Welcome to Maggie’s Mindful Living.

 There are days I wake up feeling ready to conquer the world — ideas flowing, tasks lined up, dreams feeling within reach.   And then there are days like today. No clear plan. No spark. Just… stillness. A heavy kind of quiet.   And for a moment, I thought, maybe I’ll skip today. Who would notice anyway? But here I am, showing up. Not because I have something grand to say, but because this space — this blog — is about real life. And real life includes the uninspired days too. It includes the mornings when the dishes pile up faster than motivation, when the child’s nap doesn’t last long enough, when the creative spark feels far away. **The Gentle Reminder** If you’re also feeling low-energy today, you’re not alone.   You don’t have to be full of fire to be doing enough.   Sometimes, showing up quietly is a kind of strength too. **What I'm Reminding Myself Today:** - Rest is part of growth.   - Stillness doesn't mean stuck.  ...

 🌸 A Day With My One-Year-Old: Gentle Chaos, Small Miracles By Maggie – Rooted & Rising I used to think I was busy — before motherhood. Now? Hata sijui how to define my days anymore. They’re full, messy, tender, overwhelming, repetitive… and somehow, sacred. This is what a real day with my one-year-old looks like. Not the Instagram version — the honest one.So come close, mama. Let me walk you through it. ☀️ 9:00 AM — Slow Mornings & Sticky Fingers We usually wake up around 9. No alarm clock — just soft babbles or little feet kicking against the bed. He’s smiling, I’m yawning. We stretch. We breathe. We face the day together. Breakfast is whatever he’ll accept that day — sometimes uji, sometimes banana, sometimes just bites of mine. Most of it ends up chini, but bora ameshiba! 🎶 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM — Play Mode: Activated The living room becomes a playground. Toys everywhere. Me running on cold tea. We dance to silly songs. We build towers and knock them down. Sometimes we ...

  🌸 Motherhood Isn’t Always Soft — And That’s Okay By Maggie – Rooted & Rising Before I became a mom , I imagined motherhood would feel like a cozy dream — soft blankets, giggles, morning cuddles, and peaceful walks. And sometimes, it is. But now that my baby is one year old, I’ve learned something real and honest: Motherhood isn’t always soft — and that’s okay. 1. Some Days Are Beautiful There are days filled with belly laughs, warm hugs, and quiet naps. Those are the moments I hold close — when my child reaches out for me, smiles at nothing, or dances to a song only he can hear. They are the softness I expected. They are precious. 2. Some Days Are Just Hard There are also days when I feel stretched thin — when sleep is broken, patience runs low, and the hours move slow. When I look in the mirror and barely recognize the tired woman staring back. On those days, I remind myself: Struggle doesn’t make me a bad mother. It makes me human. 3. Motherhood Isn’t O...

 *"Sometimes the most powerful changes come from simply slowing down and being present with your life."* Hi friend, I’m so glad you’re here. I started this blog — *Maggie’s Mindful Living* — not because I have it all figured out, but because I’m learning every day. I’m a wife, a mother, a mushroom farmer, and a woman who’s come to believe in the quiet power of living intentionally.     This space is for women like me — and maybe like you too. Women who are trying to raise families, build something meaningful, and take care of themselves in the process. Here, I’ll be sharing: - My journey in mushroom farming and the lessons it’s teaching me   - Simple, natural ways to care for your health   - Stories from my life — the struggles, the growth, the moments of joy   - Tips on small business, funding, and finding your feet financially   - What I’m learning as a wife, a believer, and a woman still becoming This is a soft place to land...