About Me

Hi, I’m Melissa. I’m not sure if all of this will make a difference, but it feels good to try. This space is where I explore small efforts, creativity, and life outside the pressures of perfection and consumerism.

I’ve spent a lot of time feeling stuck—chasing things I thought would make life easier, only to realize that more stuff doesn’t fill the void. Now, I’m trying to slow down, make intentional choices, and reconnect with what matters—nature, creativity, and small acts of stewardship.

I don’t have all the answers, and I’m not here to tell anyone how to live. I’m just figuring things out as I go. This blog documents those little efforts—planting native flowers, reusing what I have, or creating something meaningful with minimal energy.

Nature plays a huge role in keeping me grounded, even in places it feels hard to connect—dry hills, rivers, or small suburban gardens. Something is soothing about how nature moves in cycles, letting things grow, fall apart, and grow again. In those small moments, I find hope.

This is also a space for vulnerability and imperfection. I’m learning that rest is productive, that it’s okay to take things slow, and that meaningful change doesn’t have to look prominent. Even tiny efforts—planting a garden, creating art, or simply pausing—can matter.

If you’ve ever felt burnt out, overwhelmed, or disconnected, I hope this space comforts you. I’ll share my thoughts, creative projects, and experiences in nature as honestly as I can. We’ll explore what it means to live intentionally, care for the land and people around us, and embrace the messy beauty of everyday life.

Thanks for being here. I’m glad you’re along for the journey—whatever shape it takes.