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, culture, family, and thoughtful living—honest stories about the everyday moments that bring us back to what matters.
I’m so glad you found your way here. Take what you need, come back when something calls you, and know you’re always welcome.
Where the butterflies play,
Stacy Joyfully 🦋
Chocolate in the Snow
It was a beautiful snowy day for me, since I got to stay inside and watch the fun. Oliver ran around in circles as usual, but this time he was also eating ice along the way. Greg, thank you for keeping an eye on everyone out there in the freezing wind.
Be Our Guest! What guests really want.
I’m grateful guests find staying here comfortable. Recently, I’ve been thinking about guest room details beyond the basics. What do guests really want in their rooms?
I used to think peace came from slowing down
I used to think peace was about slowing down, but lately…
Grayson’s Kindness and Contagious Smile
Our nephew, Grayson, tragically passed away in a car accident. He truly embodied the values of respect, humility, and kindness. Grayson was very close to his family and always greeted everyone with a warm smile.
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.
A Birthday Full of Happiness
My birthday celebration is overflowing with happiness—I’m excited to introduce our new chocolate lab puppy, Oliver!
Dear RSS subscribers, thank you!
Thank you so much for taking the time to read a Hippie Chick’s blog! I’m excited to catch up on some posts, and you’ll soon see a burst of updates in your feed.
Paddle, Hike, Cache, Repeat.
We are a one-bar family. We mostly hike, kayak, canoe, and go off-road in our Jeep. The picture above shows me celebrating with Greg after canoeing 9 miles down the Etowah River. And we're still married!
Top 10 Surprising Facts When Living in Michigan
It’s August, so of course, the Northern states are on my mind. I moved with my family from the Deep South to Michigan six years ago and was surprised to discover that different regions of the US can be pretty unique.
#ThrowbackThursday. Good things come in tall packages.
This photo still makes me laugh, no matter how many times I see it. That’s my nephew Jake, all 6 feet 4 inches of him. Clearly, someone ate all his vegetables growing up.
Thirty-Seven Years
My brother, Brett, was killed by a drunk driver when he was 37. Thirty-seven. Greg and I spent the day at the cemetery, cleaning his headstone and adding flowers to the arrangement. Don’t drink and drive.