A Blog About Nature, Family, Creativity and Community.

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As a child, my family spent weeks driving through the Blue Ridge Mountains in our van with a rainbow unicorn. We visited artists from my parents' gallery and participated in mindful Unitarian retreats, all while camping surrounded by natural beauty. Life is more conventional now, but I guess some things don’t change. My own family has traveled along the parkway, hiked and climbed in Dupont Forest and kept open-minded beliefs.

welcome!

I’m Stacy Jo. Hop in to the blog! I started this space to save moments, questions, and small observations that felt too important to ignore. Over time, it has grown into a place to reflect on small victories in community work, reestablish priorities, and use creativity in innovative ways.

Visit Shared Adventures Are Just Better to learn more about me.

read a few favorites

If you are not sure where to start exploring A Hippie Chick, these curated favorites offer a perfect window into the heart and soul of the blog.

  • On Community & Impact
    Tattoo #196: A Chance Encounter
    A touching reflection on a stranger, human connection, and what it really means to live by your beliefs.

On Change & Discovery
Bring Back You: Building Strength, Rebuilding Self
A refreshingly honest look at navigating the in-between spaces of comfort and personal growth.

  • On Creativity & Identity
    An Angel Takes Wing
    A reminder that our creativity never really disappears; it just evolves with us as we grow.

  • Not to Miss Culture & Connection
    Yo-Yo Ma and the Culture of Us (video)
    A beautiful video where one of the world's most talented musicians shares his vision for a connected world.

  • Not to Miss Video & Post
    Kale Chips are Gross
    Comedian Tommy Ryman perfectly captures the nostalgia of growing up in my home. It is a hilarious trip down memory lane that explains some of my quirks. I proudly own the crystals, not my Mom.

grab a coffee and get cozy

Grab a coffee, get cozy, and stay a while to check out my other posts. Visit Shared Adventures Are Just Better to learn more about me. I’m really glad you’re here.