Tag Archives: Authentic living

Navigating Into The New Year

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Marcia Ren

  It’s mid~day, mid~week, and close to being mid~month as I sit down and write today’s post. Since our last visit together I’ve built a snowman and seen it melt,  Experienced raindrops come and go pouring down rain  hung the new 2017 calendar🎉 halfway through January already!  and the Christmas decorations have all been tucked away  The rainy weather has provided a perfect backdrop for staying inside and getting organized again. When the sunshine is out, I have to be outside. credited to my SoCal roots (most likely) riding a bike, walking the beach, gardening or running around discovering new wonders on this beautiful coast  … Read the full blog post →

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Spring has Sprung

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Marcia Ren

I’ll never forget those early years of teaching. Especially those early years. Particularly this time of year. Spring. As a young elementary school teacher I  was often excited to teach young children about Spring. We planted beans in a little cup, watered them, and put them in a warm window to wait. Five minutes later children were leaning on the windowsill disappointed that nothing was happening. The same young teacher would try and explain the vague concept of Time. Many years have passed since then. Again, still a vague concept of Time. I have spent a lot of my life in … Read the full blog post →

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A Fall Home Tour…Cozy comforts

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Marcia Ren

Hello, Welcome to Marcia’s Cottage by the Sea. ♡ I’m so happy to see you today my friend. ♡ Shall we have a little tea. ♡ Hey, Happy Autumn!  I thought it would be fun to share a glimpse of our sweet, unassuming cottage. Kind of show you how it is coming along. I feel like I have been re-discovering myself again in the process. Although small in size, it’s been a bigger challenge living out my committment to a more simple, and authentic life style. As you view the photos keep in mind that other than the first photo all … Read the full blog post →

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