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  • Do you trust your instincts? Yes Only that I’ve learnt to sit with them and pay keen attention because at times it’s not usually instincts, but more like overthinking a situation and intrusive thoughts creeping… Read more

  • A soft morning in Gimarakwa village

    Today in the morning, I do the curtains, and there’s this shadow cast on my bed. It’s coming through the window because my bed is right there by the window. So in my head I’m… Read more

  • What’s your favorite month of the year? Why? I smiled so big at this. October please, and more of October. I Just loooove love October. I think it’s mostly inherited from Anne of Green Gables… Read more

  • What’s the first impression you want to give people? Not in a cocky way, but honestly I don’t think about this since I worked on staying calm on the inside (I’ve tried so hard not… Read more

  • What is good about having a pet? I could write a whole book about this. But all I can say is, pets bring so much warmth and life. My puppy helped me through the trenches… Read more

  • Behind the scenes but never behind

    I wanted to have a rant….a whole crush out but sitting on it has made it sound less intense than it felt a little over two hours ago. Then I picked up my pen and… Read more

  • Chapter 10 of 12

    Every time I get on TikTok and find that a babe viewed my profile, my mind immediately goes, “Eeeh ulikua unanisengenya sindio?”  because what else am I supposed to think? Haaaah! Anyway, the meme that… Read more

  • What have you been working on? My self concept My self esteem My nervous system And finally rewiring my mindset God forbid a girl’s been busy. Read more

  • The pride I stand for

    I genuinely don’t want this to sound like a report. I just want it to sound like me….. simple, soulful, and direct. And so begins my rant… I appreciate culture. African culture, and all the… Read more

  • For the love of Raila

    Rest in Power, Tinga. Rest in Power, Jowi. Okay, my WhatsApp status alone can’t accommodate my big, beautiful emotions so let me vent here. As a young Val, there are three things my dad made… Read more

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I’m Amy, a minimalist and simple living enthusiast who has dedicated her life to living with less and finding joy in the simple things. Through this blog, I aim to share my expertise, insights, and experiences. Join me on this journey as we explore the world of slow, purposeful living together!

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