Diary of A Hippie Chick
As kids, my brother and I rode through the mountains in a unicorn-decorated van during summer-long roadcations. We tagged along while our parents visited artists from their gallery and practiced mindfulness at Unitarian retreats. I didn’t know it then, but those adventures were quietly shaping how I see the world.
Now, I share thoughtful blog posts about art, nature, mindfulness, sustainability, and family life with an open-minded view. If you’re into creative ideas, endless curiosity, and savoring the moment, you will feel at home here.
I used to think peace came from slowing down, but lately, I think it’s more about noticing while we’re moving.
Hey, I’m Stacy Jo. Mom, artist, creekside wanderer, and the Chick behind the words. I share bite-sized posts about art, nature, mindfulness, the realities of family life—the beauty hiding in the ordinary. I’m so happy you’re here and hope you enjoy what you see. Feel free to leave a comment! Please explore the blog and discover something that resonates with you:
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Love Loudly: A Resource Guide for Supporting LGBTQ+
🌈 June is Pride Month, but support for the LGBTQ+ community should extend all year long. Whether you’re a parent, friend, educator, or ally—your love, education, and presence matter.
It’s #Caturday! Meet Muffin.
It’s Caturday, so meet Muffin. Yes, that is her happy face. Muffin is a cat of many moods, but mostly just one expression: gloriously unimpressed.
The Beauty of Becoming
I poured my heart into raising my children, never realizing I’d quietly built a vision for their future—one that isn’t mine to shape. Letting go of our grown-up kids doesn’t happen all at once. We let go, not because we want to, but because we believe in the beauty of their becoming.
Fireworks & Feast at The Rogers Family Funny Farm
(See Ken’s fireworks in the video)
Every July 4th, something spectacular happens in Boon, Michigan, where Ken and Kate Rogers host their Fireworks and Feast at the Rogers Family Funny Farm.
Kale Chips are Gross
Tommy Ryman is not alone in stating, "Healthy is Gross." My childhood was filled with veggie chips, trail mix, carob, and yogurt with carrots and celery for snacks. Pop tarts and soft drinks never crossed the threshold.
When Bing Sent Me an Envo-Gram
My dad, Bing, wrote me a heartfelt letter just after I started college at Auburn. An Envo-Gram is an entertaining way he used to communicate because his handwriting is so hard to read.
The 32nd Collective & Top 10 List To Share
From Minnesota to my garden, discover The 32nd Collective and more Hippie Chick favorites. Websites about sustainability in self-care, fashion, cruelty-free beauty, travel, and art.
A Father's Day Envo-Gram for Bing
Happy Father’s Day! Thank you for teaching me to seek beauty in life, from noticing the details in a piece of artwork to the pride in my students’ faces.