I’m Caitlin, a 20-something living on the East Coast of the United States. After a decade chasing college degrees and career ladders, I began blogging as a creative outlet to reconnect with myself and Belong With Wildflowers was born! Belong With Wildflowers aims to inspire anyone in search of a simpler life: a free-spirited, gratitude-filled life that connects with nature, animals, and the beauty around us. On my blog, I share stories + photography about green living, simple living, gardening, nature, and gratitude.
What drew you to start blogging and what's your favourite part about it?
I was drawn to blogging for the creativity. After spending ten years in college and pursuing a career, I felt like I lost touch with being artistic and thinking outside of the box. I love that blogging allows me to be myself and find other like-minded people through writing, photography, and sharing.
Is there a certain topic you love to share?
I love sharing about simple living, and living a life connected to nature. There's so much beauty and contentment right outside that I love encouraging others to embrace the moment and notice the beauty that surrounds them.
What are your favourite blogs?
Confession: I read so many blogs from so many genres, it's hard to narrow it down to favorites! Some of my current favorite blogs are Today's Letters and 6,000 Miles to Home because they both capture daily moments with gratitude, and share the simple living vibe.
What inspires you day to day?
Nature completely inspires me. There are so many changes in nature, yet everything works harmoniously. I think we all can learn a lot about life by simply looking out our windows.
Explain your style in three words.
Bohemian, relaxed, comfortable.
I've grown a hand full of flowers and herbs throughout my adult life, but this was my first year with a full-fledged organic garden. I adore gardening because it offers a place of work, faith, and peace all at once. A garden takes a lot of work, patience, and faith in Mother Nature, but also offers you moments of peace that are quite unlike any other.
Tell us a little bit about your favourite place in your hometown.
My favorite place in my hometown is actually the town pharmacy! I grew up in a small town where everyone knows everyone, and a simple trip to the pharmacy results in unexpected greetings and catch-up sessions. I love that a simple stroll through an aisle can bring old, friendly faces back into your day. There's something beautiful about places that don't change much over the years, and offer a 'welcome back' anytime you go.
What's a good tip for new gardeners?
Don't get discouraged! There are endless methods and approaches to gardening; until you find your "niche", it can feel a bit discouraging and confusing. But every year is an opportunity for learning something new and personal growth.
I bond with people through music - what are your favourite artists and your guilty pleasures?
My favorite artists lately are First Aid Kit and Edward Sharpe + the Magnetic Zeros. For a guilty pleasure? Neil Diamond - all the way.
Most importantly, what's your favourite ice cream flavour?
Mint chocolate chip - any day, any time!
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Thanks so much for this fun post, Amber!
ReplyDeleteOh you are most welcome, Caitlin!
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