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Meet Dani!

Hi! I'm Dani! I'm a mom of three energetic kids ages 4, 2, and 9 months. My husband is going to school for his PhD in Business Management. While I love being a homemaker, that's not my only identity! I have a lot of passions, I love learning, and there's a lot to get excited about in this world!


 I started this blog after years people only knowing to ask me about my kids. Don't get me wrong- I absolutely love talking about them. Being a mother is the most important thing I'm doing right now!

 I try to live life very intentionally. I've tried a lot of things and have been constantly experimenting to figure out what works for our family. I've also been through a lot of trial and error, and wanted a space to share some of my thoughts and feelings, in the hopes that my experiences can help other people. 

Most of all, I want to build better connections with the people around me. Getting my thoughts on paper helps me to find the ME to connect with other people! Look for future articles on topics like minimalism, running, music, mental health, whole food plant based meals, family connectedness, and much more! 

You'll notice strong Christian themes as you start exploring my site! I'm a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jesus Christ is my foundation, my hope, and my strength. While there are lots of Christian references, I hope my articles can be useful for everyone! Faith is very important to me, and I find it impossible to write and be myself without including it. 

Thanks for taking a look at my blog, and I hope you enjoy it! Also, if you're reading this, let's talk! Likely you are my friend or family- so please no matter how long it's been- reach out! 

P.S. I'm not trying to earn money from this blog, I just sincerely want to share thoughts with other people and be more connected with my community. :)

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