THE JOURNAL

EXPLORE AND GET INSPIRED

All things thoughtful living in our natural home — daily musings, design inspiration, family updates and more. Explore and get inspired with The Journal.

Travel Emma Peugh Travel Emma Peugh

A Weekend at Crockett’s Run

“We cooked over the grill, hiked at Old Man’s Cave, and sat in the hot tub to unwind. We played games, watched Everett explore, and had such a lovely long weekend in the hills. It felt like such a needed getaway to focus on our family and our well-being. To truly relax!”

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Wellness Emma Peugh Wellness Emma Peugh

SISTAIN Sustainable Laundry Guide

“This article was written for SISTAIN, where I highlighted my sustainable laundry routine. I gave suggestions on super clean, baby safe, and highly effective laundry products, and I even made a reel about it.”

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Wellness Emma Peugh Wellness Emma Peugh

Food as Medicine

An interview with Katherine Wohl, functional nutrition and women’s health expert — “I practice a food as medicine, personalized nutrition approach to women’s health – using food to help improve symptoms, address health concerns and conditions, and optimize wellness. Food is the foundation of our health, but it’s also very layered and complex for women.

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Growth Emma Peugh Growth Emma Peugh

2/22/22

“I am becoming a mother, wife, business woman, friend, family member in full alignment with myself.

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Wellness Emma Peugh Wellness Emma Peugh

Matcha vs. Coffee

“Depending on the day, weather, activities, to-do list, etc, the morning will call for one or the other. Matcha has been on the up-trend in the wellness scene, as people are realizing the benefits. And while coffee remains tried and true in many folks’ morning routine, I’d say matcha is giving it a run for its money.

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Graphic Design Emma Peugh Graphic Design Emma Peugh

SISTAIN Reflection and Warehouse Sale

“We are leaning into products that serve a sustainable home and well-being, so you can create a healthy lifestyle from the inside out. Our team keeps coming back to the saying “take care of yourself, so you can take care of the planet,” and this is ringing true so clearly as 2022 is in full swing.“

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Wellness Emma Peugh Wellness Emma Peugh

How to Get Your Home in Order

“As you can probably tell, I love to create streamlined systems within a home. Organization brings clarity to the mind, and peace to the physical space. If you’re ever in need of an organization consultation, please reach out! I’d love to help. And like I said before, please don’t run out and purchase tons of organizational tools (baskets, bins, containers, etc) until you’ve decluttered your space, assessed what you need, and really decided what tools to have for the long-term. Always remember, #progressoverperfection

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Motherhood Emma Peugh Motherhood Emma Peugh

Prenatal Care for the Body and Mind

No one did this alone. No one kept quiet the secrets of how men and women alike (yep, men, you, too!) prepared their bodies in the best way possible in order to set themselves up for maximal success in bringing a healthy human into the world.

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Gardening Emma Peugh Gardening Emma Peugh

Urban Gardening, Year Three

“Currently, with snow on the ground in 20 degree weather, of course I’m dreaming of gardening season. When the sun is bright, the air is warm, and the garden is flourishing, my family and I are the happiest. Caring for our small urban garden is the most fun. Each year, we choose our seeds based on the space we have and the growing season we’re in. Sometimes successful and sometimes not…

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