One day at a time, one foot in front of another. The theme lately and constant reminder to myself to keep moving forward, looking for the little glimpses of beauty in the chaos of everyday.

Today started off so perfectly. Woke up 30 minutes later than my normal 6:15. The boys slept late from an evening with friends yesterday. My morning reading was especially encouraging and my heart feels so full from just finishing one of my favorite books Bringing It to the Table by Wendell Berry. I let the chicks out and made sure everyone was fed and watered still in my house robe and the grass wet from last nights storm. When I came in and sat down with my coffee and reads the thunder and lightening began again. I don’t know a more perfect combination.

The boys are awake now and just finishing up their favorite pancakes and bacon. I made an extra cup of coffee and am looking forward to a day of just being home. Lately my thoughts have been on the idea of home and what it means for me to be a good steward of this place and time. The phrase though misused has been floating in my head “keeper of home”.  Thinking through my purpose here and now and staying focused on the seasons of life.

Today I feel content. Full of the blessings (even the boys fighting in the background) and all that has become part of my day to day.

Happy Mothers Day weekend to all who in one way or another share in the joys of motherhood.

 

p.s. Use the code “mothers” for 20% off in my shop through midnight May 11. getting ready to launch some new things Monday!

Blessed day.

-my first batch of cold brew this season
-tie dying play silks instead of eggs + handmade superhero Easter bunnies
(we used this dye kit and white silk scarves. Any natural fiber fabric would work just fine)
-treated to dinner and an egg hunt with dear friends
-new chickens (French copper marans) and reunited with my sweet pup Denver (miniature blue heeler)
-unfailing grace that chose me.

(what are you grateful for this week?)

It’s starting to feel like we’re finding our rhythm again. Still very much a transitional stage but it seems we’re all peaceful and settling in. With that usually comes occupying this space more. Sharing what I do here is just an outlet for my creativity and nothing more at this time. I don’t make money from blogging and what I share is only a very small fraction of the entirety of our lives. My hope is that, this will always be taken into consideration when coming here. Also, I don’t choose to engage socially over social media and do my best to limit time spent online but I’m grateful for the handful of you who come here and encourage me with your kindness.

Wishing the best this new season has to offer for us all.

Bekah

“Its principle was thrift. Its needs were kept within the limits of its resources.”

Wendell Berry (Bringing It to the Table)

Part one of our recent trip to Haiti. I don’t have words to describe how wonderful this trip was. More coming on the work we did during the two weeks there. Just a few shots of some of my favorite memories.

Peace
Bekah

From Bolinas to Tomales Bay and Kinfolk workshop to General Store.

This year has wrecked me in every way. By far the hardest and equally most incredible year of my life. I feel as if I’ve been turned upside down, emptied and filled back up. I’m stronger and more content than I ever could have imagined. Although circumstance consistently seem bleak I know faith more intimately with each passing day.

My life is the most tragically beautiful story of grace I’ve ever seen written. Words can’t express the gratitude in my heart.

All the blessings to you this holiday can offer my friends!

xx
-b

 

After on overwhelmingly busy month I’ve finally got my shop updated with a handful of new pieces.

Happy Monday friends!

This lovely sweater sent to me by the talented makers over at Hackwith Design House. Creating only a handful of each unique design, these pieces are made with care. Happy to have found them and be able to stand behind their work.

Already have my eye on a few upcoming releases you can see on their blog.

xx

 

*pictures taken by Whitney Neal

stay close to natures heart… and break clear away, once in awhile, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. wash your spirit clean.

-John Muir

*from last weekends breakaway to the red river gorge. much need.

every purchase tells someone, somewhere, “keep doing what you’re doing”.  –via

Indigo Basics x Taylor Stitch
shot by Justin Chung