Hop in!
There’s room in the van.
I grew up on mountain road trips in a unicorn-decorated van, tagging along as my parents visited artists and practiced mindfulness in Unitarian retreats. Those beginnings shaped this space.
A Hippie Chick is a home for reflections on nature, creativity, community, and family. I write honest stories about the everyday moments that bring us back to what matters. I’m so glad you found your way here and know you’re always welcome.—Stacy Joyfully 🦋
A Decade of Difference: What Carrie Pasquale Built at The YMCA
What does it really mean to invest in a community? For me, the answer comes down to one person—and the lasting impact she made at The Y.
Two Years Strong: We Can Do Hard Things
October marks two years since I started working out at The Y. Three days a week—Monday, Wednesday, and Friday—Rain or shine, hot or cold, I show up. It’s become part of my rhythm now.