Cloud 9 Archive

Exploring the art of intentional living through personal essays, photos, and thoughtful reflections. If you're craving authentic connection and deeper meaning, join me for honest storytelling where every photograph holds a piece of our shared human experience, and every reflection invites you to slow down and see the beauty hiding in ordinary days.

Two women standing on a dock with blue skies behind them

A Beautiful Life: Remembering My Mom

A heartfelt tribute to my mom, Mary: dairy farmer, photographer, and the woman who taught me about love and intentional living. Sharing our journey through dementia, hospice care, and grief.

Aug 117 min read

Cucumber vine growing around a pepper plant

Friday Five: August 8, 2025

busy creative projects, garden struggles, slow cooker wins, Minnesota summer adventures, and farm life updates. Real life reflections on intentional living.

Aug 83 min read

A woman in a white shirt sits a desk writing in a journal.

The Art of Starting: Journaling Prompts for Self-Discovery

Stuck staring at a blank journal page? Try these powerful self-discovery prompts that turn ordinary moments into profound insights. Start your journaling practice today.

Aug 64 min read

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A Beautiful Life: Remembering My Mom

Friday Five: August 8, 2025

The Art of Starting: Journaling Prompts for Self-Discovery

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