The Creative Process: From One Idea to Many
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The Creative Process: From One Idea to Many

Publishing Wigby’s Big Year wasn’t the end of my journey — it was just the spark. Outlining the second book led me to unexpected new ideas: a publishing guide, a brand-new set of characters, and lessons about how creativity grows from the smallest sparks.

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Puppy Starter Pack: Bringing Home Otis & Our First Nights
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Puppy Starter Pack: Bringing Home Otis & Our First Nights

When I first met Otis at the facility in central California, he curled up in my arms and didn’t move. In that quiet moment, I knew he was mine. A few weeks later, when I brought him home, I thought I had everything ready—crate, puppy pads, the works. But that first night taught me the truth about puppy parenting: no matter how many books you read, your dog will teach you what really matters. Here’s what I learned from our first week together, plus the starter pack of essentials I swear by for new puppy parents.

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Otis’ Guide to Cozy Evenings 🎂✨
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Otis’ Guide to Cozy Evenings 🎂✨

Celebrate Otis’ 10th birthday with his guide to cozy evenings—blankets, treats, and slow moments that remind us to pause and savor life with our dogs.

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Brain Tabs: Because Sometimes Your Brain Needs a Filing Cabinet
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Brain Tabs: Because Sometimes Your Brain Needs a Filing Cabinet

Ever feel like your brain has 37 tabs open and at least five of them are frozen? That’s exactly why I created Brain Tabs — a printable tool that flexes with you instead of guilting you with blank pages. It’s not a planner, it’s not a journal — it’s your brain’s filing cabinet, ready whenever you need it. No dates. No rules. Just pages you can print, scribble on, and actually use. Read on to see how Brain Tabs can help you organize a messy mind without the side order of shame.

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My 4 Cozy Rituals for Calm & Comfort
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My 4 Cozy Rituals for Calm & Comfort

Life’s simplest comforts can be the most powerful rituals — a warm mug in your hands, a soft blanket, a good book, and a moment to just be. In this post, I’m sharing my four favorite cozy rituals, the mindfulness behind them, and a few of my go-to products that make them extra special.

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