The Leveiza Journal
Thoughtful routines, quiet inspiration, and the scents becoming part of the life unfolding around us.
Reflections
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Thirty Years of Being His Mom
LevisaAs Adrian turns thirty, I’m looking back at our quiet, fearless boy and celebrating the husband, father, and firefighter he has become. A reflection on growing children and a mother’s...
Thirty Years of Being His Mom
LevisaAs Adrian turns thirty, I’m looking back at our quiet, fearless boy and celebrating the husband, father, and firefighter he has become. A reflection on growing children and a mother’s...
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My Mother Is Still My Home
LevisaMy mom and I can talk for hours about nothing in particular, yet I always leave feeling lighter. A reflection on her love, the distance between us, and the comfort...
My Mother Is Still My Home
LevisaMy mom and I can talk for hours about nothing in particular, yet I always leave feeling lighter. A reflection on her love, the distance between us, and the comfort...
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Seeing the Life She Has Built
LevisaAt Alyssa’s wedding, I felt the quiet fulfillment of seeing my daughter happy in the life she has built. A reflection on motherhood, growing families, and the joy of watching...
Seeing the Life She Has Built
LevisaAt Alyssa’s wedding, I felt the quiet fulfillment of seeing my daughter happy in the life she has built. A reflection on motherhood, growing families, and the joy of watching...
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The Prayer I Carried for My Children Is Coming True
LevisaFor years, I prayed that each of my five children would build a life filled with happiness, purpose, and belonging. Now, as I watch them create homes of their own...
The Prayer I Carried for My Children Is Coming True
LevisaFor years, I prayed that each of my five children would build a life filled with happiness, purpose, and belonging. Now, as I watch them create homes of their own...
At home with Leveiza
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What Does a Woody Candle Smell Like? A Guide to Warm Wood Scents
LevisaWoody candles can smell fresh, warm, soft, or rich. Learn how cedarwood, mahogany, and hinoki differ, and find a fragrance that feels right for your home.
What Does a Woody Candle Smell Like? A Guide to Warm Wood Scents
LevisaWoody candles can smell fresh, warm, soft, or rich. Learn how cedarwood, mahogany, and hinoki differ, and find a fragrance that feels right for your home.
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How to Make Your Home Feel Cozy for Fall Without Redecorating
LevisaFall in Texas can still feel like summer. Here are seven simple ways I make our home feel cozy for the season using warmer lighting, familiar textures, natural details, and...
How to Make Your Home Feel Cozy for Fall Without Redecorating
LevisaFall in Texas can still feel like summer. Here are seven simple ways I make our home feel cozy for the season using warmer lighting, familiar textures, natural details, and...
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How to Prepare Your Home for Holiday Guests Without the Stress
LevisaAs our family grows, getting everyone together takes a little more planning. Here are the simple ways I prepare our home for holiday visits without losing the pleasure of having...
How to Prepare Your Home for Holiday Guests Without the Stress
LevisaAs our family grows, getting everyone together takes a little more planning. Here are the simple ways I prepare our home for holiday visits without losing the pleasure of having...
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What to Bring When Someone Says “Don't Bring Anything”
Levisa“Just bring yourself.” But what if you'd still like to bring a little something? Here are five thoughtful ways to thank your host without making more work for them.
What to Bring When Someone Says “Don't Bring Anything”
Levisa“Just bring yourself.” But what if you'd still like to bring a little something? Here are five thoughtful ways to thank your host without making more work for them.