I’m excited to share some fresh additions to my Etsy shops that I hope will inspire joy and fun in your life! This month, I’ve created designs featuring the trendy lace patterns, a special bucket list for April, and a colorful April 2026 calendar page—all crafted to guide you towards a more joyful and fulfilling…
Author: Kathiey V
Inspirational Quote by Alice Feeney: Finding Your Way Back to Happy
I recently finished reading Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney, and one quote particularly struck a chord with me: “If you can’t find your way back to happy, navigate to the place you know as less sad.” For anyone who has endured trauma that pulls them away from happiness, these words resonate deeply. It’s like being…
Wine Tasting:The Halo: Exploring Australia’s Unique Late-Season Viognier
I’m pretty new to wine tasting, but I really enjoy trying new wines and figuring out what makes each one special. When I taste, I start by looking at the color and clarity, then check out the “legs” on the glass—those little drips that can give you a hint about how sweet the wine might…
Feeling Stressed? Discover the Power of a Self-Care Sound Bath
I’m back today with a fresh stress relief technique that was completely new to me, but sounded like fun—so I decided to give it a try. It’s called a Self Care Sound Bath. I already enjoy listening to music and often find myself dancing along, but I have a feeling this is something quite different…
Tell Your Story Through Journaling-Share a Time You Helped Someone In Need
Tell Your Story Through Journal Prompts Share a Time You Helped Someone In Need Over the years, I like to think I’ve been able to help someone along the way. When I think about helping others, my mind goes back to my days as an RN working in hospitals and clinics, where I met many…
Stress Relief and Self Care-Baking and Stress Relief
Let’s continue on with our series on stress relief and self-care. Today let’s take a look at Baking and Stress Relief… You might wonder, how can baking actually help reduce stress? According to Teeo Creations, baking serves as both a comforting activity and a distraction from the stressors in our lives. By focusing on the…
Monthly Motivation: God’s Light Cuts Through Our Darkness
Sometimes, life’s darkest moments make it hard to even imagine a way out. I wrote this poem during one of those times—a reminder that even when darkness feels all-encompassing, the light of God’s love can still shine through. God’s Light Cuts Through Our Darkness “Light can be seen even in the…
Discovering Neo Deco: Creating and Selling My Latest Design
Today is Etsy shop day, and I’m putting the spotlight on my shop, Art In Design. It’s where I create and share a mix of fun digital downloads—some inspired by the latest trends and others showcasing fun prints and some of my photography. It’s always exciting to play with colors, shapes, and themes to bring…
Tasting Argentina’s New Age Rosé — Kathiey’s Review
Being relatively new to the world of wine, I realize there’s so much to learn about the art of wine tasting. I’ve visited a few wine shops and wineries for tastings, but I hadn’t really been taught the proper steps involved. So, I took matters into my own hands and Googled “how to taste wine.”…
Welcome to the World of Online Dating-The Blurry Photo: A Common Red Flag in Online Dating
You know, after a long marriage, a lot of us never imagined we’d be diving into the world of online dating. But here we are, figuring it out and trying to find some new connections. It’s definitely a different ballgame, but sometimes, it’s just part of starting over. I’ve been doing some research and exploring…