11/11/2021
I wrote (and photographed!) a brand new book called A Lovely Life! š„° Come see the cover, link to preorder and more details on the blog today! >> https://theinspiredroom.net/.../introducing-my-new-book.../
It has occurred to me that every time I write a book, itās during a difficult season or following one. I suppose that makes sense, life isnāt always as perfect as we might wish it was. Some days feel lovely, and others not-so-much.
As I was finishing this book in 2020 I was tempted quite a few times to change the title to A Not-So-Lovely Life. Ha! But for that very reason, I knew A Lovely Life was a book I needed to write not only for myself but one I hoped would inspire others, too.
I have always longed to create and experience beauty in life and at home. Yet Iāve found when my perspective is off I will always fall short of my own expectations for what I think that life should look like.
I have a passion for creating a home, not to be a showplace, but to be a sanctuary in every season. Creating that type of atmosphere at home involves cultivating a deep appreciation for the most ordinary of days.
Rather than always striving for more than I have or can handle, I feel the most peace when I am simply present in the here and now, savoring the routines of the day and finding beauty in the rhythms of the seasons.
If you ever feel like you donāt have or do āenoughā I wrote this book to remind, inspire and encourage myself as well as my fellow homebodies that a lovely life isnāt an unattainable one! Every day can be a better one.
PS. Do you recognize the space that was chosen for the cover photograph? See the cover here! >> https://theinspiredroom.net/.../introducing-my-new-book.../ To me, and hopefully to those of you who have been following along for awhile, too, that little spot on the side of our home represents so much more than just a charming scene for a book cover. It was a special and meaningful place.
Iām sharing more about my upcoming new book on the blog and in stories today, too! It would mean the world to me if you would pre-order it now, you wonāt be charged until it ships this spring and youāll qualify for all of the upcoming pre-bonuses! Thank you so much, friends šš»
Preorder here or at your favorite retailer! >> https://amzn.to/3BZDjSK