Last night, my friend D shared a TikTok with me that said “I’d like to go back to 21 and make a new batch of bad decisions.” My initial response was ‘hell yes, I have a couple of bad ideas I would like to try!’ My first thought was that I would definitely drink more…
Gentle Hearth May Calendar
If you’d like a quiet way to add a little more mindfulness and seasonal awareness to your days, you’re welcome to join me in these cozy habits. These are simple daily suggestions—nothing elaborate, nothing demanding. Take what feels right, ignore what doesn’t, and let the rest be an invitation to notice your life a little…
Six Things I “Learned” about Mysel
I was scrolling through my news feed, took a series of “tell me more” links and ended up on Buzzfeed. I like the articles, and I love, love the https://www.buzzfeed.com/quizzesquizzes. Based on the choices I made, these are the six things I learned about myself lol Naturecore Spring is my Spring Aesthetic Your favorite parts…
Progress of the Worsted Kind
I have completed two afghans for my oldest nieces! The first Afghan is crocheted, granny square for my niece M. She originally wanted an afghan which had been made by her Nana‘s grandmother, which would have been her great, great grandmother! Obviously my mom was not willing to allow a college student to take that…
April 2026 — Daily Practice
(Each takes about 10–20 minutes. Less is fine.) This month, simply aim to add a little more fruit or vegetable than usual.Not perfect eating. Not rules. Just a quiet increase. April 1 — Choose a word for the month Let it feel bright. April 2 — Add one piece of fruit to your day No…
March Calendar
This was supposed to post on March 1; I will believe but verify in future. March 2026 — Lazy Witch Daily Practice For the slow thaw and the first quiet signs of growth(Each takes about 10–20 minutes. Less is fine.) March 1 — Choose a word for the month Something that feels like opening. March…
My Response to Reader Comments: Some Sympathy, Lack of Systems, and Need for Accountability
After publishing my previous commentary on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, I anticipated strong reactions—and I was not mistaken. Some readers felt my perspective lacked compassion. Others argued that any criticism of Meghan ignores the realities of racism, misogyny, and tabloid abuse. A few felt that questioning her choices amounted to excusing institutional cruelty. These…
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry: What Went Wrong with Royal Life
Opinion & commentary I was not always unsympathetic toward Meghan Markle. When her relationship with Prince Harry first became public, I felt genuine empathy for her. At the time, it appeared that Prince Harry failed to adequately prepare her for the realities of royal life. Their engagement followed very shortly after the public acknowledgment of…
Becoming more
Working with ChatGPT to construct my own Lazy Witch Daily Worksheet turned out to be far more grounding than I expected. I came into the process wanting something supportive but not demanding—something that would strengthen my practice without turning it into another obligation. It feels more like a steady hand at my waist rather than…
I am not good at following
It is the time of the year when I do an honest revision of my book stack, a clean out of my Goodreads and Audible Want To Read lists, crafting projects I would like to get to this year, and my annual re-dedicate to practice. While reviewing my Goodreads/Audible wish list I am very ruthless…