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# Bella Grace Magazine

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- [Blog](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/) - Discover stories about finding magic in the everyday, inspirational quotes, and interesting life lists on Grace Notes, the official blog of Bella Grace magazine.
- [20 Ways to Make This Your Most Whimsical Summer Yet](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/20-ways-to-make-this-your-most-whimsical-summer-yet/) - What better time is there than summer to fill your days with as much whimsy as possible? It’s a season in which many of us feel a little more playful as we try to capture the joy-filled months of our youth. Here are 20 Ways to Make This Your Most Whimsical Summer Yet.
- [Inspiring Quotes That Celebrate Summer](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/summer-quotes/) - What a delightful time of year summer is! Between picnics and beach days, reading lists and movie nights, there are countless special ways to celebrate the season. These are a few of our favorite quotes that remind us of the magic we can always expect summertime to bring. Inspiring Quotes That Celebrate Summer “And so
- [Summer Vision Board Ideas for the Beautiful Life You Imagine](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/summer-vision-board-ideas/) - These summer vision board ideas will inspire you to create a meaningful mood board that goes beyond Pinterest, for the beautiful, slow season ahead.
- [The Detours That Change Us](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-detours-that-change-us/) - Perhaps this is a lesson life offers: not every wrong turn is wrong. Some roads reveal their meaning only after we have traveled far enough to look back.
- [A Return to Wonder](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-return-to-wonder/) - Staying curious doesn’t have to be anything big or serious. It can simply be asking questions and allowing yourself the time to explore them. Read more here.
- [The Small Ways We Show We Care](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-small-ways-we-show-we-care/) - Hours move quickly, and the intention to show someone how much they matter can get quietly pushed aside. And yet, care does not need to be grand.
- [The Comfort of Old Things](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-comfort-of-old-things/) - My new cardigan is softer, that’s true. Perhaps I’ll wear it one day, but for now, I’ll continue to wrap myself up in the comfort of old things.
- [Perfect Imperfections](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/perfect-imperfections/) - Life rarely asks to be polished. Small imperfections do not take away from the beauty of a life. In many ways, they are the beauty. Read more here.
- [A Homebody’s Guide to the Outdoors](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-homebodys-guide-to-the-outdoors/) - Maybe being an “outdoors” person doesn’t look the same way for me as it might for you. Much like most of my life, my version of outdoors is quiet and simple.
- [Just Because: 21 Random Acts of Kindness](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/just-because-21-acts-of-random-kindness/) - #post_excerptWe can all find it our hearts to go out of our way to make someone’s day a little bit better. Our Readers Share 21 Beautiful, Random Acts of Kindness They Experienced and The Impacts Each Had on Them...
- [Permission to Rest Without Guilt](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/permission-to-rest-without-guilt/) - Over time, rest begins to resemble indulgence rather than necessity. This is the quiet belief that can be, and should be, unlearned.
- [Creating My Own Analog Basket](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/creating-my-own-analog-basket/) - I thought about what I’d be most compelled to do, and filled a little basket with books, a crossword puzzle book, playing cards, an unfinished project, and more
- [Beginning the Year on a New Page](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/beginning-the-year-on-a-new-page/) - With a new year upon us, it feels natural to think of this moment as turning the page. It’s the perfect time to pause and ask which chapter you're living in.
- [Counting Blessings](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/counting-blessings/) - As I step into this new year of my life, I want gratitude to not just be a feeling, but a practice and a way of life. Read more here.
- [An Autumn Comfort Collection](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/an-autumn-comfort-collection/) - Temperatures drop and the nights stretch longer. Discover in this blog some lesser-known cozy reads, films, and songs to savor this autumn.
- [10 Prompts to Help You Embrace a Slower Life](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/10-prompts-to-embrace-a-slower-life/) - There is something about the arrival of fall that makes me want to slow down. When I feel that way, I find it helpful to turn to this list of prompts.
- [Learning to Love Being Alone](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/learning-to-love-being-alone/) - I’ve come to realize that being alone isn’t the same as being lonely. It can simply be a chance to embrace the joy of your own company. Read more.
- [A Grown-Up Guide to a Kid-Sized Summer](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/grown-up-guide-to-kid-sized-summer/) - Still in my never-ending journey to live more in the moment, I’m looking for ways to enjoy this summer season while it’s here. Read more.
- [Small Rituals, Big Comforts](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/small-rituals-big-comforts/) - Romanticizing my workdays isn’t about pretending they’re always peaceful. It’s about choosing to notice the beauty tucked inside the ordinary. Read more here.
- [Stacks of Promises](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/stacks-of-promises/) - As an avid reader, I know I won’t get to them all right away — but that’s never the point. I don’t read only to finish. I read to feel.
- [Romanticizing Sundays](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/romanticizing-sundays/) - Who doesn’t find themselves with a case of the Sunday Scaries every now and then? My mind starts to shift to all that awaits me Monday morning. Read more here.
- [10 Uplifting Quotes to Start Your Day on a Positive Note](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/10-uplifting-quotes/) - To help me start the day on a positive note, I have a collection of quotes I turn to and read to myself time and time again. Explore them here.
- [5 Ways to Welcome Spring’s Arrival](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/5-ways-to-welcome-spring/) - While I always anticipate the arrival of the warm days of summer, the crisp air of autumn, and slow winter nights, spring is the season I get excited over.
- [A Time for Wintering](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-time-for-wintering/) - The animals and plants do it to prepare themselves for the long days to come, why can’t people? January is my season of wintering – cocooning and living gently.
- [24 Things From 2024 Worth Celebrating](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/24-things-from-2024-worth-celebrating/) - With how busy or hard life can feel at times, we owe it to ourselves to celebrate our accomplishments, no matter how small or insignificant they may feel.
- [Holiday Traditions I’m Most Looking Forward To](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/holiday-traditions-im-most-looking-forward-to/) - This is a time of year filled with things I do annually. Not because I feel obligated to, but because I truly enjoy them. Explore my favorites here.
- [The Coziest Gift Guide](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/cozy-gift-guide-2024/) - And just like that, the holiday season has arrived! Explore a wonderful selection of gifts that are perfect for your hygge-loving friends and family members.
- [Slowing Down in Autumn](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/slowing-down-in-autumn/) - Most of us live a fast-paced life, whether we want to or not, and it’s all too easy to take note of the simple pleasures that bring us joy. Read more here.
- [10 Cozy Ways to Welcome Autumn](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/10-cozy-ways-to-welcome-autumn/) - Once the first signs of autumn appear, I slow down and feel pulled toward spending my time at home. Discover ways to welcome the “ber” months here.
- [15 Quotes to Get You Excited for Fall’s Arrival](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/15-quotes-to-get-you-excited-for-falls-arrival/) - Is it any wonder we all happily anticipate fall and welcome it with open arms? Discover our favorite quotes to get you excited for fall’s arrival in this blog.
- [A Year of Change & Self-Discovery](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-year-of-change-self-discovery/) - Life really is a never-ending search for balance, isn’t it? Delve into Christen’s self-discovery journey as she embraced changes in this blog.
- [15 Ways to Savor Summer Slowly](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/15-ways-to-savor-summer-slowly/) - The best way to savor summer is to do by slowing down and embracing the season and all the delights it brings. Explore 15 of our favorite activities here.
- [15 Quotes to Make You Excited for Summer’s Arrival](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/15-quotes-to-make-you-excited-for-summers-arrival/) - As the calendar approaches June, you can begin to feel summer’s arrival in the air. Discover some of our favorite quotes that always get us excited for summer.
- [A Bella Summer Bucket List](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/bella-summer-bucket-list-2020/) - Summertime has officially arrived! We love to view the arrival of new seasons as an opportunity to rejuvenate and refresh as well as celebrate. As part of the summer celebration, we've created a fun bucket list to inspire our community. Each item is meant to add a dash of magic to your season and lift
- [A Bella Summer Bucket List 2019](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/summer-bucket-list/) - We recently asked our followers on Instagram and Facebook to share what is on their summer bucket list. It came as no surprise that we were incredibly inspired by your responses - our Bella Grace community is filled with such creative, thoughtful, and heartfelt souls! Below is our Bella Summer Bucket List, a compilation of your
- [Life’s a Beautiful Journey](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/lifes-a-beautiful-journey/) - On each issue of Bella Grace magazine, you’ll see the tagline, “Life’s a Beautiful Journey.” Have you ever stopped to think about what that means? Find out here
- [7 Ways to Rekindle Your Connection with Nature](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/connecting-with-nature/) - How much time do you spend staring at a screen? Explore in this blog the benefits of being in nature and how to rekindle your connection with the natural world.
- [A Smaller Take on Gratitude Journals](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-smaller-take-on-gratitude-journals/) - Most of us have, at some point, wanted to start a gratitude journal. Yet, it's easy to become bored with the routine. Learn how not to in this blog.
- [9 Delightful Ways to Welcome Spring into Your Home](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/9-delightful-ways-to-welcome-spring-into-your-home/) - Can you feel it? Nature is waking up slowly from its slumber. Now is the time to cast off the winter blues and invite the freshness of spring into your home.
- [Digital Detox: From FOMO to JOMO](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/digital-detox-from-fomo-to-jomo/) - What if we flipped the script and viewed missing out not as a loss but as a gain? Read the blog to explore how digital detox can bring joy from missing out.
- [Practicing Mindfulness with Your Pet](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/mindfulness-with-your-pet/) - You don't need to practice mindfulness alone – your pet can help. Read the blog to learn more about mindfulness and how you can practice it with your pet.
- [Presentness in a Fast-Paced World](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/presentness-in-a-fast-paced-world/) - In this age of hurry, let us rediscover the beauty of presentness and foster tranquility amidst the frenzy. Read the blog for 8 ways to be more present.
- [Your Guide to Stream of Consciousness Writing](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/stream-of-consciousness-writing/) - Stream of consciousness writing isn't just for professional writers. Learn about this writing technique and how to use it for journaling in this blog.
- [10 Practical Tips on Making Daily Journaling More Enjoyable](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/enjoyable-daily-journaling/) - Daily journaling can seem dull or daunting – Read the blog for 10 tips to help you get started and stay committed to a more enjoyable daily journaling practice
- [Morning Reflections](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/morning-reflections/) - I have night-owl tendencies, but my hound has taught me to appreciate and chase light... Visit our blog to continue reading Ella's article.
- [Leap Year: 10 Ways to Spend Your Extra Day](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/leap-year-10-ways-to-spend-your-extra-day/) - This leap year, we encourage you to set aside an entire extra day so you can spend it however you want. Discover in this blog some of our favorite activities.
- [The Beauty of Handwritten Letters](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-beauty-of-handwritten-letters/) - Read the blog to explore what makes handwritten letters so special, letter-writing tips, and things to tuck inside a letter.
- [30 Letters to Write in 30 Days](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/30-letters-to-write-in-30-days/) - Embracing the art of letter writing is a wonderful way to add a romantic touch to your everyday life. The thought of sitting down with some beautiful stationery and penning a note to a loved one makes our hearts flutter a bit, as does the idea of going to our mailbox and finding a note
- [21 Surefire Ways to Instantly Lift Your Mood](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/21-surefire-ways-to-instantly-lift-your-mood/) - Mood lifters don't have to be complicated or take time and money; explore in this blog ways to lift your moods instantly.
- [Your Guide to Intentional Self-Care](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/intentional-self-care/) - Intentional self-care isn't just a luxury but a necessity. Read the blog to explore the various dimensions of self-care and find practical tips for well-being.
- [Self-Compassion: Fostering a Kind Relationship with Yourself](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/self-compassion/) - Did you know the Latin root of "compassion" means "to suffer with"? Read the blog to learn more about self-compassion and how you can cultivate it.
- [Saying No: Healthy Boundaries as a Form of Self-Love](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/healthy-boundaries-as-a-form-of-self-love/) - Clear personal boundaries include many moving parts. Explore the significance of healthy boundaries and tips on establishing and maintaining them in this blog.
- [How to Turn Resolutions into Lasting Habits](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/how-to-turn-resolutions-into-lasting-habits/) - If you're looking to make a change but haven't started yet, or if your resolution isn't going as hoped, read the blog for 7 ways to develop lasting habits.
- [15 Inspirational Quotes to Kickstart 2024](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/15-inspirational-quotes-to-kickstart-2024/) - As we step into 2024 with a commitment to make this year better than the last, may we use the quotes about new beginnings to guide us along the way.
- [Winter Wellness: How to Beat the Winter Blues](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/winter-wellness-how-to-beat-the-winter-blues/) - If shorter days and colder weather cause you to grapple with the winter blues, you're not alone. Find ways to infuse your life with warmth and positivity here.
- [8 Practices for Cultivating Positive Emotions](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/practices-for-positive-emotions/) - You will find in this blog eight meaningful activities to spark positive emotions like joy, along with the answer to whether happiness is a positive emotion.
- [Doses of Coziness You Never Knew You Craved](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/doses-of-coziness/) - Coziness can be so personal and unique to each one of us. Discover our favorite sources of coziness from the pages of The Cozy Issue in this blog.
- [Visual Roadmaps: Vision Boards and Mood Boards](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/vision-boards-and-mood-boards/) - Your aspirations, albeit personal, don't have to only be in your heads. Vision boards and mood boards can make them tangible. Learn more about them here.
- [Small Gestures, Big Impact](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/small-gestures-big-impact/) - In this blog, we'll explore how small gestures of kindness can create huge impacts in our lives and the lives of those around us.
- [Behind the Scenes of Bella Grace](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/behind-the-scenes-of-bella-grace/) - Have you ever wondered how Bella Grace gets put together? Discover in this blog how one of Barnes & Noble’s bestsellers gets made from start to finish.
- [The Mindfulness of Mindlessness](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-mindfulness-of-mindlessness/) - Have you ever heard someone use a phrase and it stops you in your tracks? Days pass, and you keep repeating it over and over in your head. This was the case the other day when one of the hosts of a podcast I listen to mentioned, “the mindfulness of mindlessness.” Upon hearing it, my
- [5 Hobbies That Bring a Sense of Calm](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/calm-hobbies/) - As the year comes to a close and the holiday hustle and bustle is upon us, we often find ourselves seeking moments of calm. Relaxing hobbies can help us create these moments as they provide a sense of peace and inspire our creativity too! Below you'll find a few of our favorite calming hobbies that are
- [15 Inspiring Journal Prompts](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/journaling-prompts/) - As you may know, we are huge fans of journaling here at Bella Grace. Each issue of Bella is sprinkled with unique journaling prompts for self-discovery, creative expression, and to simply relax. We've gathered a collection of our favorites to inspire your next journaling session! 15 Inspiring Journal Prompts It’s hard to live simply when
- [Navigating Life Through Slow Living](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/slow-living/) - This blog compiles prompts that celebrate the exquisite beauty of slow living – so let it be your reminder to pause, breathe, and embrace unhurried moments.
- [The Magic of Forest Bathing](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/forest-bathing/) - In this blog, we will delve into the healing power of forest bathing and explore how it can offer you an escape from the rigors of modern life.
- [Social Wellness: 10 Ways to Reconnect With Old Friends](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/social-wellness/) - Whether it's going on a nostalgic day trip, sending a mystery package, or hosting a waffle brunch, these activities will help strengthen our social wellness.
- [30 Days of Cozy](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/30-days-of-cozy/) - As we eagerly wait for winter to begin, here are 30 simple ways to embrace the coziness and comfort we all crave. Scroll down for an exclusive sneak peek inside The Cozy Issue Volume 5! 30 Days of Cozy Change the lock screen on your phone to something warm and inviting. Make a playlist
- [My 5 Go-To Summer Reads](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/my-5-go-to-summer-reads/) - Words: Christen Hammons Photo credit: Annie Spratt It’s no secret that I’m a huge bookworm. From the moment my mom taught me to read “Hop on Pop” by Dr. Seuss, I’ve been devouring book after book. My bookshelves are overflowing and I know the employees at the local library by name. Classics, mysteries, young
- [Embracing the Magic of Summer](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/embracing-the-magic-of-summer/) - Discover the magic of summer in this blog. Join us as we explore the beauty, adventures, excitement, and wonder this magical season has to offer.
- [Meet Me Under the Stars: Free Summer Wallpapers](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/free-summer-wallpapers/) - Upgrade your desktop screen with these free summer wallpapers that feature inspirational quotes and gorgeous starlit night skies from the pages of Bella Grace.
- [At the Edge, a Poem by Elle Harris](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/at-the-edge-a-poem-by-elle-harris/) - Remember this is temporary and nothing stays the same even in the moments that draw and lengthen and stretch and pull you way past comfortable taut to the point of tear broken to the point of fracture even then even there tenacity is found in the conscious decision to breathe once more There is
- [Infinite Wonders Around the Corner](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/small-adventures/) - You don’t need to embark on an expensive vacation to satisfy your wanderlust. Here are small adventures you can take without having to travel far from home.
- [The Ultimate Summer Playlist](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-ultimate-summer-playlist/) - Whether you're taking a road trip or simply traveling around town, we've created The Ultimate Summer Playlist, so you can listen along all season long.
- [As Though I Had Wings: 20 Mary Oliver Quotes to Live By](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/as-though-i-had-wings-20-mary-oliver-quotes-to-live-by/) - I was that odd, artsy girl in high school who sat cross-legged in the poetry section of Barnes and Noble. I'd grab a few of the best looking covers and pour over the words. Something in my chest would flicker like a lighter before the flame. I can remember the first
- [12 Louisa May Alcott Quotes for Daily Inspiration](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/louisa-may-alcott-quotes/) - Photo originally appeared in, “Embracing Your Inner March Sister” by Teagan Olivia Sturmer; Bella Grace Issue 24 Autumn is the time of year for homemade pumpkin bread, copious amounts of tea, and curling up with a beloved classic tale. One of our favorite novels to read during cozy season is, "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott.
- [15 Inspirational Emily Dickinson Quotes to Live By](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/15-inspirational-emily-dickinson-quotes-to-live-by/) - When I told my older cousin about this piece I was writing he said, “Emily Dickinson, she was quite a recluse,” but that is not why I decided upon her for my piece. Emily Dickinson – the now well known American Poet, was not well known in her time, and yet she created
- [17 Eleanor Roosevelt Quotes to Live By](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/17-eleanor-roosevelt-quotes-to-live-by/) - Words: Hayley Solano Photo credit: Hayley Solano On a Sunday morning not too long ago, I was sitting at the coffee table with a cup of tea and notebook, my heart feeling extra nostalgic. I never know what I’m going to end up writing about on Sunday mornings; all I’m sure of is that
- [15 Ways to Embrace Joy & Delight This Spring](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/15-ways-to-embrace-joy-delight-this-spring/) - I’ve never been one to make serious resolutions when a new year arrives and instead take two different approaches. I think of the things I will not be doing in the coming year (my “unresolutions”) and I think of what I want more of in my life. You know, those little things that when you
- [Words of Encouragement: 12 Motivational Quotes of Strength](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/words-of-encouragement-12-motivational-quotes-of-strength/) - Whether life has thrown you a curve ball, or you just need some gentle words of encouragement, here are 12 of our favorite inspirational quotes about strength and encouragement from the pages of Bella Grace magazine. You might also love: 10 Quotes That Remind Us It's Never Too Late to Start Over “And then it
- [A Basket of Sunshine](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-basket-of-sunshine/) - After enduring months of cold, dark, dreary days, it can be easy to feel like the sun may never shine again. Putting together a “basket of sunshine” is a thoughtful way to spread some cheer and remind a friend that sunnier days are just around the corner. The concept is simple: gather a collection of
- [Game Shows & Soup in a Mug: An Ideal Sick Day](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/game-shows-soup-in-a-mug-my-ideal-sick-day/) - When I was growing up, staying home from school for a sick day often felt like a little treat. I was lucky enough to have a mom who stayed at home and doted on me, making me a special bed on the couch where I could enjoy comforting food and drinks while watching those fun
- [Setting the Stage for My Days](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/setting-the-stage-for-my-days/) - My mornings have become so routine that I go about them as though I’m on autopilot. First, I wrap myself up in my well-loved but very ragged robe and let the dogs out into the backyard so they can stretch their legs after a long night’s sleep. Without much thought, I scoop whole coffee beans
- [What the Bella Grace Team Looks for in Submissions](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/submissions/) - What the Bella Grace Team Looks for in Submissions Pieces that drop us right into the story. As students, we’re trained to write in a formulaic manner with a strong introduction, but we’re not looking for essays. Most of the pieces we publish are written in a more fluid, informal style. Very specific topics. Our
- [Want to be featured in In Her Garden?](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/in-her-garden-submissions/) - Last spring, our publisher introduced a brand-new title called In Her Garden. This special publication is an exploration of inspiring outdoor spaces along with creative DIY projects for and from the garden. Whether you’re a gardener, an artist, or a bit of both, In Her Garden was made to inspire you. We're already planning the
- [The Magic of Impromptu Gifts + Printable Gift Tags](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/magic-of-impromptu-gifts/) - Here at Bella Grace, we're all about indulging in the little things and sweet gestures. One of the simplest sweet gestures to give is an impromptu gift to a friend. Whether it's a copy of their favorite book or a darling tea cup, an unexpected surprise always brightens the recipient's day. Below you'll find a
- [13 Signs that Autumn's Magic Has Arrived](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/autumn-magic/) - It's just about that time of year we adore most here at Bella Grace. Cozy season is upon us and we couldn't be more excited to look out for these wonderful signs it has arrived written by Bella contributor, Ella Wilson... Stepping out on my deck, I am amazed how the maple leaves in my
- [Stealing Pockets of Time During the Holiday Season](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/stealing-pockets-of-time-during-the-holiday-season/) - The holiday season is so packed with gatherings, events, and a never-ending to-do list that it can be hard to find a few minutes to yourself. No matter how busy your days may seem this time of year, there are always little pockets of time you can steal for yourself, even if it’s only 10
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 31](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/issue-31/) - Bella Grace Issue 31 is here! Discover the magic inside including 20 things to tuck inside a letter, unique ways to give back, and even more beautifully penned stories. Let's take a peek at some of our favorite articles featured in this issue... A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 31 Whether it's picking a bouquet
- [A Sneak Peek of In Her Garden + a Giveaway!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/in-her-garden/) - We're delighted to introduce In Her Garden, the latest special edition to be released by our publisher. This publication invites readers to explore the inspiring outdoor spaces of women who share a passion for making things grow. In addition to stunning scenery, you’ll also discover some of our favorite DIY projects for and from the
- [10 Things to Write About in a Letter](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/letter-writing-ideas/) - I can’t count how many times I’ve imagined myself sitting at my desk, a beautiful fountain pen poised over carefully chosen stationery as I begin to write a letter to a friend. In these daydreams, the words flow freely. My steaming cup of coffee goes cold and untouched as the words keep coming. I know
- [A Bella Spring Bucket List](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/spring-bucket-list/) - When we asked our Bella Instagram Community for their Spring bucket list recommendations, we were delighted to read such inspiring responses! Below you will find a collection of our favorites compiled into a "Bella Spring Bucket List" for you to reference all season long A Bella Spring Bucket List Every spring, when my Cherry Tree
- [A Sneak Peek Inside Book of Lists!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/book-of-lists/) - Who doesn’t love a good list? They get right to the point, are easy to read, and can express just as many thoughts as a longer narrative can. Since its inception our Bella Grace writers have shared outstanding lists that help capture the beauty to be found in everyday life. Bella Grace: Book of Lists is filled with
- [10 Quotes That Remind Us It's Never Too Late to Start Over](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/starting-over/) - One of life's biggest challenges can be starting over, especially when we feel it is too late to do so. If you're finding it difficult to create a new beginning, we've put together a collection of quotations that just may give you the inspiration you need! 10 Quotes That Remind Us It's Never Too Late
- [How to Make a Date For Yourself](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/how-to-make-a-date-for-yourself/) - As busy as we are, we always manage to find a way to pencil someone or something else into our schedule. We open our planners and see all those doctor’s appointments, work lunches, and coffee dates with friends, precisely scheduled throughout our weeks. The only time left over for ourselves is between the other appointments,
- [Must-Haves for a "Bella" Picnic](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/bella-picnic/) - The idea of a picnic is filled with romance and coziness. What could be lovelier than a delicious meal enjoyed outdoors in the fresh air? Simply the thought of a beautifully packed picnic basket is enough to make many of us swoon. Whether you’re enjoying it with a romantic partner or a group of friends
- [Sweet Nothings](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/sweet-nothings/) - I’ve said for years that the universe tosses you gifts daily, and that you just have to hold out your hands and catch them. Most of those gifts are overlooked moments; we get busy or tired and we just miss them. We expect them to be big and wrapped up in silver paper, with a
- [Start off the New Year with these 5 Inspiring Reads](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/new-year-books/) - Welcome 2022! There's nothing quite like feeling of a fresh start. We love ushering in a new chapter by reading books that inspire us to be the best versions of ourselves and discover happiness in the little things. These are 5 books we think will help you create a beautiful start to 2022... 5 Inspiring
- [How to Re-create Childhood Magic](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/how-to-re-create-childhood-magic/) - Childhood is such a magical part of most people’s lives. It’s often not the large moments we look back on, but the little ones. That feeling when you learned to pump your legs and soar into the sky on a swing. Your first snowman. What makes childhood magical is something so personal to each of
- [25 Ways to Practice Self-Love](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/self-love/) - We recently asked our Bella community on Instagram about their favorite ways to practice self-love and were so inspired by the responses! We've compiled a selection for you to try in your daily life. Whether it's watching the sunrise or treating yourself to a bouquet of flowers, we hope these little pieces of self-love will
- [The Gift of Flowers: How to Host Your Own Floral Workshop](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/floral-workshop/) - As we anticipate the arrival of spring, we're sharing an inspiring story that celebrates the gift of flowers along with tips on how to host your own floral workshop! This article was originally published in Mingle Winter 2019. Growing up, my parents’ garden overflowed with flowers and vegetables. My mother would make arrangements for the
- [Life Lessons From Literary Heroines](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/literary-heroine/) - On the way back to the orphanage after learning Green Gables was not to be her home, a heartbroken Anne Shirley declared, “I’ve made up my mind to enjoy this drive. It’s been my experience that you can nearly always enjoy things if you make up your mind firmly ... Oh, look, there’s one little early
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 29 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/bella-grace-issue-29/) - It's just weeks away from our favorite season here at Bella Grace -- Cozy Season! Celebrate with our 29th issue filled with cozy inspiration (the perfect precursor to our annual Cozy Issue). Inside you'll discover wisdom from Anne Shirley, simple ways to add whimsy to your days, ideas for celebrating autumn's arrival, and more! Let's
- [How to Celebrate the Transition from Summer to Autumn](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/summer-to-autumn/) - We recently asked our Bella community to share their favorite ways to celebrate the transition from summer to autumn. It came as no surprise that your responses gave us countless fall bucket list ideas. Below you will find a collection of autumnal activities...you may even find your response featured! How to Celebrate the Transition from
- [A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 8 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-8/) - Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 8 has arrived! Inside you'll find journaling space and prompts for self-reflection, beautiful quotes, and stunning photos. It makes the perfect companion for cozying up on an autumn or winter evening for some self-care time! Let's take a look inside... A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue
- [Our Favorite Hygge Articles Featured in Bella Grace](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/hygge-articles/) - Here at Bella Grace, we are big fans of hygge, so much so that we've created an entire special edition called The Cozy Issue to celebrate it! If you haven't heard of hygge, it is "a Danish word used when acknowledging a feeling or moment, whether alone or with friends, at home or out,
- [A Nod to the Thank You Note](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-nod-to-the-thank-you-note/) - This article was originally published in Bella Grace Issue 2 I am a huge fan of Jimmy Fallon. I love his Friday night segment called “Thank You Notes.” I have created a few notes of my own to show gratitude to my muse and what inspires me to look again. I am collecting my notes
- [A Moment with The Cozy Issue Volume 4 + Enter to Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/cozy-issue-volume-4/) - Our beloved annual Cozy Issue is here! Inside The Cozy Issue Volume 4 you'll find a list of our readers' favorite movies to cozy up with on stormy days, easy ways to "hygge-up" your journaling practice, and questions for deep introspection when the weather gets colder ❄️ This special edition always sells out fast so
- [A Cozy Gift Guide](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/cozy-gift-guide-2021/) - And just like that, the holiday season has arrived! As you may know, here at Bella Grace, we adore all things cozy. We've added a wonderful selection of gifts to our shop that are perfect for your hygge-loving friends and family members. Here are some of our favorites... Get it by Christmas. Order by: 12/13/21
- [A Merry Watchlist: Holiday Movies We Love](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/holiday-movie-list/) - One of the best parts of this time of year is curling up with a cup of hot chocolate and a tray of cookies to watch a festive movie. From classics like White Christmas to more modern releases like Love Actually, there are countless films that add a dash of holiday cheer to the season.
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 30 + Enter to Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/issue-30/) - Winter has officially arrived and we are thrilled to celebrate its wonder with our 30th issue! Inside you'll discover how to find magic in the dark months of winter, 41 ways to brighten your day, the joy in waiting, and so much more. See below for a peek inside and pick up your copy on
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 28 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/bella-grace-issue-28/) - Bella Grace Issue 28 is here! Inside you'll discover the ultimate summer playlist and thought-provoking prompts, amongst even more inspiration. With pages of journaling space, this issue makes the perfect companion for beach days, backyard picnics, and magical morning routines. Take a tour of some of our favorite featured articles below... A Moment with Bella
- [Summer Lights: 35 Joys That Brighten Us From the Inside](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/summer-lights/) - I think my absolute favorite thing about summer is the effluence of light. Whether spoken as an adjective, a noun, or a verb…light is everywhere, and in everything. From the sun that freckle-kisses your skin, to the starlight that salts the sky…from the barely-there fabrics reminding you how to breathe, to the palest Queen Anne’s
- [Shades of Jane Austen + a Giveaway!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/jane-austen-giveaway/) - Let's celebrate the magic of Jane Austen! Enter to win a beautiful copy of Sense and Sensibility and enjoy a special article from Bella Grace Issue 18 entitled, "Shades of Jane Austen." Do you have a favorite Jane Austen novel? Share with us in the comments below! Shades of Jane Austen + a Giveaway! I
- [Kindness Candles: DIY to Brighten Someone's Day](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/kindness-candles/) - Sometimes all it takes is one small gesture to completely turn around someone's day. We put together these kindness candles as a thoughtful gift idea to brighten the lives of others. To make your own, simply cut out a message from our Kindness Candle Printables and wrap it around a candle of choice! The printables
- [More Than a Book Club](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/more-than-a-book-club/) - I’m not ashamed to admit that I’ve struggled with making friends as an adult. I know I’m not alone. As an introvert, putting myself out there feels very vulnerable. How am I even supposed to meet people? What if this person already has enough friends? What if they just don’t like me? Friendships seemed to
- [The Joys of Collecting](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-joys-of-collecting/) - Are there any special items you enjoy collecting? Starting a collection can be a simple way to add a dash of joy to your life. It provides the opportunity for an ongoing treasure hunt, in search for the next cherished collectible. Whether it's postage stamps from different parts of the world, vintage tea ware with
- [5 Novels that Welcome Spring](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/5-novels-that-welcome-spring/) - Springtime is the season of much awaited sunshine, blooming flowers, and new beginnings. It's certainly a cause for celebration, don't you think? Today we're sharing 5 novels to read throughout spring that will bring a dash of seasonal magic to your days. Be sure to let us know if you have any spring reading recommendations
- [A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 7 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-7/) - Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 7 has arrived! Filled with worksheet-style prompts, captivating photographs, and inspirational quotes, this journal-style magazine makes for the perfect companion this Spring. Let's take a peek inside! A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 7 Express the musings of your heart on our prompt pages. On this
- [A Mother's Day Gift Guide](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/mothers-day-gift-guide/) - Mother's Day is just around the corner! We've put together a collection of Bella-esque gift ideas the moms in your life will adore. Browse below to find a thoughtful gift that will add a dash of magic to her special day *Note: We recommend placing your order at least by May 3rd for Mother's Day
- [10 Quotes that Remind Us of New Beginnings](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/new-beginnings/) - Spring is a season for new beginnings. With the flowers in bloom once again and new life emerging, we're inspired to do the same in our own lives. Whether it's picking up a new hobby we've always wanted to try or leaving sorrows behind us, Spring is an idyllic backdrop for renewal. Below is a
- [How to Celebrate Life Quietly](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/how-to-celebrate-life-quietly/) - While we encourage you to celebrate everything in life, we know this can look different for everyone. The over-the-top gestures and events that some may bask in will send others looking for a place to hide. It’s a common misconception that introverts don’t want to celebrate things – they do, just not in the same
- [20 Ways to Make Mornings More Magical](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/magical-mornings/) - How you spend the morning sets the tone for your day. We believe that starting the day with a dash of inspiration can truly make a difference! When we asked our Bella Grace community about ways they make mornings more magical, we received countless inspiring responses. Below are some of our favorites that we're sharing
- [Life's Beautiful Journey](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/lifes-beautiful-journey/) - Our Notes from Bella newsletter is filled with inspiration including quotes that celebrate life's beautiful journey. Today we're sharing a collection of our favorites featured in Notes from Bella. If you'd like inspiration just like this delivered directly to your inbox, simply click here to join! Life's Beautiful Journey "We are the drifters and dancers,
- [A Moment with The Cozy Issue Volume 3 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/cozy-issue-volume-3/) - The Cozy Issue Volume 3 is here! This beloved special edition is filled with more coziness than ever before. Let's take a peek at the stories you'll find inside capturing simple, slow living and comforting moments of warmth and charm ❤️ A Moment with The Cozy Issue Volume 3 It's hard to deny the romance
- [The Girl in the Tower](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-girl-in-the-tower/) - Many of you may remember "The Girl in the Tower" and "Another Letter From the Girl in the Tower" by Courtney Warren (featured in Issue 22 and Issue 24, respectively). One of our readers, Ruth Wilford, was touched by this duet of stories and penned, "A Letter to the Girl in the Tower," which can
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 26 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/issue-26/) - Continue to delight in coziness with Bella Grace Issue 26! Sprinkled with stories of winter magic, inspiring quotes, and striking photographs, this issue captures life's beautiful journey. Let's take a peek inside... A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 26 Be inspired by contributor, Nancy Kendall's take on winter and how it brings out the courage
- [Our Favorite Winter-Themed Bella Grace Articles](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/winter-bella-articles/) - Lately our days have been filled with warm beverages, cozy blankets, and reading by the fireside! With the winter season in full-swing, we thought it would be fun to revisit some of our favorite winter-themed stories featured in Bella Grace. Below is a collection articles that encourage us to celebrate winter the "Bella" way ❤️
- [Best of 2020: Memorable Moments from Bella Grace’s Social Media](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/best-of-2020-memorable-moments-from-bella-graces-social-media/) - Happy New Year, Bellas! 2020 may have dealt many challenging moments, but we found solace and inspiration within our Bella Grace Community more than ever before ❤️ We delighted in fun activities such as our Instagram "What Makes Your Heart Sing" photo contest, re-released our very first issue, and published the third installment of the
- [The Ultimate Cozy Playlist](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-ultimate-cozy-playlist/) - Putting on music is a wonderful way to instantly create a cozy atmosphere. Inside the latest installment of The Cozy Issue, our readers shared which songs make them feel the coziest. We're excited to announce that we've created a Spotify playlist of these songs for you to enjoy! Whether you’re curled up at home on
- [12 Quotes on Self-Love](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/12-quotes-on-self-love/) - Valentine's Day is just around the corner and although it's known as a romantic holiday, we believe in celebrating the love we have for ourselves too! Do something special for yourself this weekend, whether it be making your favorite dessert, watching a beautiful film, or anything in-between. To celebrate self-love, we're sharing 12 quotes
- [Celebrating the Art of Letter Writing](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/letter-writing/) - There's nothing quite like sending and receiving handwritten notes. It's a thoughtful gesture that continues to stand the test of time. Even in this day and age, when it's often more convenient to communicate via email or text message, we continue to exchange snail mail and even use the internet to find pen pals. Comprised
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 27 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/issue-27/) - Embrace Springtime with Bella Grace Issue 27! Inside you'll find a list of "just because" activities, reflections on joyous moments, beautiful imagery, and even more inspiration. Let's take a peek... A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 27 Empty house tea parties prove that even when we feel we have nothing to offer, we can still
- [10 Things I’m Looking Forward to This Fall](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/looking-forward-to-fall/) - Though my school days are far behind me, it’s hard to think of fall without thinking about the chance to start anew. When I was younger, my excitement came from getting new clothes to the start the year and the mystery of what teachers I’d have. Now, my excitement comes at the chance to re-experience
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 25 + Win a Free Issue!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-25-win-a-free-issue/) - Bella Grace Issue 25 is now available! Filled to the brim with autumnal inspiration, it's perfect for cozying up with a soft blanket and welcoming the new season! See below to peek inside... A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 25 Bec Crooks celebrates the practice of fall - a season that may be short, but
- [Fall is Made for Reinvention](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/fall-is-made-for-reinvention/) - “Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” - Rumi Sometimes I like to pretend that I have lived a thousand lives before this one. I imagine I’ve seen a million color-stained sunsets and traveled the expanse of the globe several times. I
- [A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 6 + Win a Copy!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/field-guide-issue-6/) - We're thrilled to introduce Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 6! As the cozy season continues to unfold and the year comes to a close, it's the perfect time to curl up with a pen and self-reflect. Field Guide includes thought-provoking prompts, worksheets, inspiring quotes, journaling space, and more! Let's take a peek at the inspiration
- [Celebrating World Book Day: Our Editor's Top Book Recommendations](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/world-book-day/) - Happy World Book Day, friends! As you may know, here at Bella Grace, we love to read. We often refer to our publication as the "magazine that thinks its a book" for its beautifully penned stories and extended shelf life. In celebration of World Book Day, our editor (an avid reader with wonderful taste!) is
- [7 Daily Mantras of Encouragement](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/7-daily-mantras-of-encouragement/) - A simple way to feel at ease is by taking a deep breath and practicing an encouraging mantra. A mantra is a positive statement repeated to promote calmness and concentration. We loving using them to create peace in our day! Today we're sharing 7 of our favorite daily mantras plus a printable download too 7
- [10 Ways to Add More Magic and Happiness Into Each Day](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/magic-and-happiness/) - This article was originally featured in Bella Grace Issue 19 I absolutely love this quote by Jack Kerouac: “Be in love with your life.” We’re always searching for ways to bring more happiness, peace, love, and magic into our everyday lives. Tons of books on the subject line bookshelves: “The Happiness Project,” “The How
- [Inspired by Instagram: 5 Instagram Accounts We Love!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/inspired-by-instagram/) - We love Instagram! It provides a wonderful way to share inspiration and also serves as a diary to help document our days. You may notice that in each issue of Bella Grace, we feature a handful of Instagram collections. Today we're sharing favorites featured throughout the years. If you're seeking inspiration, you may enjoy following
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 24 + Win a Free Issue!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-24-win-a-free-issue/) - Bella Grace Issue 24 has arrived! Inside this issue you'll discover summer bucket list ideas, inspiration for unveiling your dreams, advice to embrace your inner March sister, and more Our hope is for our readers to find solace and joy within the pages of this issue - a moment of peace during a tumultuous time.
- [27 Movies for a Cozy Night In](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/27-movies-for-a-cozy-night-in/) - We love winding down at the end of a long week with a pile of cozy blankets and a delightful movie. Today we're sharing 27 Bella-esque movies recommended by our readers. See below for a selection of inspiring films and let us know what your top picks are in the comment section! 27 Movies for
- [My Five Favorite Ways to Welcome Spring](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/welcome-spring/) - As soon as the daffodils in my front yard start to bloom, I know spring is just around the corner. Living in Southern California, we are blessed with wonderful weather practically year round, but springtime is especially perfect. The sun is out, and there’s a slight breeze. Everywhere you look bright flowers are sprinkled around
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 23 + Win a Free Issue!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-23-win-a-free-issue/) - Bella Grace Issue 23 is now available! We can't wait for you to peek inside its inspiring pages, a wonderful respite as we welcome a new season of growth! Inside you'll discover beautifully penned stories and thoughtful sentiments including little victories worth celebrating, unique ways to perform random acts of kindness, spring renewal ideas,
- [12 Inspiring Quotes to Celebrate International Women's Day](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/international-womens-day/) - International Women's Day is this Sunday, March 8th and we're celebrating in a big way! First, we want to hear about the inspiring women in your life. Visit us on Instagram to let us know about the women who make a positive impact on your heart (we also encourage you to share your own special
- [8 Inspiring Stay-At-Home Activities](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/stay-at-home-activities/) - Dear Friends, As we navigate times of uncertainty, we believe it is important to practice activities that bring us joy and keep spirits lifted Below is a list of inspiring stay-at-home activities that may put your heart at ease. We'd love for you to share what you've been keeping up to in the comments below!
- [Bella Grace Issue 1 is Back!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/bella-grace-issue-1-is-back/) - This month we are absolutely thrilled to re-release our previously sold-out first issue! Revisit where all the magic began with Bella Grace Issue 1, a limited special edition perfect for readers new to Bella Grace and collectors alike. Let's welcome the return of our premier issue by taking a peek inside... A Moment with Bella
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 22 + Win a Free Issue!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-issue-22/) - We invite you to celebrate life's beautiful journey and embrace the magic of winter with Bella Grace Issue 22! This gorgeous issue is 160 pages of thoughtful writing prompts, seasonal imagery, heartfelt quotes, and more! Let's take a peek inside... A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 22 Stories Inside Issue 22: Our readers share the
- [Simple, Savor, Slow](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/simple-savor-slow/) - Ever since I first learned about Ali Edwards’s “One Little Word,” I’ve chosen a single word to guide me through the New Year. Rather than make a list of specific resolutions I'll likely never keep, I instead check in with myself and ask if my actions are aligning with my chosen word. As the year
- [Best of 2019: Memorable Moments from Bella Grace's Social Media](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/best-of-2019-social-media/) - 2019 was a filled with cherished memories and inspiration shared amongst our Bella Grace community! At the beginning of the year, we celebrated National Handwriting Day together and during Springtime we excitedly announced The Cozy Issue Volume 2. In July, we shared the first installment of the Bella Poet Society then a few months
- [A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 5](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-5/) - Shine a spotlight on the here and now with Field Guide to Everyday Magic. The turn of the New Year is the perfect time for checking in, making lists, setting goals, and investing in your personal well-being. As you journal your way through Issue 5, discover what brings you the most joy, so you can prioritize
- [7 Magical Intentions to Set at the Beginning of the Year](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/7-magical-intentions/) - “And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.” - R. Dahl There is a palpable enchantment around the holiday season – an alluring and captivating charm that seems to
- [A Bella Valentine's Day Gift Guide](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/valentines-gift-guide/) - “Hers is an old fashioned heart that holds timeless love. She's a three page love letter in a world of relationship status updates.” - JM Storm Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Along with the open invitation to indulge in heart-shaped treats and pick up a bouquet of our favorite flowers at the market,
- [10 Ways to Spend Your Extra Day: Inspiration for Leap Year](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/leap-year/) - Every four years we’re gifted with something special: a bonus day! Though we think you should always make time for yourself, this leap year we encourage you to set aside the entire extra day so you can spend it however you want. Below you'll find some of our favorite ideas! 10 Ways to Spend Your
- [Savoring the Last Days of Summer](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/savoring-the-last-days-of-summer/) - As sweaters and ankle boots begin to appear in stores, and the smell of pumpkin spice fills every coffee shop, it feels as though Southern California hasn’t gotten the memo that fall will soon be here. With temperatures forecasted to reach well into the 90s this weekend, it’s hard not to wish for the crisp
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 21 + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-21/) - Get ready to cozy up and embrace the Autumn season with Bella Grace Issue 21! Inside you'll discover inspiring writing prompts, stunning seasonal imagery, and beautiful stories penned by our heartfelt contributors! See below for a closer look... A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 21 Stories Inside Issue 21: How to be a Magic Maker
- [12 Inspiring Quotes to Slow Down and Savor Life](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/12-inspiring-quotes-to-slow-down-and-savor-life/) - We couldn't be more excited to be celebrating our 5th birthday this month! Bella Grace is has been such a joy to create over the years and your response to its pages truly warms our hearts. One of our favorite parts about creating Bella is selecting the beautiful quotes we feature in each issue.
- [A Moment with Bella Grace New Generation Issue 4](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-new-generation-issue-4/) - We're thrilled to share that Bella Grace New Generation Issue 4 features more prompts and journal pages than ever before! Show the young women in your life that they can accomplish incredible things with the uplifting and inspirational stories inside this special issue. This heartfelt publication is a positive space for sharing, and we’re delighted
- [Add a Dash of Sparkle to Your Day with Our Cootie Catcher Template!](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/cootie-catcher-template/) - Here at Bella Grace, we believe it is never too late to feel like a kid again. No matter how many years pass, it is always possible to revisit simpler times with sweet activities such as writing with sidewalk chalk, playing hopscotch, and making cootie catchers! Today we're sharing a special Bella-themed cootie catcher
- [My 5 Favorite Books to Cozy Up With: Recommendations From Our Editor](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/5-cozy-reads/) - The cozy season is upon us. There is a chill in the air and the days are getting shorter. This is my favorite time of year. It’s the time of year when I pull out my throw blankets, refresh my candle collection, and buy a few new pairs of snuggly soft socks. My favorite way
- [A Moment with The Cozy Issue Volume 2](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-the-cozy-issue-volume-2/) - We couldn't be more thrilled to share the highly anticipated Cozy Issue Volume 2 with you! This special edition is dedicated to celebrating the magic of coziness and comfort. Including heartwarming stories that capture simple & slow living, dreamy quotes, inspiring prompts, and so much more, we can't wait for you to dive in! Inside
- [An Abundance of Cozy: 8 Cozy Gifts to Give This Season](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/cozy-gift-guide/) - The hustle and bustle this time of year calls for evenings curled up in an overstuffed chair with a warm beverage in our hands. Imagine listening to rain or snow falling while you are cozied up in front of the fire, draped in something soft and warm, reading the day away. I love giving
- [Why You Should Create an Inspiration Board](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/inspiration-board/) - Surrounding oneself with inspiration is a simple and special way to add magic to your day. I love displaying an inspiration board in my workspace to spark creativity and remind me of all of the beautiful things that make my heart sing! From magazine clippings, ticket stubs, and polaroids, to handwritten letters, receipts, and beloved
- [It's Home](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/its-home/) - Sometimes my eyes drift to the old, yellowed laminate flooring in the kitchen of our rental house and sigh. The windows in this old house don’t seal quite right, and you can’t use the vacuum cleaner while the air conditioner is running without blowing a fuse. This isn’t the house I grew up dreaming of.
- [10 Ways to Keep That Hygge Feeling During Summer](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/hygge-summer/) - It’s so easy to think that hygge is only something for the fall or winter months, but you can keep that cozy feeling going long after the days lengthen and the temperatures spike. “What’s hygge?” Some of you might be asking. It’s the latest craze sweeping the States, but the people of Denmark have been
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 20 + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-20-win-a-free-issue/) - Bella Grace Issue 20 is filled with inspiration to discover magic in the ordinary through beautifully penned stories and striking photographs that capture life’s beautiful journey. Take a peek inside below! Stories inside Issue 20: Our readers share what simple moments in life are always worth waiting for. Learn the art of creating a box
- [The Bella Poet Society: Volume 1](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-bella-poet-society-volume-1/) - We receive countless poetry submissions for our magazine and are thrilled to create a special home for them here on our blog! Introducing: The Bella Poet Society, where you will discover inspiration in a selection of heartfelt poems. Today we begin with Volume 1, featuring poets, Sara Kay Hartmann, Cassie A. Green, and Sophia Buffalino.
- [A Moment with Field Guide to Everyday Magic Issue 4](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-field-guide-to-everyday-magic-issue-4/) - Inspired by its sister publication Bella Grace, Field Guide to Everyday Magic is filled entirely with the worksheet-style prompts, captivating photographs, and inspirational quotes that Bella Grace Magazine has come to be known for. Women of all ages will enjoy soaking in the eye-catching images and thought-provoking prompts in this special spin-off. Each page
- [23 Ways to Stop Living Life on Autopilot](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/stop-living-on-autpilot/) - Bella Grace's 5th birthday is rapidly approaching (cue fireworks!), and we are taking a trip down memory lane to celebrate. While recalling our favorite articles from past issues, we remembered how much we loved "23 Ways to Stop Living on Autopilot" and thought we'd share it with you here on Grace Notes today. This collection
- [15 Special Ways to Celebrate Your Friendships](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/friendships/) - “I have learned that friendship isn't about who you've known the longest, it's about who came and never left your side.” - Yolanda Hadid Sometimes I think that friendship is the most underrated gift we possess. When you really think about it … is there anything more precious than to be heard? To be wanted?
- [Food for Thought: 10 Inspiring Quotes by Julia Child](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/julia-child-quotes/) - Beloved chef, Julia Child, was and continues to be a beautiful inspiration to millions of people all over the world. As America's first culinary icon, she empowered women through her creativity, wisdom, and spirit, which is still recognized today. In celebration of Julia's birthday this month, we're sharing 10 of our favorite quotes by her.
- [7 Ways to Spring-Clean Your Life](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/7-ways-to-spring-clean-your-life/) - We’ve reached the point of winter where most of us are longing for the warmer days ahead. As March approaches, many people look to welcome the new season with a little spring-cleaning. It’s a great time to freshen up your home. It’s also the perfect time to freshen up your life. Each spring, I
- [A Moment with Bella Grace Issue 19 + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-issue-19/) - Bella Grace Issue 19 is 160 pages devoted to discovering magic in the ordinary. Be captivated by this issue's heartfelt stories and photographs that celebrate life's beautiful journey. Stories inside Issue 19: Random acts of kindness to incorporate into your life Re-thinking our imperfections Trading Audrey Hepburn Embracing the pause Learning to lean into the why's
- [Living with the Betrayal of Spring](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-betrayal-of-spring/) - I used to hate February, after all, my son died in February, and my father died in February. The shortest month of the year and I had to hold my breath just to get through it. But the cold and damp of winter pairs well with grief, the drab grey exterior matching the turmoil of
- [A Moment With Bella Grace New Generation Issue 3](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-new-generation-issue-3/) - Bella Grace New Generation Issue 3 features the same inspirational content you love about Bella Grace, but geared toward young women ages 12 to 19. It’s a positive space for sharing, and we’re delighted to spotlight a number of young writers and photographers within this issue. It’s the perfect discovery for daughters, granddaughters, sisters, nieces, students, aspiring
- [Living Legacy](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/living-legacy/) - I often find that I am stuck in someday. In my mind I build a legacy of memories and experiences that I plan to accomplish in the future. And in doing so, I can’t help but feel that I am somehow shortchanging my now for my when – for a time that I’ve seen all
- [Letting the Journey Unfold](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/letting-the-journey-unfold/) - Each year my husband and I prioritize taking a vacation. Some years are more elaborate than others, but we both know it’s important to take time away from our busy work lives. The first vacation we went on, I surprised him by taking out a lengthy to-do list of all that I wanted to do
- [More of This, Please](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/more-of-this-please/) - Standing barefoot on the wet grass, sipping coffee as the sun slowly rises An at-home manicure that doesn't need to be fixed Cold breezes that make the curtains dance back and forth The first words written in a brand-new journal Pulling out the right number of clothes hangers on the first try A house so
- [Bella Grace Presents: A Look Behind the Cover of The Cozy Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/bella-grace-presents-a-look-behind-the-cover-of-the-cozy-issue/) - Bella Grace Magazine is putting its special touch on “hygge” — the Danish concept of embracing a feeling of coziness, warmth, charm, and simplicity. Within The Cozy Issue, women of all ages will be charmed by stories that capture simple, slow living, and tiny moments of happiness. This year Bella Grace wants you to find your
- [The Power of The Mug](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-power-of-the-mug/) - Every morning I quietly slip downstairs, sometimes with my 4-year-old niece in tow, and open up the large cabinets as my eyes fall directly to the middle shelf. I have seen them all before, but today is a new day with new emotions, and I desire to feel the stir of something new. I yawn
- [The 10 Best Gifts for Introverts](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-10-best-gifts-for-introverts/) - The holiday season can be such a magical time for many of us. The scent of delicious meals and desserts fill our homes. Candles and twinkle lights make the walls appear as though they’re dancing. Laughter and good cheer fills the air. It’s all wonderful, but it can also be overwhelming to many of us.
- [10 Literary Quotes to Uplift This Winter](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/10-literary-quotes-to-uplift-this-winter/) - This time of year celebrates all things cozy. During the wintry months, I’m often found with a good book in hand, watching a thought-provoking movie, or cuddled up with my loved ones. Reading is my lifelong love and treasured hobby. This year, I’ve accomplished the goal of finishing 52 books in under 52 weeks, and
- [Best of 2018: Memorable Moments from Bella Grace's Social Media](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/best-of-2018-memorable-moments-from-bella-graces-social-media/) - What a magical year 2018 was! We were so excited to release Bella Grace New Generation, Field Guide To Everyday Magic, and our special Cozy Issue! Here's a little look back at a few of the beautiful moments we shared on social media last year... Memorable Facebook Moments of 2018 Memorable
- [3 Simple Ways to Celebrate National Handwriting Day](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/3-simple-ways-to-celebrate-national-handwriting-day/) - Happy National Handwriting Day! This day and age when we're so often typing on keyboards and screens, it's important to remember the power and uniqueness we each hold just by using our own handwriting. Putting a pen to paper is a beautiful way to express oneself. As William Wordsworth once advised, "Fill your paper with
- [What Gives You Light?](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/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 with our readers on social media, and now we’re sharing their answers with you! What gives you light? French press coffee at a friend’s place,
- [The Three Podcasts I Can’t Turn Off](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-three-podcasts-i-cant-turn-off/) - Living in Southern California, I’ve had to accept the fact that there will be traffic no matter what time I’m on the road. My 15-mile commute to work takes 50 minutes on a good day. Times that by two, and then by five, and even those with the worst of math skills can see that
- [6 Surefire Ways to Make Your Day Count](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/6-surefire-ways-to-make-your-day-count/) - One thing about our world: There are more ways to receive advice than ever before. A century ago, the main directions you’d get for living might come from your mom, teacher, spiritual leader, and a few well-selected books. Today, we have countless blogs, websites, and yes, even magazines advising us to do all sorts of
- [Just Check In](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/just-check-in/) - It’s amazing what a few well-timed words delivered via text message can do to make you feel loved and supported. I’m not talking about an “I love you” text from a spouse. No, this text came from a friend and just the right time, and it’s changed how I’m approaching my friendships. “I know life’s
- [Introducing Field Guide to Everyday Magic Vol. 2](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/introducing-field-guide-to-everyday-magic-vol-2/) - Field Guide to Everyday Magic Vol. 2 is 144 pages filled entirely with the worksheet-style prompts, captivating photographs, and inspirational quotes that Bella Grace Magazine has come to be known for. We're beyond thrilled to announce the second installment of Field Guide to Everyday Magic. It's so inspiring to hear from readers who have enjoyed responding to the prompts from
- [The Perfect Time for a Refresh](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/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 with my parents and siblings, picking out new outfits and just-right school supplies. It’s been many, many years since I’ve stepped foot inside a classroom,
- [A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 17 + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-17-win-a-free-issue/) - Bella Grace Issue 17 is 160 pages of self-discovery, breathtaking photography, and inspiration. You won’t be able to put it down. This fall Bella Grace wants you to ... Seek out one happy thing each day. Bring self-care to the office. Talk about milestones worth celebrating, both big and small. Take a look at apps that
- [Say Yes: 3 Inspirational Women on Living Passionately](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/say-yes-3-inspirational-women-on-living-passionately/) - Passion is whatever nurtures your unique spark and lets it blaze untamed. What does it mean to live with passion? Maybe for you, it means pursuing the things that are personally meaningful. Maybe it’s blazing trails where there are none, or letting go of fear in favor of following where your dreams
- [A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 15 + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-15-win-a-free-issue/) - Bella Grace Issue 15 is 160 pages of self-discovery, breathtaking photography, and inspiration. You won’t be able to put it down. This spring, Bella Grace wants you to ... Find magic in even the most unexpected parts of life. Discover your own personal kind of happiness. Make room in your life for what
- [Meet Yourself with Kindness](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/meet-yourself-with-kindness/) - I was good at self-care: I got pedicures, took yoga, and made lunch dates. Still, I had a nagging feeling of "not enough." We receive cultural messages of “more,” “better,” “different,” or “improved.” Rarely are we told we’re okay just as we are. This affirmation must come from within. It’s a strange paradox: until
- [A Moment With: Bella Grace New Generation + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-new-generation-win-a-free-issue/) - Meet Bella Grace’s little sister. Bella Grace is thrilled to present its new sister-title: Bella Grace New Generation, featuring the same inspirational content you love about Bella Grace, but geared toward young women ages 12 to 19. At New Generation, we believe: Being unique is a powerful thing We are all beautiful
- [Life Cleanup](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/life-cleanup/) - It's time to look at spring cleaning from a different angle. Put away the gloves and Windex for a minute and take a step back. Are there areas in your own life that need some freshening up? While organizing the shelves packed with boxes in the garage can be therapeutic (and I’m not saying
- [15 Tiny Ways I Add Positivity to My Life](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/15-tiny-ways-to-add-positivity-to-your-life/) - Google “how to be happy,” and you’ll be met with 226,000,000 results as proof of our collective search for bliss. However, even with that much information at hand, there’s never a quick, one-size-fits-all answer. I’ve found that my journey towards greater satisfaction in life is a slower, more organic process of growth and change. Change,
- [Prioritizing Joy](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/prioritizing-joy/) - I recently had one of those moments where my heart filled with complete joy. You know those moments … the ones where you look around, take a deep breath and say to yourself, “More of this, please.” And it was nothing of significance; just a simple fire roaring in our backyard, filling the
- [A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 16 + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-16-win-a-free-issue/) - Bella Grace Issue 16 is 160 pages of self-discovery, breathtaking photography, and inspiration. You won’t be able to put it down. This summer Bella Grace wants you to … Make room in your life for what really matters to you. Take pride in even the tiniest victories. Capture the magical moments. Keep reading for details
- [An Introvert's Guide to the Holidays](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/an-introverts-guide-to-the-holidays/) - There’s no time of year I love more than the days between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. Houses are filled with the warm scents of delicious baked goods. Streets are aglow with twinkle lights. Groups of family and friends come together for dinner and some laughs. It’s a busy time of year for
- [How to Approach Gifts with a Love Language Mindset](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/how-to-approach-gifts-with-a-love-language-mindset/) - “Presents are made for the pleasure of who gives them, not the merits of who receives them.” ― Carlos Ruiz Zafón Every year, December sees my family celebrate two birthdays, Christmas, and Chanukah. With gift-giving in the forefront of my mind this month, I’m stopping to consider how gifts can be expressions
- [Pottery Wheel Wisdom](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/pottery-wheel-wisdom/) - What form this piece is going to take, I don’t yet know. A soothing whir fills the studio as I press the foot pedal and the wheel hums to life. I grab a sponge and squeeze a generous splash of water over my ball of clay. Then, I close my hands over it
- [Favorite Moments of 2017](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/favorite-moments-of-2017/) - Here at Grace Notes, we’re all about slowing down. Pausing to savor singular moments, both remarkable and seemingly ordinary. So before we ring in 2018, let's stop to reflect on the highlights from 2017. Here are your favorite moments from Grace Notes, Instagram, and Facebook. The Top Bella Grace Social Media Moments of
- [The Do’s and Don'ts of Self-Care](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-dos-and-donts-of-self-care/) - This year, pledge to care for yourself in truly meaningful ways. Self-care, though not a new concept, has recently become a buzzword. But what does it really mean? As the new year began, maybe you resolved to practice more self-care. With so much information and so many products competing for your
- [10 Oscar Wilde Quotes to Live By](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/10-oscar-wilde-quotes-to-live-by/) - Life is best lived free from the obligation to be what the world thinks you should be. I’ve always admired poet and playwright Oscar Wilde. He writes with a confidence that’s contagious. His witty, irreverent style reminds me that life is best lived free from the obligation to be what the world thinks
- [The Color Your Heart Needs](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/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? I'd like to think it is making perfect sense. Yes, layering clothing is a chore, and without the final touch of the scarf and mittens turning back feels
- [Little Luxuries to Help Get Through Gray Days](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/little-luxuries-to-help-get-through-gray-days/) - Even the grayest days of winter can be brightened up with life's little luxuries. Winter is a season that so many of us romanticize. In the midst of summer, we long for rainy or snowy days that leave us stuck indoors under a cozy blanket with the fireplace roaring. Of course, after a
- [How to Write a Love Letter to Yourself](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/how-to-write-a-love-letter-to-yourself/) - What if you decide to love yourself … first … best … irrevocably? So often we treat ourselves as expendable – a habit the world taught us to master. Untruths haunt us like shadows that stretch across our reflections, dimming our view of what’s real. In cyclical whispers we hear them: You’ll
- [10 Cozy Quotes to Get You Excited for Fall](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/10-cozy-quotes-for-fall/) - The sudden chill in the morning air tells me that fall has arrived. It’s time to move my coziest clothes to the front of the closet and light a few of my most delicious-smelling candles. Soon, dinner will be simmering on the stove all day while countless cups of tea will be sipped.
- [Stories in Skin](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/stories-in-skin/) - We’re riding down the highway. I’m in the passenger seat and the Buick feels comfortable and still a little like a boat, so they say. I understand that. Perhaps I can add that we’re floating down the highway, ever so steadily. You get a moment in time. You get a glimpse of just
- [The Wonders of Reading](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-wonders-of-reading/) - “I do believe something very magical can happen when you read a good book.” — J.K. Rowling It’s true. Reading opens the doors to a new world, a world that we may never experience in real life. It introduces exciting adventures and offers ideas through different perspectives. Reading exposes new words to us,
- [Four Ways to Beat Writer’s Block](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/four-ways-beat-writers-block/) - As an editor of several magazines, I have a lot of different writing assignments. Some have a specific topic, other times I can write whatever I feel like, but no matter what the subject matter, I have to turn something in. I’m sure many people imagine that editors can just sit down at their computers
- [Wordless](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/wordless/) - “Read to me at the end, if there’s time. And if I fail to understand, read to me anyway.” — Robin Behn There are very few experiences I’ve had in my life that have left me wordless. In fact, I would guess that I could count on one hand the number of
- [Be the Voice of a New Generation](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/be-a-part-of-bella-grace-new-generation/) - We’re pleased to announce the launch of Bella Grace: New Generation! This new magazine, hitting newsstands in the spring of 2018, will feature everything you know and love about Bella Grace, but made especially for girls ages 12 to 19. Want to share feedback as we develop this exciting new title? We're also looking for
- [A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 14 + Win a Free Issue](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-14-win-a-free-issue/) - Winter is a season that beckons us to slow down. As snow settles, the landscape becomes quieter, giving us more chances for solitude. It provides the perfect opportunity to create comfort in our homes as the chill sets in. So, reread your favorite childhood story. Light a candle while you enjoy a pot
- [A Magical Mystery Tour](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-magical-mystery-tour/) - Do you believe in magic? For as long as I can remember, my answer has been a resounding, “Yes!” From the first time my older sister made a penny magically disappear before my 5-year-old eyes, I have been a believer in all things unbelievable. My need to experience life as mysterious and magical, full
- [My Not-So-Normal Bedtime Routine](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/my-not-so-normal-bedtime-routine/) - All the experts say you shouldn’t do it, but each night I find myself tucked into bed with my cell phone in hand. While my husband and our pets fall into a deep slumber, I stay up just a little longer, swiping and clicking, hoping to unwind just a bit more. They say
- [Field Guide to Everyday Magic Blog Hop](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/field-guide-to-everyday-magic-blog-hop/) - “I urge you to please notice when you are happy, and exclaim or murmur or think at some point, ‘If this isn’t nice, I don’t know what is.’” — Kurt Vonnegut Jr. | Field Guide to Everyday Magic We are so thrilled to host a Blog Hop to celebrate the launch of our
- [Boxes Because ...](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/boxes-because/) - I love boxes. I always have. Because nothing says potential like an unfilled space, waiting in a silent plea for me to fill it. From antique steamer trunks and vintage hat boxes, to a tiny opal inlaid bit of silver barely large enough to hold a secret. Boxes carry latent possibility – a
- [Embracing Who We Are, Where We Are](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/embracing-who-we-are-where-we-are/) - When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Here at Bella Grace, we believe there is beauty in imperfection. We hope you’ll join us in celebrating what makes you you – just as you are. Today, we’ve collected three snippets from Bella Grace articles that focus on the importance
- [When It’s All Too Much (And It Frequently Is)](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/when-its-all-too-much-and-it-frequently-is/) - Wouldn’t it be nice if, on those days where everything seems to be going wrong, we could just crawl back into bed and hide from the rest of the world? Unfortunately, most of us can’t do that. After enduring a morning full of spilled coffee, traffic, and demand after demand, you just simply
- [Introducing Bella Grace Issue 13](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/introducing-bella-grace-issue-13-free-magazine-giveaway/) - When I think of autumn, I think of change. Not the bad type of change; the wonderful, magical and comforting kind you look forward to. Leaves start to turn from green to shades of red, orange, and brown. The summer heat slowly fades as stores start filling their shelves with holiday decorations. Coffee
- [The Best Medicine](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-best-medicine/) - “A day without laughter is a day wasted” — Charlie Chaplin I love all the different types of laughter. From innocent giggles to belly laughs, silent chuckles to joyful roars, there’s just something magically contagious about them all. We’ve all been there. Your abs burn, making you feel like you just did
- [What's Playing?](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/whats-playing/) - There’s something magical about being in your car, alone, windows down and your favorite song blaring. Your hair blows in the wind and for just a moment, you don’t have a care in the world … Excited to share our newest publication, Field Guide to Everyday Magic, with the world, we posted one
- [5 Ways to Embrace Summer](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/5-ways-to-embrace-summer/) - Summer’s almost here … can you feel it? The days are longer, the air is warmer, and sun’s brighter. Soon, the sound of splashing in the pool will fill our days and the smell of campfires will fill our nights. I have many reasons I love summer so much: I love warmer weather;
- [The Body I Got from My Mama](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-body-i-got-from-my-mama/) - My mother says that when God was passing out hips and thighs, He gave her someone else’s. Her sturdy lower half of her body just doesn’t quite fit her petite waist and slender shoulders. And I have inherited my mother’s body. The truth is that’s actually a pretty good thing. It means I
- [A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 12](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-issue-12-free-issue-giveaway/) - Summer can mean many different things. To some, it means a time of traveling, adventure and a full schedule of fun and exploration. To others, it means relaxation – a time to recuperate and take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whatever summer means to you, take time to
- [A Ticket to Courage](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-ticket-to-courage/) - Ticket booked, suitcase packed, passport in hand, there’s no turning back now. It’s time for you to embark on your first trip … alone. Thoughts rush through your head as you sit on the plane with no one but strangers surrounding you. What if I get lost? What if no one understands me?
- [Leaving Things Unfinished](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/leaving-things-unfinished/) - How many times have we been told the importance of finishing what we start? Harsh words about “quitters” have been ingrained in our heads since we were just little kids. And so we plug along, completing things simply because we’ve been told it’s the right thing to do, while dreaming of the things
- [Love Letter to a Single Friend](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/love-letter-to-a-single-friend/) - Dear Lovely: I’ve wanted to share something with you for some time now. I’ve been waiting for the right time … but I don’t know if that exists. So I’ll just speak to you now, as you’ve always done – with truth. I know you’ve been waiting for your chance at love.
- [No Debate](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/no-debate/) - It doesn't matter, if you're as strong as a rock, confident and with a clear outlook on the world, you always need someone that can turn on the light for you in the dark. When I became a mother, I was told I got a girl, who will often show me the way.
- [Spring Storm](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/spring-storm/) - It is early spring, and it’s raining ferociously. Beyond the raindrops dotting my window the crown of a cotton wood slaps in the wind. I feel crampy but I am happy to have a warm spot to curl up with this pain and a glowing light to read by. My toes are toasty
- [Happiness Among the Shelves](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/happiness-among-the-shelves/) - The first time I stepped foot in the Downey City Library, I couldn’t believe my eyes. Shelf after shelf was filled with books just waiting to be picked up and devoured, and all you had to do was show the woman working at the counter a piece of plastic? I felt as though
- [The Choir of Chaotic Voices](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/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 power. What happens when the choir sings off key? We are startled by it. We are uncomfortable with it. We look forward to when it
- [These Human Moments](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/these-human-moments/) - I have noticed that humans have beautiful moments, and humans alone are very beautiful things. They don’t know that they are being beautiful, because most people associate beauty with photoshop and fashion lines and neat little makeup kits sold at the pharmacy. But in actuality, humans are beautiful, just in the way that
- [Capturing Tiny Moments of Happiness](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/capturing-tiny-moments-of-happiness/) - The week is nearly over though I’m convinced it just started. It’s funny how much quicker time seems to go by as we get older. Our days are so packed to the brim with appointments and deadlines and all that other boring adult stuff that we don’t have the time to stop and
- [When Words Are Unnecessary](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/when-words-are-unnecessary/) - As a writer, there are times when I feel that words are either unnecessary or out of place. It might seem strange that a writer might ever think such a thought, much less pen it! Many are under the impression, that writers always have a plethora of words at their disposal. Those who
- [Thank You for Teaching Me](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/thank-you-for-teaching-me/) - What do you say to the woman who taught you all you know? To the woman who taught you unconditional love, particularly during every argument you had with her when you still saw nothing but love in her eyes. To the woman who taught you compassion, picking you up when you felt broken,
- [56 Ways We Instantly Lift Our Moods](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/56-ways-we-instantly-lift-our-moods/) - Always acknowledge when you’re feeling depleted. When you feel that unwanted dark cloud of melancholy and irritation come over you, it feels nearly impossible to escape the storm of negative emotions that are taking over. The good news is, there is always an escape. Sometimes all we need is a little pick-me-up.
- [My Monday Night Ritual](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/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 day of the week is Thursday, but that’s a story for another day. Most Mondays I wake up exhausted after a fitful night’s sleep.
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- [The Other List](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/the-other-list/) - “Beware the barrenness of a busy life.” — Socrates Preparing for a trip recently, I found myself overwhelmed with an especially long to-do list. As I plowed through each task, diligently checking off the completed items, it suddenly occurred to me that many activities I consider essential — the kind
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- [A Moment With: Bella Grace Issue 9](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-moment-with-bella-grace-issue-9/) - Words: Heather Taylor Issue 9 cover: Meagan Abell “Winter is an etching, spring a watercolor, summer is an oil painting, autumn is a mosaic of them all.” — Stanley Horowitz As we enter the Autumn season, slow down, pause, and savor the magic found in the pages of Bella Grace. Order your copy
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- [A Different Point of View](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-different-point-of-view/) - Words: Diana Foster Photo credit: Diana Foster Early in my artistic journey, macro photography beckoned. The sharp focus of a water droplet on a flower petal is dramatic and beautiful. There’s something fascinating about the ordinary, something that draws you in to the very simplicity of the subject. Close-up images are compelling, even
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- [25 Autumn Inspired Self-Care Possibilities](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/25-autumn-inspired-self-care-possibilities/) - Words: Tina Zarlenga Photo credit: Johanna Love Autumn has always been one of my favorite seasons. With the crisp scents and bright colors who wouldn’t fall in love? But the changing season delivers more than just those cooler temps, scarlet hues and shorter days. It inspires a bounty of my favorite traditions in self
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- [An Ode to Tea](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/an-ode-to-tea/) - Words: Ella Wilson Photo credit: Ella Wilson Tea, you and I go way back. I first heard about you when I was about three or four years old. I was outside under a lacy green maple tree sipping pink lemonade out of pastel rose tea cups enjoying tiny sandwiches, cucumbers and strawberries. Mom
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- [11 Lessons Yoga Taught Me About Creativity](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/11-lessons-yoga-taught-me-about-creativity/) - Words: Kayla Dean Photo credit: Lumina Images, Bella Grace Issue 1 Digital Issue As I balance my left foot and move into tree pose, I anchor myself as if a life-giving root sprung suddenly between me and the ground. I look up and see myself in the mirror, confronting the person I see:
- [7 Tips For Creating Home No Matter Where You Go](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/7-tips-for-creating-home-no-matter-where-you-go/) - Words: Christie Leigh Babirad Photo credit: Amanda Large, Bella Grace Issue 3 When I was little, I built forts with my brother, whether it was in the living room with chairs put together and blankets for a roof, or in the backseat of the car on long trips, setting up the blanket as our
- [A League of Her Own](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/a-league-of-her-own/) - Words: Becky Hartung Photo credit: Deb Taylor, Bella Grace Issue 1 Digital Edition The word “trailblazer” is often associated with the names of important people that have made big changes for the world in the fields of science or technology, and yes, they are absolutely incredible. However, people who change the game don’t always
- [Meet Our #BellaGraceGuest Instagram Hosts](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/meet-our-bellagraceguest-instagram-hosts/) - Words: Heather Taylor Photo credit: Bella Grace Instagram If you follow Bella Grace on Instagram, you may have noticed some stunning photos popping up from time to time from new and innovative photographers. Some are still-life images of flowers, teacups, and delicious sweets. Others are sweeping landscapes of vast fields, crashing ocean waves, and
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- [We Conclude the Grace Notes Blog Hop: Life's Ordinary Magic](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/we-conclude-the-grace-notes-blog-hop-lifes-ordinary-magic/) - Words: Heather Taylor Photo credit: Diana Foster, Bella Grace Issue 3 “I believe in magic. Subtle, everyday magic. Each morning before I give myself a chance to to doubt otherwise, I smile knowing that this day is laced with wonders, and it's my plan to focus on finding them.” – “Mining Magic” by
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- [Stay Found: How to Make Your “Me” Time Magical](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/stay-found-how-to-make-your-me-time-magical/) - Words: Elle Harris Photo credit: Erica Schneider, Bella Grace Issue 1 Digital Edition I am never alone. On the rare, and somewhat monumental, occasions that I am, I almost don’t know what to do with myself. Preprogrammed like a channel of reruns, I tend to replay the elements of my typical day, not
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- [17 Perfectly Imperfect Things Everyone Secretly Loves](https://bellagracemagazine.com/blog/17-perfectly-imperfect-things-everyone-secretly-loves/) - Words: Heather Taylor Photo credit: Michela Ravasio, Bella Grace Issue 4 Confession: sometimes I secretly wish I lived a “Pinterest worthy life.” In the carefully curated Pinterest world, everything is color-coordinated and the lighting is always flattering. The houses are cavernous and every kitchen has a farmhouse sink with a pile of fresh-cut flowers
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- [— Linda Kell Gilbert, Facebook fan](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/linda-kell-gilbert-facebook-fan/) - Thank you, Bella Grace! Issue 9 was my first introduction to Bella Grace magazine... and I loved it!! Not only a beautifully made magazine, but filled to the brim with wonderful articles, pictures and thought-filled gems! My first, of your magazine, but certainly... not my last!!
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- [– Alexis Larimer](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/alexis-larimer/) - I am 22 years old and I just wanted to say a brief, but HUGE thank you for putting out the magazine Bella Grace. This magazine has spoken to me so many times when I needed it the most. You have inspired me beyond words and let me know that there are in fact others
- [– Hannah Shaw, Facebook fan](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/hannah-shaw-facebook-fan/) - I just discovered your magazine today. I purchased my first copy and I am in love. I am savoring each picture and the beautiful words that are in the pages of your magazine. Your magazine is so me right now.
- [– Vanessa Winn, Facebook fan](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/vanessa-winn-facebook-fan/) - I Love this magazine and have every issue so far. They look incredibly beautiful on my book shelves. I've taken to do the writing bits on really pretty stationery and just sticking them into the magazines that way when my daughter is older she can see my answers but the magazine is still free for
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- [― Marissa Miller](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/―-marissa-miller/) - I absolutely love Bella Grace! It honestly helped through one of the darkest places in my life. I discovered it randomly at Books-a-Million one day, and it immediately caught my attention with the cardstock-esque paper and the beautiful photography. But, I discovered even more beautiful prose, poetry, and women who weren't afraid of sharing their
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- [— Lindsey Fisher](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/lindsey-fisher-2/) - I absolutely adore Bella Grace. It is without a doubt my absolute favorite magazine that I have ever come across in my 20 years on this earth. Thought I would send in this poem I wrote a while back that I never thought to do anything with. It reflects the simple but beautiful moments that
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- [– Jennifer Kinal](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/jennifer-kinal/) - While on vacation I stumbled upon what may be the greatest magazine ever. I actually walked past it 3 times and picked it up each time … I will admit the price tag scared me slightly because who pays $20 for a magazine? Well after the third time I considered it fate and decided to
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- [— Martha](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/martha/) - I just LOVED Volume 1. An absolutely beautiful, inspirational, calming, relaxing book. It is a real keeper. Whenever I have the opportunity, I just love to soak in the tub and read. Reading Bella Grace just added to the experience—especially if it was during a stressful or otherwise trying time for me. It calmed me
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- [— Gina Santangelo](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/gina-santangelo/) - I am a book shop dweller by nature and frequent my local Barnes and Noble regularly. Imagine my surprise when my eyes flickered over to something new…Bella Grace! Everything from the Editor’s letter to the soul stirring pictures and articles makes me giddy as a child. Of course, I devoured this slice of heaven the
- [— Debra K, Blog subscriber](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/debra-k-blog-subscriber/) - Bella Grace is a beautiful book...more than a magazine. I loved every page. “The Simple Charm of a Clothesline”…..truly touched my heart. How did you know Jennifer – that you were writing about me? Each time I open “Bella Grace” and read it again – it means even more. Smiles.
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- [— Lindsey Fisher](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/lindsey-fisher/) - Hello Stampington! I absolutely adore Bella Grace. It is without a doubt my absolute favorite magazine that I have ever come across in my 20 years on this earth. Thought I would send in this poem I wrote a while back that I never thought to do anything with. It reflects the simple but beautiful
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- [— Peace Ginger, Facebook fan](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/peace-ginger-facebook-fan/) - Just received my copy of Bella Grace in the mail. I have only read the letter from the editor and I am already in love. This is the magazine I have been waiting for my whole life. This is the magazine that speaks to my soul.
- [— Marisa Moore, Instagram follower](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/marisa-moore-instagram-follower/) - I thank you so much for your beautiful publication. I came across it today and it brought tears to my eyes because it reminded me of how I was when I was living more authentically. How I've missed that version of me! The Universe always gives reminders when I need it most, and I'm grateful
- [— Deb Taylor, Instagram follower](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/deb-taylor-instagram-follower/) - I have no words to describe how I feel about your magazine. Ok, well yes I do ... It's really a book. With a good feel, the pages are meaty with a yummie tooth. Gorgeous photos. Gentle flow. I adore your invitation to carry it to the beach and write on the dog eared pages.
- [— Irma Peredne, Facebook fan](https://bellagracemagazine.com/what-people-are-saying/irma-peredne-facebook-fan/) - I couldn't put it down until it was read cover to cover. I loved the feel of the pages ... This publication is much like a beautiful coffee table book with gorgeous photographs and inspiring text. Loved it!
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