Articles by Megan Rathz

Intentional holidays

This is the time of the year that the holidays are officially here, and we are in the midst of the busy days that are a marriage of tradition and…


The best season ever

Apples, mums, gourds, mulled wine, and pumpkins, oh my! I absolutely love this time of year. The crisp days of Fall are here. I love everything about the season. I…


My ‘No’ Era

Unless you’ve been living under a rock these last couple of years, you’ve probably heard or seen the expression stating what “Eras” people are currently living. If there’s one person…


Simple pleasure

I love to read. It is simple pleasure that brings me profound joy. I spend my days teaching first graders how to read and once I’m at home, I love…


Homebody

I am a homebody. In fact, if I make plans with you, I really like you because I absolutely love being home. I love not having plans on the weekends….


Wellness bank

Everyone has a wellness bank. It’s the internal gauge you have that regulates your emotions and contributes to your overall mental health and happiness. There are people and things in…


Marriages, gardens & children

“Remember that marriages, children and gardens reflect the kind of care they get.” – H. Jackson Brown, Jr. My life is surrounded by people and things that require a great…


Not lost

I’ve always been drawn to the line from J.R.R. Tolkien, who said, “Not all who wander are lost.” I love the idea of a routine-free summer and complete recharge. Somewhere…


Front porch sittin’

Nothing gives me peace quite like sitting on my front porch. It’s an escape, but also a window to the happenings in my neighborhood. It’s a chance to just sit…