The Blooming Hearts Collection
A series that cultivates young hearts to bloom with gratitude, thrive in abundance, and blossom with mindfulness.
Book 1: Grateful
"Practicing gratitude to honour what’s ordinary about our lives, because that is what’s truly extraordinary." — Brene Brown
Grateful was born in the quiet, sacred hours of a 3 a.m. moment, as I sat beside my sleeping children, overwhelmed by a deep, quiet gratitude for the ordinary beauty of our lives. In the soft glow of night, watching their peaceful faces, I felt a rush of love for the small, yet infinitely precious moments that make life so full. In that stillness, the words came to me, pouring out like a gift—a story I knew I had to share with my children.
What began as a simple bedtime story to teach them the power of gratitude grew into something much more—a book filled with the warmth, memories, and meaning that make our family’s story so unique. The pages reflect the heart of our lives: the lighthouse where my husband and I were married, a playhouse that once appeared under the Christmas tree, and cherished first words like moon, shadow, and balloons that are woven into the fabric of our family’s narrative. Each image in Grateful carries the weight of love, of shared moments, and of all the things we hold dear.
Grateful is more than just a book. It is a heartfelt love letter to the beauty of family, the magic of everyday life, and the quiet moments that define us. With every word, every illustration, I’ve poured my heart and soul into creating something meaningful—a gentle reminder of the power of gratitude, and of the extraordinary that exists in the ordinary.
My very first children’s book, Grateful.
Onto Book 2 and 3
Since Grateful, I’ve been writing and illustrating two more books, each created with the same passion and dedication but targeted toward slightly older children. These new books dive deeper into themes of kindness, resilience, and connection—the qualities that shape who we are and how we relate to the world around us. Just as with Grateful, these books reflect my own experiences and values, woven into stories and illustrations that are as much for me as they are for the children who read them.
Creating each book has been an act of heart and hands. The writing process is often a journey of late nights and early mornings, balancing the quiet moments of inspiration with the creative work of bringing those ideas to life. But the labour doesn’t stop at the words—I am pouring my soul into every illustration, carefully crafting each image with layers of meaning, colour, and texture that resonate with the emotions I want to evoke. These are not just stories—they are an extension of the love I have for my own children and for all children who are growing, learning, and discovering the world.
Each book in the series is designed to speak to kids at different stages of their lives, offering them stories they can grow with. Whether they’re learning to appreciate the small, everyday moments of life or being challenged to think more deeply about their own actions and values, I hope these books inspire them to carry gratitude, kindness, and compassion in their hearts as they move through the world.
These stories are my gift to you, a true labour of love. I’m deeply proud to share them with families everywhere, and I hope they become a treasured part of your home, just as they have in mine.
