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Author · Jessica Howe

Writer behind Finding Joy in the Ordinary. I keep a running field notebook on ordinary life, small experiments in noticing and cultivating small joys, one log entry at a time.

Gratitude Notes

What I Learned from Writing Gratitude Notes at Dusk

Last month, I found myself contemplating a simple question: What if I wrote gratitude notes during the quiet moments of dusk? I’ve…

Gratitude Notes

Tracking Small Joys: A Daily Gratitude Experiment

For the last month, I decided to test a simple idea: what if I took a moment each day to intentionally note…

Gratitude Notes

How I Noticed the Little Wins in My Week

I found myself wondering recently: what if I actively sought out the little wins in my week? Instead of focusing on the…

Home Corners

Creating a Mindful Space on My Nightstand

I often find myself scrolling through my phone or reaching for a stack of unread books as I wind down for the…

Home Corners

How a Simple Mug Changed My Coffee Ritual

I’ve been thinking about my morning coffee ritual lately. The same routine unfolds each day: I wake up, shuffle to the kitchen,…

Home Corners

The Comfort of My Little Corner in the Living Room

For the past few months, I’ve been noticing the little corner in my living room where I usually settle down with a…

Home Corners

Finding Light on My Windowsill: A Week of Plant Experimentation

For the past few months, I’ve been considering the corner of my kitchen where my plants sit. Morning light streams in through…

Home Corners

How I Turned a Shelving Unit into a Joyful Display

For years, I had a simple, sturdy shelving unit in my living room that was functional but uninspiring. It was the sort…

Home Corners

Testing My Reading Nook: Does a Cozy Chair Make a Difference?

For a while now, I’ve been pondering the space where I do most of my reading. I often settle into the couch…