Family of 5 and our homestead life in a 500 square-foot cottage on the island of Maui
Tucked into a corner nook of my office, there's a big, cozy chair. It's just structured enough to feel safe and firm, while also lending the right amount of comfortable give. I really like this chair. It helps me feel secure, and grounded, especially when the world doesn't feel so safe. Huddled in its arms… Continue reading The Weight of Hard
To All the Mothers in my Life, Thank you. Thank you for showing up for me, and loving me so well all these years. Thank you for teaching me how to be a mother myself, how to place my family as a priority, how to cook and how to do laundry, and how to be… Continue reading To All The Mothers In My Life
I cannot believe that my first baby turns six years old tomorrow. My beautiful and strong Ruby Mahealani, a precious gem forged through fire. Six years ago today, I was admitted to the hospital for an induction since baby was nearly two weeks past her due date. I still remember shakily getting dressed that morning.… Continue reading My Eldest Turns 6 Tomorrow + Other Thoughts on Grief, Change and Growing Older
Under the vibrant mango tree, the kids climb our craggy rock wall. It is here that they tell stories they've dreamed up about pirates and princesses, dragons and flying, stormy seas and what heaven will look like. Below the shade of the wild ferns and giant monstera, they play hide and seek while the other… Continue reading Under the Mango Tree
"Don't look back - you're not going that way." I read that quote months ago, likely paired with a cutesy background + colorful font. A meme that's stuck with me - words I find myself coming back to, particularly when my mind starts to wonder off into comparison-land. I'm 3 months deep into my 6-month… Continue reading Today’s Forecast: Rain
Little Maui Family 