23/07/2025
🌸 Gratitude post #1 🌸
Late to the peony party? Maybe. But grateful? Absolutely.
This week I’m planting peonies way behind schedule—and planting a new habit too: a weekly gratitude post. Not because everything is going perfectly (spoiler: it’s not), but because I’m learning that pausing to notice the good matters—especially when life feels heavy.
Lately, I’ve been feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to do it all. Be a mum, be a wife, be a daughter, sister, run a business, be creative, grow flawless flowers, keep the beds weed-free, stick to the “perfect” planting plan… and honestly? I keep falling short of those expectations. Because they’re unrealistic. And exhausting.
So instead of chasing perfect, I’m choosing to celebrate progress. Choosing to see the beauty in what is, not just what should be. This week I’m grateful for the soft soil, the rain that showed up, and the quiet moment of getting these peonies (finally) into the ground so I can have armfuls of my favourite flowers in a few years time.
Here’s to messy timelines, growing roots, and showing up anyway. 🌱💗
