Just Because Something’s Hard

When things feel hard, sometimes it’s a clue that something is wrong and that I need to change course. But, sometimes, when things feel hard, it just means that something is…hard. And new things are hard. For everyone.

A Human Being Is A Creative Being

We all come from a long line of people who prioritized creativity even before they prioritized reliable and abundant food. Art and creativity nourish us in their own way. It is within all of us to be creative. It is wrapped up in our DNA.

There Is Magic In Saying The Right Words

An ode to that feeling when you feel down and lost. But then someone you love says something that changes everything.

Top 9

I started @words.by.emily late in 2018, but this project has still managed to top my list of what I’m grateful for about this past year. It has truly been a blessing to have the space to focus on creating and to receive encouragement from all of you (to the tune of 8.5k likes, at that!).Continue reading “Top 9”