I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Krista, and I’m an artist, author, photographer and grower of deliciousness on my Australian farm. I’m also a volunteer for Ukraine and a grateful survivor-thriver who believes in the power of stories, nature, and creativity to heal the darkest experiences of our lives.

My favourite moments are those spent with kindred spirits, sharing our hearts and experiences, learning and growing together, and making the painful parts of our humanity easier to bear.

I hope that this place will be a comfy one for you, a place of support and understanding, where we can inspire and encourage each other as we all wobble along in this difficult yet wonderful life.

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A Tuscan-Style BBQ at an Italian Villa

A Tuscan-Style BBQ at an Italian Villa

My first night in Montepulciano, Italy I found myself sitting at the train station in the glow of the setting sun, watching the local gang of old men assemble at cafes and under trees for their evening ritual of chit-chat with their mates. My family arrived just as...

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Morning Light on a Tuscan Farm

Morning Light on a Tuscan Farm

My first morning in Tuscany I woke before everyone else and wandered out barefoot onto dew-covered grass. The air was fresh and cool, filled with the sounds of neighboring pigs squealing excitedly for their breakfast. The first rays of sunlight streamed through olive...

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Doors of Montepulciano and Tuscan Style-Peas

Doors of Montepulciano and Tuscan Style-Peas

I love old doors. Absolutely love them. 🙂 One of my favorite things in Italy is the abundance of beautiful old doors set in crumbling stone walls weathered by centuries of sun and wind. The town of Montepulciano is no exception. While there for my brother's wedding...

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