A Sofa for the Fourth

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Marcia Ren

While the world outside celebrated with fireworks and festivities, I spent the Fourth of July quietly welcoming something I’d long been waiting for. A room-changed. A small shift in space. And the feeling of home beginning to settle in. Read the full blog post →

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Seasons of Home| A Summer Trifle Recipe with Trader Joe’s Favorites

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Marcia Ren

Start the month on a sweet note with a lighthearted story from my new home, a quick trip to Trader Joe’s, and a simple, delicious summer trifle recipe anyone can make. Here’s to July, simple joys, and savoring the season. Read the full blog post →

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Gathered Moments: June in My New Town

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Marcia Ren

June has been a month of soft discovery… slow walks, cozy corners, new friendships, and a growing sense of home in this new town. These gathered moments are the beginning of something quietly beautiful. Read the full blog post →

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A Tea Luncheon with Friends

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Marcia Ren

A sunny afternoon filled with quilts, teacups, and new friendships…this summer tea luncheon reminded me how sweet it is to be welcomed with warmth and a bit of jam on the side. Come along for a little peek into this special gathering. Read the full blog post →

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Summer, Sweetly Begun

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Marcia Ren

A soft summer evening filled with music, meandering, and a spontaneous stop for something sweet. This gentle night marked the beginning of the season…and reminded me of the quiet joy in showing up for the small things. Read the full blog post →

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A Quiet Courtyard Summer

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Marcia Ren

In this new season of life, I’ve traded in my wide garden beds for a quiet courtyard space… simple, peaceful, and just enough. It’s a shift toward intentional beauty and ease, and this summer, it feels just right. Read the full blog post →

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Two Months In: A Mid-Year Reflection

Posted on June 9, 2025 by Marcia Ren

It’s been just two months since our big move, but it all began on New Year’s Day with a simple conversation and a hopeful. “what if?” In this mid year reflection, I’m looking back at the world of decisions, boxes, goodbyes… and all the ways this new chapter is already shaping our lives. Read the full blog post →

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A Morning I Almost Missed

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Marcia Ren

Sometimes moments become precious gifts. Read the full blog post →

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Styling Our Home in This New Chapter

Posted on June 2, 2025 by Marcia Ren

A soft shifting color, a gentle refresh in tone… This post takes you inside our living room as I begin styling our new home. From the romantic pinks of the past to calm, coastal blues, I’m sharing a peaceful update to our living space as we step into this new chapter. Read the full blog post →

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Dressing for this New Chapter

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Marcia Ren

In this new chapter, my wardrobe has softened…welcoming comfort, ease, and quiet confidence. I’m dressing for slower days, peaceful moments, and the simple joy of feeling at home in my own skin. Read the full blog post →

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