Peace, Love, and Cupcakes

06/10/2026

look up.

06/08/2026

Pizza and cookies (first batch ever baked in the rv, not too shabby 😏) for our last dinner here in our Bluegrass Bungalow. Trying not to feel sad but failing - and that’s okay. As Marley tells me, “It’s okay to be sad Mom.” 🫶🏼

06/06/2026

Okay - how cool is this?

I found my first ever 4 leaf clover the other day, right by the fairy garden without even looking. I just glanced at this little bare patch and there was a four leaf clover right in the center of it. I have spent hours and hours searching over the course of my life, to no avail, and finally found one when I wasn’t even looking. Of course…

And then tonight, Marley’s outside wandering, waiting for the lightning bugs to make their appearance and he yells to me, “MOM A FOUR LEAF CLOVER!” I figured he was just being silly until he bent down, picked something, ran over to me delighted - and handed me a FIVE LEAF CLOVER.

I had to look it up - ✨

One of the most well-known spiritual meanings associated with the 5 leaf clover is its connection to luck and good fortune. In many cultures, finding a 5 leaf clover is believed to bring an abundance of positive energy and opportunities. The additional leaf is seen as a symbol of added luck, making it a cherished talisman for those seeking a fortunate turn of events.

Beyond its association with luck, the 5 leaf clover is also believed to possess protective qualities. Throughout history, people have used the clover as a powerful charm to ward off evil spirits and negative energies. It is seen as a shield against misfortune, offering a sense of security and protection to those who possess it.

The spiritual significance of the 5 leaf clover extends beyond its symbolic meanings. It is often seen as a representation of our connection to nature and the divine. Just as the clover is deeply rooted in the earth, we too are interconnected with the natural world. The 5 leaf clover reminds us of this connection and serves as a gentle reminder to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the world around us.

Pretty special thing for a pretty special kid to discover six days (or better yet five and a wakeup) before he turns 5. I might turn it into a piece of jewelry or something for him. Maybe a dream catcher. I’m not sure! Have any of you ever found one?! ✨🍀🧚

06/04/2026

the scenic route

06/04/2026

It has been a week of quiet reflection for me. Some grief, some gratitude, some big big love, and some other things I’m still finding the words for. All of it though, a catalyst for growth. 🫶🏼

We have five days left until we have to leave this little sanctuary, the day we parked the RV here we deemed it our “Bluegrass Bungalow” and just like our house up on the hill, it has been a source of such peace, inspiration, and magic - and has deepened our connection to both the natural world, and the other realms that exist within it. Honestly it has felt like an ultra condensed version of that entire chapter and that in itself has been a gift. Appalachia has such a profound effect on the human spirit, I believe thats because it is a spirit itself, an ancient one. When I’m here, I can feel the heartbeat of it, and mine seems to begin beating in unison. I don’t take for granted a single moment spent here, and I’ve been doing my best to soak them all up.

✨🌄🧚🌲🧿💖☮️🌸🌌✨

“On soft Spring nights I'll stand in the yard under the stars - Something good will come out of all things yet - And it will be golden and eternal just like that - There's no need to say another word…” - Jack Kerouac

05/30/2026

05/30/2026

Checking in, I couldn’t seem to sleep last night, ended up tossing and turning until the sun came up. But this is what greeted me when it did. ✨🌈🌞

It was almost like the universe itself saying, today’s a new day. Yesterday sucked but it’s in the past now - so let your mind rest. And I did, and fell asleep until just a little bit ago. The first thing I did was check on Felicia. The babies are in the NICU, not Mom or Dad have been able to see them yet. They were 4lbs and 4lbs13oz - and their temperatures were dropping quickly so they’re working to get those up. Please keep them all in your hearts, prayers, and send all the healthy, happy baby vibes their way. 🤞🏼

I’m going to go up to the office shortly and see if they’re going to let us finish out our stay or not. And then I’m going to get to going down the list and sending back money to as many of you as possible. I still can’t quite find the words for how grateful we are for the ways our people showed up for us yesterday. It is easy to judge from the outside but the fact is, we came here on a mission to take care of my mess, we didn’t even know Chris had a small one of his own. But we were here doing the right thing and handling mine. And the fact that someone(s)first instinct upon finding out where we were was to call the cops knowing full well that our children would not only be subjected to seeing their parents arrested which is traumatizing in itself, but also be left alone - is just something I can’t even wrap my head around in the slightest. Our security camera picked it all up and there’s one where right at the end Marley lets out a cry unlike anything I have ever heard. It felt like a knife through my heart. Meanwhile - a grown adult sat somewhere smirking and proud of themselves. Meanwhile a 15 year old girl jumped into action and reached out to the community who has watched her grow up and most of them did and some of them said really beautiful things to her. And she shouldn’t have had to be so strong, brave, fierce, and resilient but damn it if we aren’t so grateful and proud that she was. When will some of these people wake up and see that the worst pain my children have experienced has been at the hands of them? When will they realize they’ve gone too far? I’m not holding my breath.

There is a light in this community that shines so brightly because of how many good hearts are in the same place. Days like yesterday, I’m reminded that no amount of darkness will ever be enough to eclipse that.

We love you all. ✌🏻🩷🧁

05/30/2026

To so many of you who will read this -

YOUR kindness saved MY life.

THANK YOU. 🫶🏼

This note was left on my car as I was leaving Ollie’s in DeWitt, yesterday morning. Please, keep being kind to one another. So many people are going through challenging times right now, and a simple smile or an act of kindness might make all the difference in their world. Having lived through the struggles of homelessness and knowing exactly how it feels to be treated poorly, I want to encourage everyone to keep a clean heart. No matter what you go against, and I know we face constant struggles, but we will rise above them together, guard your heart and keep pouring love into the world. ❤️

05/30/2026

If you watched my live tonight, you heard me talk about our “neighbors” here at the campground, Felicia and Robert. They have become dear friends of ours in the short time we’ve been here and today when we were in trouble, Felicia dropped everything to be with our kids and she didn’t leave their side until we got home.

Felicia is going to Louisville first thing in the morning to have a c-section, and her and Robert will welcome twin baby girls earthside. 💕♊️💕

It would be a beautiful thing if they could come home to some of the items they need for the babies waiting for them. So I’m going to post the link in the comments for anyone who may feel inclined to help.

And while on the topic of help, thank you all again for what you did for us today. There aren’t words to explain what it means to us all. And I’ll be reaching out individually tomorrow to thank you and to send some of what’s left back, but for now I’m going to take a shower and go to sleep. I love you all. May every blessing you’ve laid upon us or anyone else, may every kind word you’ve said, may all the grace and compassion you’ve given - return to you ten fold. So it is. ✨🫶🏼