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  • New Directions

    All Hobby, No Hustle

    When you start a blog, one of the things you learn pretty quickly is that many people assume blogging leads to some form of income. (Why else would you do it, they wonder?) In…

  • Managing the Big Rocks

    You’ve probably heard about this common time management exercise. Someone gives you a jar and a few big rocks, along with a bunch of pebbles and a quantity of sand. Your job is to…

  • New Directions

    My Word of the Year for 2019

    When I chose hygge as my word of the year for 2018, I basically told myself that I had to spend some time each day devoting myself to coziness. I’m proud to say that I followed…

  • Great Gifts for the Homebody

    I’ve written (several times) about the fact that I’m a hardcore introvert. Truth be told, there is nothing I love more than a quiet night at home. This is a part of myself that…

  • Great Gifts for Book Lovers

    This post contains affiliate links. I may receive a small commission if you click through and make a purchase, but the price you pay for these products will not be affected. I love books.…

  • Let Good Enough Be Good Enough

    This is the time of year when it seems like we’re all striving for perfection–the perfect Thanksgiving turkey, the perfect Christmas card photo, the perfect balance of food and fun at a holiday gathering.…

  • The Introvert’s Guide to Holiday Survival

    The holiday season tends to be heavy on social engagements. You might have a party at work; your partner might have one as well; there might be social events with friends, events at your…