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Hi, I’m Marcia.
Teacher turned storyteller, coast dweller turned city explorer. I share everyday beauty through words, music, and photos…welcoming slow mornings, garden paths, and all the little joys that make a life well-loved.
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Tag Archives: Coastal living
A Winter Garden Awakening: Signs of Change on the Horizon
As February settles in, the garden is beginning to whisper hints of the season ahead. While the air is still crisp, and the rain lingers, there are unmistakable signs of life stirring beneath the soil. The quiet transition between winter and spring is one of my favorite times…it’s a reminder that even in the stillness, nature is always preparing for what’s next. This week, I took a walk through the garden, noticing the first hopeful signs of the changing season. The bluebells are beginning to peek through, their delicate shoots promising a beautiful display in the weeks to come. Heather … Read the full blog post
Unveiling the Magic: My Festive Christmas Decorating Journey of 2023
In the warmth of home and the magic of Christmas, hearts aglow with love, creating a tapestry of joy that makes every season bright. -Marcia🌟 As November 1st dawned, I eagerly embarked on my Christmas decorating journey for 2023. With anticipation, I retrieved my Christmas bins from the attic, each box containing cherished memories and festive treasures. Sorting through decorations, I carefully selected elements to transform my living space into a holiday haven. Fueled by the spirit of the season, my goal was set to weave the magic of Christmas throughout the living room, dining alcove, and kitchen. The living … Read the full blog post
A DAY IN THE LIFE🥰/SHE SHED🐓/Part 2
“It always seems impossible until it is done.” Hello, sweet friend… Living in the beautiful Pacific Northwest can present challenges when it comes to completing outdoor projects due to the region’s inclement weather… such was the case this past week… due to cooler temperatures, and rainfall I realized that my spring She Shed refresh… would most likely take longer than I had anticipated… however… I do look forward to sharing the finished project with you…if I can manage to complete it… until then here is the link to Part 1🌸My Cottage She Shed & Spring Refresh|Part 1🌸 where I shared … Read the full blog post
Posted in Coastal Living, Garden/Tea Time, Our Home
Tagged Coastal living, cottage living, Oregon coast, She Shed, simple living
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Seven Years Later…🌻
“To have courage for whatever comes in life…everything lies in that.” – Teresa of Avila Hello, sweet friends… I hope you are doing well… This week marks seven years since Joe and I made the move to a small beach cottage along the Oregon coast… looking back I realize now that this move was a h.u.g.e leap of faith for me… But taking a leap of faith meant that I fully surrendered to all expectations. It meant that I allowed myself to start anew and feel completely free. Along the way I came to realize that who I am is … Read the full blog post
Posted in Coastal Living, Our Home, What’s Cooking?
Tagged Coastal living, life transitions, simple living
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T J Maxx Summer Haul👚👗👠
“At the end of the day, you are enough exactly as you are.” -Meghan Markle Hello, sweet friend… I hope you are doing well… It’s amazing to think that Memorial Day is this weekend and that summer is just around the corner! I’m definitely looking forward to sunny brighter days… That being said recently I went shopping for a few summer outfits and today I would like to share them with you. Enjoy!
Posted in Coastal Living, My Style
Tagged beauty, Coastal living, cottage living, Oregon coast, simple living
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