Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.

One blog post at a time.

● Featured Article
  • (I was looking through my archives and came across this post. I needed this little reminder and thought instead of keeping this buried I would repost it, who knows you may need it as well.) Have you ever taken on a challenge because you saw someone else do it—only to…

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  • Memories

    ” I thank God every time I think of you” Philippians 4:3 As I read that I thought no truer verse for me especially as…

  • Vegetarian Bow Tie Lasagna

    This recipe came to me when I was watching Sister Wives. Yes, I watch it, I started years ago when they first came out and…

  • Garlic Eggplant with Wild Rice

    With my love of eggplant, lunch came around and I thought I would make a quick and easy meal with it. Plus, I had some…

  • Friend

    I have heard the “Easter” story more times than I can count, and it still moves me but on this past Sunday as the scripture…

● About Me

Hi, I’m Gwyn.

I’m a yoga teacher, cancer survivor, and someone who has learned that healing is rarely a straight path. Through the years, I’ve faced, unexpected health challenges and now an autoimmune disease and seasons that tested my faith in ways I never imagined. Yet through it all, God has faithfully met me with strength, hope, and grace.

I created this blog in 2016 to encourage anyone who feels like healing isn’t possible. Today, it has grown into a place where I share honest conversations about living well with chronic illness, embracing midlife, practicing gentle movement, nourishing our bodies, and finding joy even when life doesn’t go according to plan.

You’ll find encouragement, healthy recipes worth making, simple wellness tips, yoga, reflections on faith, and stories from my own journey. My hope is that when you leave this space, you feel a little less alone and a little more hopeful.

Whether you’re navigating health challenges, searching for balance, or simply looking for encouragement in this season of life, I’m so glad you’re here.

Welcome. I hope you’ll stay awhile.