Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.
One blog post at a time.
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(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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Crabgrass
Named after the crab from the ocean because it has many stems. It holds up well to foot traffic, can grow in cracks of concrete…
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One Pot Lasagna
I was hungry for lasagna but didn’t want the work or to make my air conditioning work harder by turning on the oven, plus I…
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The Dark
This year to celebrate Earth Day my oldest grandson and I went to the store for garden supplies. Now, it’s not the first time he…
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Black Bean, Quinoa and Eggplant Tacos
I know, another taco recipe that has black beans in it, but I love to grill my marinated eggplant for these tacos, and this is…
● 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.