Building a Cozy Life, One Season at a Time

Notes on simple living, seasonal planning, and a cozy life

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  • When Saving Gets Harder

    The hardest part of saving isn’t always building the habit. Sometimes the habit is working perfectly, but life changes. Rising costs can mean revisiting the number, not because you’ve failed, but because the season you’re in has changed.

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  • Building Anticipation Into Ordinary Weeks

    Building Anticipation Into Ordinary Weeks

    Most weeks are ordinary. But adding one small thing to look forward to can change how the whole week feels. A favorite meal. A book…

  • Late Summer Is Its Own Season

    Late Summer Is Its Own Season

    Late summer is more than the end of summer. Discover why August deserves to be appreciated as its own season, with its own pace, beauty,…

  • The Life You Are Already Living

    The Life You Are Already Living

    Many of us spend years building toward the life we want. But what if parts of that life are already available today? This essay explores…

  • Preparing for a Change in Rhythm

    Preparing for a Change in Rhythm

    Late summer offers a natural pause before the busy rhythm of fall begins. Discover a thoughtful way to reflect on your routines, priorities, and the…

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I’m Kate. I write here about living more simply and building a cozy life.