Lillagren

A winter day at the ocean shore.🌊Forces of nature and shades of weather. Yes, please and why not?!✨I’m pairing this vibe of the PNW coast with some 90s favorites for the January Lillagren playlist.🌊For me personally, the 90s was a great era of positive change. Maybe this is why I’m feeling drawn back in to its music these days... Have a listen and hope you enjoy!✨Link in bio.

2025 was not as I expected. For so many reasons.🌿Keeping it focused here on myself and Lillagren, I am grateful for so much, and look for strength with all that I found challenging.🌿My world got smaller this year with a few big flexes. This refocus will perhaps become richer and sweeter. I was forced to slow down more than once. I finally listened to my body yelling at me. I turned focus to better honor and care for my body, mind and spirit.🌿My word for 2025 was GRACE, and honestly I’m still working on it.

Grateful for HIGHLIGHTS of 2025:
🌿I navigated two more solo road-trips, totaling nearly 7,500 miles and countless Love’s Travel Stops
🌿I travelled for work and pleasure, to and through 11 states, from sea level to 10,000+ feet
🌿I set up the Lillagren pop-up shop for another year of juried art festivals
🌿I immersed myself in the brilliance of spring blooms, summer fruit and fall leaves
🌿I visited my favorite spots in San Francisco, and spent weekends at stunning and historic Pacific Northwest destinations
🌿I wandered for glorious sunny days on ocean beaches
🌿I witnessed awe-inspiring landscapes, art and architecture
🌿I spent many days in my own company, and I still enjoy it
🌿I created new products, repurposed old fabric, made countless stitches with silk thread
🌿I shared precious time with family and friends
🌿I listened to stories from wonderful artisans and patrons across the country
🌿I learned something about myself with every interaction and experience

Embracing TRUTHS of 2025:
🌱I withdrew from six beautiful juried art shows that I was so looking forward to
🌱I cancelled trips because my body wasn’t up to the solo travel and shows
🌱I made the complex decision to not participate in travel for art shows this coming year
🌱I don’t know how the next year is going to unfold professionally
🌱I am not always sure how to be the change I want to see

I finish this year with gratitude, adjusted perspective, and of course, weariness. I begin 2026 with a focus on betterment of body, mind and spirit; welcoming changes that I cannot yet see.

Wishing you peace and hope. We are brighter and better together. In Lumine Luce and Happy New Year!🌿❤️xj