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A Little London Magic

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Marcia Ren

A Random Friday Story Every now and then, life delivers a tiny bit of magic wrapped in turquoise and red… and this week, it arrived on my doorstep straight from London. Earlier in the week, I was happily decorating for Christmas when — in true “holiday shuffle” fashion — I accidentally dropped one of my cherished ornaments. It broke, and though I saved a little piece, I felt that familiar pang of sadness these sentimental things can bring. My husband, ever observant and quietly tender in his own way, must have picked up on my disappointment.Because the very next day… … Read the full blog post →

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A November Evening

Posted on November 1, 2025 by Marcia Ren

It’s the first evening of November, and as I was working on my writing, I happened to look up — just in time to see a rainbow stretching across the soft pink clouds. There was something about that moment that felt quietly complete. The day had been lovely — simple, full, and calm — and the sight of that rainbow seemed to gather it all together with a gentle whisper: accept what is, and let it be enough. I’ve always thought November carries its own kind of grace. It’s a month that invites reflection and gratitude — a season that encourages … Read the full blog post →

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A Night at the Ballpark

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Marcia Ren

A summer evening filled with small-town charm It’s been quite some time since I attended a baseball game — probably back in California, at a Dodgers or maybe even an Angels game, though I honestly can’t remember the last one. That’s why this recent evening at a local collegiate baseball game felt so special. It brought back all the magic I’d forgotten — and added a fresh dose of small-town charm I didn’t even know I was craving. The weather was perfect — that soft, golden kind of summer evening where the sky stays light just a little longer. Families gathered in … 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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In Faith and the in-Between

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Marcia Ren

There’s a tender space between what was and what’s not yet. A space where the old chapter has gently closed, but the new one hasn’t fully settled in. I’m living in that space right now. We’ve moved. A new town, a new rhythm, new sidewalks I’ve only just begun to walk. Some days I still reach for things that no longer fit my life here, and other days I notice a new leaf on the path that tells me…I’m starting to belong. It’s a liminal place. That space between familiarity and unfolding. And while there’s an urge to rush ahead, … Read the full blog post →

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The Things We Keep

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Marcia Ren

There are just some things we hold onto. Sometimes for a reason, sometimes simply because they’ve always been with us. There’s a small wooden jewelry box. My father brought for me during a summer our family spent in Mexico City, between my fourth and fifth grade years. I remember the afternoon he brought it back from the marketplace… he had bartered for it, a proud smile on his face. I placed a little charm inside, a tiny, Our Lady of Guadalupe, a souvenir from the cathedral we visited there with my grandmother. The scent of the wood still lingers when … Read the full blog post →

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Easter Light: A New Chapter, A Quiet Blessing

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Marcia Ren

This week marks a tender, sacred time… Not only because it is holy week, but also because it reflects the season of deep transition in our lives. Just a few short weeks ago, my husband and I moved into a new townhome in a new city. The journey here began in January, when we first started talking seriously about downsizing and letting go of the home we had loved along the coast. We listed our home on February 10. By Valentine’s Day, it was in escrow. Since then, life has been a swirl of packing, donating, saying goodbye, and now… … Read the full blog post →

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London at Night: Chapter 2

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Marcia Ren

The magic of London in December lingers as Eleanor and Thomas step out into the crisp night air. Fresh from the enchantment of the The Nutcracker at the London Coliseum, they find themselves wrapped in the city’s glow…the streets alive with twinkling lights, the hum of passing conversations, and the quiet thrill of possibility. As they stroll through the bustling avenues, their conversation shifts from the performance to something deeper…reflections on time, change, and the paths still left to explore. Join Eleanor and Thomas as their evening in London unfolds, revealing moments of nostalgia, wonder, and the stirring realization that … Read the full blog post →

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A New Chapter: A Little Novella Begins

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Marcia Ren

March brings a season of change, and for me, it also brings a new creative project…one that blends fiction and reality, memory and imagination. As my husband and I continue preparing for our move, I find myself reflecting on the journey that brought us here…the places we’ve called home, the experiences that shaped us, and the anticipation of what’s to come. This has inspired me to begin something special: a little novella, part fiction and part truth. Some details may come from my own life, while others are born from creative storytelling. I’ll leave it up to you, dear reader, … Read the full blog post →

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A New chapter: Embracing Change and New Beginnings

Posted on March 3, 2025 by Marcia Ren

As winter gives way to spring in 2025, a wave of anticipation washes over me. My husband and I find ourselves standing at the edge of a significant life transition…a move from our peaceful coastal haven to a bustling city environment. After nearly a decade of living just 20 miles from the ocean, I am filled with a cocktail of emotions. Excitement mingles with bittersweet nostalgia as we prepare to leave behind a home that has been the cornerstone of our lives. Our current home is more than just a cottage…it’s a haven filled with memories, laughter, and countless small … Read the full blog post →

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