chilly day! How the heck are you?! What can I get started for you? I’m brewing up some black tea with milk and honey (obviously) but also have coffee or any herbal tea your heart could desire. I am so glad we can…

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Currently Reading: The End Of The World As We Know It + The Winternight Trilogy

Posted on September 12, 2025September 13, 2025 by Melissa

I’ve always adored books. From the never-ending carousel of books on my mom’s shelves to the smell of my grandma’s rarely-changing selection… From the scholastic book fairs in elementary school to the Dr. Suess books my dad memorized as he read me my bedtime stories… From our frequent trips to the local library to the…

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Over a Cuppa: Eleven (On the Threshold)

Posted on September 6, 2025September 6, 2025 by Melissa

Hi, Hey, Hello! Goodness, I’m so happy to see you! How the heck are you?! I’m so glad we have the time to settle in for a proper chat! What can I get started for you? I’m brewing up some black tea with milk and honey (obviously) but also have coffee or any herbal tea…

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