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  • I am Stephinie, mama to four, wife to a sweet man and writer of this space. Here you'll find ramblings of family life, simple & creative living, organic food & dreams of our someday homestead. It's so nice to have you stop by. I do hope you find some inspiration and kindred spirits during your visits.
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Hello~

I am Stephinie.

Mama to four (Sam, Jade, Sophia & Luke), wife to a sweet man (Joe) & writer of this space you've stumbled upon. 

This blog is a snapshot of family life in a house full of spunky young people, funny pets, a musical man and a creative mama all trying their best to live life mindfully. You'll find whole food recipes, creative projects and gardening mishaps.... (a lot of those). But mostly I hope you feel a little sense of community as you wander the pages of this space. It may appear at times that the laundry is always done and the dishes washed..... but do know that these moments are the real ones. Real life is beautiful and messy and sometimes pure chaos. And on those days, we kick back & eat oatmeal for dinner with a cold pint of home brewed beer.

We move often for my husband's job. We're military hippies (Coast Guard), can you imagine that? Our current home is in the deep south of Louisiana, just a hop skip and a jump from a big ol' swamp full of alligators, frogs & a whole lot of mosquitos. As born & raised northern folks, it has been quite an adventure to live here in the south. Our four kids have been born in different states and towns along the way and the one thing that keeps us centered in the mix of all of this is loving where we are, while we're there. The people we meet along the way have made this an amazing journey. We're never sure where the next move might take us but we're always dreaming of settling down in a homestead somewhere North. {and the kids want snow!}

In 2010 I opened my Etsy Shop where I sell my handmades. Do take a peek if you like.

If you have a question or just want to say hello, you're welcome to email me, contact@gypsyforest.com. Sponsorship information can be found here. Enjoy your visit.


All the Best,

Stephinie

(The Gypsy Mama)