I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Krista, and I’m an artist, author, photographer and volunteer in Ukraine. I’m also 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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Friends, Folks and Savory Red Lentil Dal

Friends, Folks and Savory Red Lentil Dal

Eating at my Mum's table is always a wonderful experience. Guests are greeted with warm hugs and beaming smiles and ushered into her beautifully decorated living room where they're regaled with jokes from my Dad as Mums bustles about getting everything ready. Last...

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Exploring the Back Streets of Cozumel

Exploring the Back Streets of Cozumel

Brrr!! It's been cold, rainy and oh-so-blustery today. I'm huddled under three quilts with a heating pad in my lap to keep me nice and toasty as the storm rages. On such a night it pleases me no end to go back through my photo albums, looking at pictures of warm,...

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Autumn Walk and Oven-Roasted Tomatoes

Autumn Walk and Oven-Roasted Tomatoes

Good morning, dear ones! How was your weekend? Are you feeling rested and ready for a new week? My weekend was just what I needed. It started with a delicious sleep-in Saturday morning, followed by cranberry orange scones and coffee with Mums, and a long walk in the...

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