with love, c.p

  • The Emotional Side of Decluttering

    I used to think decluttering was just… getting organized. You know like light a candle, put on a playlist, toss some things in a donation bag, and suddenly feel like a brand new person. But somewhere between the “keep” pile… Continue reading

    The Emotional Side of Decluttering
  • Loving Your Neighbor in Practical Ways

    We hear it all the time: “Love your neighbor.” It sounds beautiful. Simple. Straightforward. But in everyday life… it can feel a little abstract. Like what does that actually look like between school drop-offs, work schedules, grocery runs, and trying… Continue reading

    Loving Your Neighbor in Practical Ways
  • Chapel of the Holy Cross + The Best Sunset Overlook in Sedona

    Finding Peace in the Red Rocks: My Visit to the Chapel of the Holy Cross, Sedona I didn’t go to Sedona looking for a spiritual awakening. Honestly, I just needed a break from the noise, from the questions swirling in… Continue reading

    Chapel of the Holy Cross + The Best Sunset Overlook in Sedona
  • Divine Llama Winery | East Bend, NC

    Divine Llama Vineyards in East Bend, North Carolina, offers a delightful blend of scenic beauty, award-winning wines, and unique experiences like llama trekking and farm visits. Here’s a glimpse into what you can expect during your visit: 🍷 Wine Tasting Experience… Continue reading

    Divine Llama Winery | East Bend, NC
  • Calling C.P

    During the past couple of years I have found myself to be pulled more toward the Christian faith. I want to be clear in the fact that I never felt pulled away from Christianity but lately I have been having… Continue reading

    Calling C.P
  • Horseshoe Bend + Antelope Canyons | Page, AZ

    Horseshoe Bend: A Curve in the River, a Bend in Time There are places on Earth that stop you in your tracks — not just because of their beauty, but because of what they stir inside you. Horseshoe Bend is one of… Continue reading

    Horseshoe Bend + Antelope Canyons | Page, AZ
  • Wilmington, NC | East Coast Loving

    Free Things to do in Wilmington Wilmington, North Carolina, offers a wide range of free and fun activities perfect for visitors and locals alike. One of the highlights is the scenic Wilmington Riverwalk, a 1.75-mile boardwalk along the Cape Fear… Continue reading

    Wilmington, NC | East Coast Loving
  • Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing

    Self-publishing and traditional publishing each offer distinct advantages and challenges, and the right choice depends largely on an author’s goals, resources, and preferences. Self-publishing provides authors with complete creative control over their work, including decisions about content, cover design, pricing,… Continue reading

    Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing
  • Rewriting My Future

    My daughter and I are a family. We are stable and loving and just enough the way we are. We don’t need anyone else to make us complete. Don’t get me wrong I still value marriage and if someone down… Continue reading

    Rewriting My Future
  • Misunderstood.

    Sometimes the people you want to be part of your story are only meant to be a chapter. I love when book characters are human. As a lover of fantasy novels and series, I don’t particularly mean human, human. Though,… Continue reading

    Misunderstood.