Welcome to Garden Notes
For years, I chased the idea of “having it all together—” the perfect routine, the dream career, the endless momentum. I thought the answer was working harder, moving faster, and ticking off boxes on the “dream life” checklist.
Then burnout stopped me in my tracks and taught me otherwise.
Garden Notes is my quiet corner for figuring out how to come home to myself—and live the life I always wanted, even in the messy in-between.
Here, I share slow mornings, travel stories, honest reflections, and gentle reminders that life doesn’t have to be loud to be meaningful. It’s for ambitious introverts, cozy rebels, and anyone craving something softer, truer, and real.
If you’ve ever thought, “Wait, I feel that too,” I hope this space feels like home.
Pull up a chair. The kettle’s on.
What if the in-between wasn’t something to rush through — but the beginning of a softer, truer way of living?
Anchored in the Everyday: Notes from Rockport
I used to think my dream life would begin when I “made it.” But sitting here in Rockport with coffee in hand, seagulls overhead and salt air filling my lungs, I realized: this is it. The dream life isn’t pinned to a board—it’s rooted in presence, contentment, and creativity.
Garden Notes: The August Harvest
August has been a practice in slowing down — shaping my days around rituals, cozy recipes, and small joys. This month’s Harvest gathers the grounding habits, tiny luxuries, and moments of presence that carried me through late summer. Think of it as a little care package from my garden to yours.
A Slow Travel Guide to Montreal: What to See, Sip, and Savor
A cozy, slow travel guide to Montreal—from markets and mountaintops to courtyard cafés and scenic city walks. Thoughtful tips, local gems, and reflections from the in-between.
How To Choose The Best Workaway Host
Working on the road is a great way to meet people, learn more about a culture and yourself. I recommend everyone to look into a cultural exchange program, but you must ask yourself some serious questions before saying yes!
What Does Home Mean When You Travel
Traveling and moving about can be exhausting. Unsure of where or what to call home. I've learned that home isn’t a particular location. Home is people.