There’s room in the van!

I grew up on mountain road trips in a unicorn-decorated van, tagging along as my parents visited artists and practiced mindfulness at Unitarian retreats. Those roots grew into this space, where I share small bites of everyday magic through art, nature, sustainability, and family life.

Stacy Jo 9/30/25 Stacy Jo 9/30/25

Stapleton’s “Cold” and Cloudy Day

A quote describing Chris Stapleton’s “Cold” performed at the CMA Awards:

“This guy sings like he's been heart broken by 1000 women. You can actually feel the pain in his voice. Amazing”. @timyoung1847

Stacy Jo 9/22/25 Stacy Jo 9/22/25

I Changed my Mind, George.

My Sweet Lord is my pick for a blog theme song on the FAQ page, though there are plenty of others that could fit, especially more by George Harrison.

Stacy Jo 9/16/25 Stacy Jo 9/16/25

Classical-ish Mix of Songs

I’ve compiled a list of the Top 10 Classical Music pieces that I love. This playlist is a “Classical-ish” mix of past and present composers. Some music may be familiar, and hopefully, you will discover something new.

Stacy Jo 9/9/25 Stacy Jo 9/9/25

Nine Inch Nails Live!

Greg and I are heading to the Nine Inch Nails (NIN) concert—I know it’s going to be a great night! I want to say thanks to my husband for buying the tickets. I’ve mentioned that we love going to concerts and live performances, and this one promises to be unforgettable.

Stacy Jo 8/22/25 Stacy Jo 8/22/25

#MusicMonday “You Say” by Lauren Daigle

When researching Lauren, a talented Christian singer and songwriter from Louisiana, I discovered her music's diverse and universal appeal. Her soulful voice and authentic lyrics resonate with many people.

Stacy Jo 8/4/25 Stacy Jo 8/4/25

“As” by Stevie Wonder on #MusicMonday

Stevie is a genius. I needed a feel-good song to boost my energy. This is the one!

Stacy Jo 7/24/19 Stacy Jo 7/24/19

Peace, Love, and The Culture of Us

This video featuring Yo-Yo Ma beautifully communicates messages of peace, love, and beauty in diversity that resonate within modern hippie culture.

Stacy Jo 5/16/19 Stacy Jo 5/16/19

Who Snuck Into My House and Saw My Soul Dancing?

Who snuck into my home and caught me dancing? This little girl expresses the joy, passion, and love for dance that’s still inside me, even though I might be a few years older on the outside.