The Work Behind the Open Door

Unearthed Homestead didn't start with shelves or signage. It began in quiet reflection, in listening, and in the decision to embrace the blessings that come from living out one's gifts and trusting in their worth.

I've always aspired to a simple life. However, simplicity doesn't equate to being small or lacking; it means being intentional. It involves choosing to earn a living from things imbued with meaning, purpose, and heart. Unearthed Homestead offers items that hold value not just in their form, but in their emotional resonance—pieces that become integral to the lives and stories of the community we serve. This space is not just about selling products; it is about connection.

Many mornings, long before the rest of the world stirred, I found myself awake. I would sit in quiet meditation, practicing stillness and listening to our Great Creator. In that tranquility, I discovered that there was no need to hurry, prove myself, or strive. All I required was to breathe and be present with each breath I inhaled. That silence prepared me for the day in ways that no sound ever could.

This doesn't mean I never hear my inner critic; it means I've learned to identify the voice that tries to instill doubt, fear, and discouragement. Instead of letting it hinder me, I confront it with purpose, allowing my gentler side to respond rather than react. Through movement. Through morning walks. Through prayer. Through choosing to be present differently for those who needed me, including myself.

I discovered the strength of my no. And I realized it doesn't need justification. I learned to take time for myself without guilt or concern for the outside world, and in doing so, I grew more deeply in love with who I am becoming. The more I safeguarded my peace, the more I found I had to offer the world.

That same discernment lives in this shop. Just as I dig deep when I say yes to an invitation that could disrupt my being, I dig deep when I choose what fills this space. Everything here is intentional. Every item is chosen with care, because what we surround ourselves with matters.

Oh, the joy of experiencing true freedom.

And the satisfaction of displaying the Open for Business sign—aware that this opportunity was created not only through hard work but also through healing.

This place reflects a life lived with purpose. May it encourage you to pause, take a deep breath, and focus on what truly matters.

Let's talk again soon