This morning, my inbox served up an unexpected dose of nostalgia. An article about America’s skinniest house transported me back to October 2019 and the charming streets of Old Town Alexandria, where this architectural oddity still stands as a testament to one man’s creative problem-solving – or perhaps his petty genius. The Alexandria Spite House,…
Author: Candace
Candace is a writer and mother who guides women back to themselves through nature's remedies, mindful adventures, and intentional living — one nourishing ritual at a time.
Highlighting 60+ Safer Beauty & Wellness Brands to Shop in 2025
The beauty industry has historically overlooked and underserved Black women, despite our significant influence on beauty trends and substantial spending power. This resource aims to change that narrative by highlighting exceptional Black-owned brands that prioritize safe, sustainable ingredients. When this directory first launched in 2015, it featured just 22 brands. Today, it showcases the remarkable…
Accepting Life’s Brevity
I feel like I blinked and my world ended. There’s something profoundly unfair about how the universe continues its steady march when your world stops turning. My great-grandmother Anna Pearl lived almost a century, and she was the beginning of everything I consider my family. She was our origin story, our foundation, our North Star….
Finding Our Rhythm in Dallas-Fort Worth
There’s something magical about sitting down to document life’s moments, both big and small. Much has transpired since I last wrote. As autumn painted our world in warm hues, I’ve been busy discovering new rhythms and learning important lessons about what works for my little family. “Life is a dance. All you need to do…
Honoring Traditions in Chickasaw Country
After enduring months of Texas heat, I finally caught a break with perfect weather. What better way to celebrate than a family day trip to Chickasaw Country? With my three-year-old about to start Pre-K, this quick trip was our last hurrah of summer ‘24. “My name is Te Ata, bearer of the morning. I am…
Turning Over A New Leaf
Hello, friends! It’s been a while, hasn’t it? I’m thrilled to be back in this space, ready to share and connect with you all again. But before we dive into what’s new, let me reintroduce you to this little corner of the internet. A Change of Pace Moving forward, we’ll explore charming rustic adventures, delve…
