Stories, ideas, and everyday magic.
A Free-Spirited Chick’s Take on Today
Hop In! There’s room in the van
As kids, my brother and I rode through the mountains in a unicorn-decorated van, tagging 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 little bites of blog bliss about art, nature, mindfulness, sustainability, and family life, all with an open mind. If you like curious questions and colorful ideas, you belong here ♡.
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.
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.
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.
Our Power, Our Planet. World Earth Day 2025
It's already World Earth Day 2025! There's so much happening in the world that it feels overwhelming. This year's theme is "Our Power, Our Planet."
Daylily 101 video. How to plant daylilies
Daylilies are super hardy and easy to care for, making them a great place to start if you are new to gardening. You may have some questions. So here is everything you need to know…
Neo-Hippies and Bohemians and Hippie Chicks, oh my!
From neo-hippies to bohemians to self-proclaimed Hippie Chicks, today’s free spirits are redefining what it means to live authentically, consciously, and creatively.
Mountain Girl Meets Miami
Last month, I had the chance to take a trip to Miami. Since I’m a mountain and lake girl, I was ambivalent at first. When I arrived, I fell in love with the colors, palm trees, and diverse residents.