Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.

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  • The Friend I Want to Be

    What quality do you value most in a friend? Some things you just know. You know the moment a friendship is real — not because someone said the right words, but because they showed up. Quietly. Consistently. Without keeping score. I’ve been thinking lately about what I value most in…

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  • What Makes You Unique

    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…

  • 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…

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.