When we create our own glow, we influence the way our days feel.

When we create our own glow, we influence the way our days feel.

As winter settles in, I come back to a tradition that grounds me. I gather evergreens, red sumac, birch logs, and winter grasses from the woods near my lake home and shape them into porch pots. The materials are simple, yet the process feels calming and creative.

I tuck small LED lights into each arrangement and set the timer. When dusk arrives, the lights turn on and greet me. That moment of glowing light changes everything. It slows the pace of the evening. It signals that the day is shifting. It gives my mind permission to enjoy the season.

Light has a quiet influence on how we move through our spaces. A lamp turned on before the sky dims. A candle that brings a sense of warmth to the table. A soft string of lights around an entryway. These choices may be small, but they shape the atmosphere we return to each night.

During a season that often feels busy, light becomes more than decoration. It becomes a way to support calm, create a welcome, and guide the home’s tone.

Allow the light you choose to soften your day, let it help you settle into a pace that feels right for you.

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