Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.

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  • What Makes You Unique

    Which aspects do you think makes a person unique? Uniqueness isn’t found in the clothes you wear or the car you drive. It isn’t measured by your follower count or how many rooms your house has. True uniqueness runs deeper than any of that. It lives in the quiet, everyday…

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  • A Bench Outside the Library

    A Bench Outside the Library

    If you could have something named after you, what would it be? If I ever wanted something named after me, it wouldn’t be a building…

  • My Perfect Day

    My Perfect Day

    What is your favorite type of weather? Most people glance at the sky and decide whether to grab an umbrella. I check the barometer and…

  • The Best Compliment I Ever Received

    The Best Compliment I Ever Received

    What was the best compliment you’ve received? People have called me many things over the years — writer, mentor, veteran, wife, mother, grandmother. Each title…

  • Finding Peace in the Storm: How I Cope with Negative Feelings

    Finding Peace in the Storm: How I Cope with Negative Feelings

    What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings? Life doesn’t always go the way we plan. There are days when the weight of…

About Me

I’m Vicki, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m a minimalist and simple living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to living with less and finding joy in the simple things.