At the start of the year, I shared my monthly themes for 2026 as a way to guide memory keeping, journaling, and creative projects throughout the year. I noticed last night after I sent out my newsletter (are you a subscriber?) that I had made a slight error. I had renewal as a theme for March, but realized I had grouped the theme of renewal in with growth for January. I like how that turned out, but I don’t want to be too repetitive, so I made an adjustment. Now, the theme for March will be Moments in Time. Why am I telling you this in February? If you like to plan ahead, I want you to have all the information.

I’ve updated the original post, but you may still see some images floating around the internet with the original themes. Sorry about that. Just proof that there is a human in charge here. lol!

Welcome to a new month. February always feels like a good time to slow down and pay attention to the relationships in our lives. While this month often gets framed around big romantic gestures, I love using it to notice the smaller, more meaningful ways love and connection show up in everyday life.

This month’s theme is Love and Connection, and it’s one of my favorites because it weaves its way through so many of our stories.

Goodbye, January! The first month of the year always feels like a reset—new routines, cozy winter days, and that “fresh start” energy (even if it shows up in tiny ways). As we head into February, it’s the perfect time to pause and capture the moments that made January what it was.

A monthly roundup is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways to reflect on your life. You gather a few favorite memories, add some photos, and spend a few minutes recording the highlights. Before you know it, you’ve created a snapshot of your month, and a little time capsule you’ll love revisiting later.

Welcome to a brand new year! I always love the feeling of January. It’s a time that naturally invites a fresh start, renewed energy, and space to reflect on where we’ve been and where we’re headed. I hope you had a chance to read yesterday’s post about adding monthly themes to my memory keeping (and documenting) process. I’m really excited about this and today, I’ll be kicking it off by introducing January’s theme.

This year, I’m trying something new. Each month in 2026 will have a simple focus word. Think of it as an easy lens you can use for photos, journaling, and scrapbook pages. When you have a theme, you do not have to start from scratch. You can notice everyday moments more easily, then document them with less pressure.

Goodbye, December! It is always amazing how quickly this month seems to pass. Between the holidays, the cozy moments at home, and the end-of-year reflections, December is one of my favorite months to document. It is the perfect time to pause, look back, and capture the memories that made this season special.

A monthly roundup is one of the simplest and most meaningful ways to reflect on your life. All you need to do is gather your favorite moments, add a few photos, and take a few minutes to record the highlights. Before you know it, you have created a snapshot of your month and a little time capsule you will treasure later.

Goodbye, November! How did that month fly by so quickly? As the calendar turns again, it feels like the perfect moment to pause and look back on everything that made this month special. That means it is roundup time, my favorite way to wrap up each month with reflection and creativity.

If you have never tried a monthly roundup before, think of it as a mini scrapbook for your life. You simply gather your favorite memories, photos, and small details that made the month meaningful. In just a few minutes, you will have a time capsule that captures your everyday story.

Goodbye, October! Can you believe it's the end of the month already? You know what that means—it's time for my monthly roundup!

If you're new to the idea, a roundup is a fun and simple way to reflect on your month. Just jot down your favorite moments, add a few photos, and ta-da! You've created a little snapshot of your life. It’s like pressing pause and capturing all the best bits before they blur into the next month. I’ve been doing this every month, and it honestly feels like flipping through a mini-time machine. It helps me remember the little things that made me smile—and I promise, once you try it, you’ll be hooked, too! The more you do it, the more you’ll notice and appreciate the everyday magic.