Grace Notes

a blog about life’s everyday magic

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All, Everyday Magic, Life's Beautiful Journey,

The Perfect Time for a Refresh

Every year when I spot the back-to-school sales at the local big box stores, I get a little jealous. I remember with fondness that extra-long day spent at the mall…

All, Everyday Magic, Inspiration,

What Gives You Light?

In giddy anticipation of Field Guide to Everyday Magic Volume 2 (hitting stores this August) we’ve been revisiting our favorite pages from Volume 1. We shared this Field Guide prompt…

All, Everyday Magic, Seasons,

The Color Your Heart Needs

  It’s snowing today. What better thing to do other than meandering outside, crossing snowy bridges, traipsing through slushy parking lots, and searching for fresh flowers?

All, Everyday Magic, Inspiration, Life's Beautiful Journey, Lovely Lists, Photography, Quotes, Self Affirmation,

Embracing Who We Are, Where We Are

  When you look in the mirror, what do you see?

All, Courage, Everyday Magic, Inspiration, Life's Beautiful Journey, Self Affirmation,

The Choir of Chaotic Voices

  The sound of a choir singing together brings to mind harmony, exaltation, a blissful sound.   It is uplifting and joyous. It can move us emotionally and with great…

All, Everyday Magic, Inspiration, Seasons, A Moment With Bella Grace Issue 11

A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 11

  “Wherever life plants you, bloom with grace.” — French Proverb   The spring season symbolizes new beginnings, blossoming life, and an opportunity to prioritize personal growth. We’re embracing simple…

All, Everyday Magic, Gratitude, Lovely Lists, 10 Messes I Not-so-Secretly Love

10 Messes I Not-so-Secretly Love

  Certain sights send my heart soaring, but they’re not ones you’d expect.   I like clutter. I’m not talking the “I should be on an episode of Hoarders” clutter,…

All, Everyday Magic, Joy of Reading, The Magic of Reading in Bed

The Magic of Reading in Bed

  Slightly sinful, like eating a piece of fine chocolate before taking my vitamins.   Or checking something off my long “To Do” list before I have actually accomplished the…

All, Everyday Magic, Lovely Lists, Letting Neverland Nourish Your Soul

Letting Neverland Nourish Your Soul

  Whenever I find that I cannot understand the world as I feel I ought to – or whenever I find that I do … but wish that I didn’t,…

All, Everyday Magic, Gratitude, Just Because: 21 Acts of Random Kindness

Just Because: 21 Acts of Random Kindness

  “Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” — Scott Adams   Every year around this time,…

Everyday Magic, Health + Wellness, Life's Beautiful Journey, My Monday Night Ritual

My Monday Night Ritual

  I don’t know if I’ve ever met someone who likes Mondays. If you do, hats off to you, but I think you’re one of the very few. My favorite…

Creativity, Everyday Magic, Inspiration, Cultivate Creativity Wherever You Are + Project Idea

Cultivate Creativity Wherever You Are + Project Idea

  Some of my best ideas found me when I wasn’t looking.   A song on the radio, walks through glistening snow, and early morning coffee runs are a few…