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Hi, I’m Elizabeth — welcome to my cozy corner of the internet.

I write about travel, cozy living, product reviews, favorite finds, and the little joys that make life sweet.

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Cozy stories, honest moments, heartfelt travel, and the beauty in everyday life.

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  • Easy Irish-Inspired Comfort Recipes for Winter Nights

    Warm up your winter with cozy, Irish-inspired comfort foods. From buttery colcannon and easy homemade sausage rolls to a rich Slow Cooker Guinness Beef Stew, these hearty dishes bring a touch of Ireland to your kitchen. Simple, rustic, and full of flavor — perfect for cold nights and busy days.

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  • "Minimalist Christmas-themed graphic with a warm terracotta background. The center displays the title ‘My Favorite Christmas Traditions (Now That I’m a Mom)’ in elegant white serif text. Simple white line-art illustrations surround the text, including a stocking, hot cocoa mug, wrapped gift, Christmas tree, and small stars.

    Cozy Holiday Traditions I’m Bringing Into Motherhood

    Cozy blankets, twinkling lights, and slow Christmas mornings—this year, I’m leaning into simple, meaningful holiday traditions as a mom. From stockings “delivered” by Santa to Butter Braids, Christmas Eve church, family photos with our pup, and intentional gift-giving, these are the sweet, heartwarming rituals that make the season feel like home. Perfect inspiration for families,…

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  • Bring a Little Irish Magic Into Your Year: My New Gaeilge & English 2026 Planner

    Bring a touch of Ireland into your everyday routine with my new 2026 bilingual Irish & English planner and matching journal. Inspired by my own Irish heritage and a meaningful family trip to Ireland, this cozy set blends culture, intentional planning, and the magic of Gaeilge into one beautiful keepsake. Perfect for travelers, heritage lovers,…

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Latest Posts

  • From Rape Culture to Consent Culture: What We Can Learn from Sweden’s FATTA Movement

    From Rape Culture to Consent Culture: What We Can Learn from Sweden’s FATTA Movement

    FATTA, a Swedish movement born from outrage and hope, redefined what consent means in Sweden — and it’s time we do the same in the U.S. Learn how a grassroots group inspired change, challenged old laws, and what we can do to bring a “party of consent” to America.

  • The Stories That Built Me

    The Stories That Built Me

    During the holidays, my parents shared family stories that reminded me how deeply resilience runs in our blood. From my great-grandmother’s quiet defiance to my great-great-grandfather’s strength in the face of prejudice, these stories aren’t just history — they’re the foundation of who I am. Remembering where we come from isn’t dwelling on the past;…

  • The Magic That Stays With You ✨Page 394

    The Magic That Stays With You ✨Page 394

    Harry Potter has always been my go-to comfort story — from dressing up as Hermione in elementary school to finding new meaning in Severus Snape’s complexity as an adult. Alan Rickman’s portrayal still reminds me that magic, like humanity, comes in many shades. Always. ⚡

  • After All Tomorrow Is Another Day – Losing a Grandparent

    After All Tomorrow Is Another Day – Losing a Grandparent

    Reconnecting with an old friend led to a heartfelt conversation about loss, faith, and what it means to witness the moment when a soul leaves the body. A personal reflection on grief, peace, and believing in something beyond what we can see.