Sharing my journey to a slow, intentional life.

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  • Inside the Mind of An Introvert

    I recall sitting alone on my Airbnb terrace in Marseille this past June (my view above). I had a coffee in my hand and I was thinking of you. I can love my friends and family and still enjoy being alone. I have always been concerned that my desire to…

  • Free of your own demons, constraints, and guilt Reading the words in my subtitle takes me aback. The idea that we walk around with the weight of so much negativity on our backs is truly daunting. There is only one way to tackle these challenges and that is to face…

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  • Vila Real de Santo António

    A gem on the southernmost border of Portugal and Spain Please keep in mind, my travelogues are more about sharing highlights than telling you what…

  • When Did We Become So Sensitive?

    Or Am I Just Jaded? I was raised in a home where you said what you had to say; you got it off your chest…

  • Frustration Around the Things I Cannot Control

    I’ve always despised angry old men; therefore, becoming one of them is not an option. I’ll start with something positive and then launch into my…

  • It’s Still Not Okay to Be Gay

    Gay Pride Month Thoughts I’m sitting with friends having a light brunch and some bozo at the table says, “I’m not sure why Paul has…

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I’m Jane, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m a minimalist and simple living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to living with less and finding joy in the simple things.

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