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Hidden Worlds, Right Before Our Eyes
A new year has a way of reminding me how much of the world I still haven’t seen, experienced, or truly noticed. There have been moments in my life when I’ve stopped short and thought, Wow—there’s a whole other world out there. I hope I find myself thinking that often in 2026. The first time […]
A New Year’s Guide—Courtesy of My Mandevilla Plant
In the past, as New Year’s approached, I’d buy a fresh journal—the kind with blank pages for weekly, monthly, and yearly goals. I would sit down with good intentions and my favorite pen, a Pilot G-2, determined to reinvent myself. I’d write lists, read inspiring quotes, watch Ali Abdaal’s motivational YouTubes, and vow to become an improved […]
Keeping Traditions Alive Through an Old-Fashioned Christmas
Some families choose bright lights and bustling schedules at Christmas. This year, we chose something quieter. No waterparks. No venturing off to buy batteries or take advantage of sales. No packed schedules. We're trading dependable Wi-Fi, a dishwasher, and extra space for a small, remote cabin in northern Wisconsin. It begins outside, where we strap […]
A Season for Noticing
I was excited when the mockup for my latest picture book arrived in the mail. The cover of When an Octopus Crashes Your Party was colorful, imaginative, and fun. I eagerly flipped through the pages, scanning for typos or layout issues, and found a couple. A week later, during the swirl of Thanksgiving preparations, the […]
Embracing the Night (Even When You’d Rather Hibernate)
As the days grow shorter and the sun slips away before many of us have even thought about starting supper, I find myself wanting to do what any sensible woodland creature would do: crawl into a warm den, curl my paws around a mug of chamomile tea, and not emerge until April. One night, while […]
A Thanksgiving Lesson From Josie
Josie the Cockapoo’s worn pads click across the kitchen floor. Fifteen years old. My husband and I display a photo of her as a puppy—see photo above—and often comment on how quickly the years have gone. Bare patches show where she’s scratched herself raw from persistent allergies. Still, when I ask if she wants a […]
The Farm That Love Built
Nestled in the lovely Baraboo Hills sits Jane’s Journey Home for Dogs—or simply “the farm,” as many affectionately call it. I spoke with Rachel, who has worked there since the non-profit was founded in 2021 and brings over twenty years of experience in animal welfare. She first met the owner, Larry Barton, through their church […]
A Studio Filled with Stories and Light
Step inside Marjorie Cutting’s Baraboo art studio, and you’re greeted by a twelve-foot fabric panel of the Archangel Rafael. His hand-sewn wings drape gracefully down, and a blue fish with lace-trimmed fins rests at his feet. In many traditions, Rafael is known as a guide who brings understanding along with physical and spiritual healing. Standing […]