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CARD + CO: A personal space for honest writing, slow reflections, and the ongoing work of becoming.
  • From above of textile bag near creative comb and brushes with scissors on floor
    Reclaim · Resist

    What We Carry, What We Cut Away: A Lesson in Personal Agency

    Posted on:May 11, 2026May 6, 2026

    I was in my bathroom the other night, setting my hair for a doctor’s appointment. As I sat there, I found…

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  • A Seed’s Purpose Is Not to Stay a Seed
    Reclaim

    A Seed’s Purpose Is Not to Stay a Seed

    Posted on:April 20, 2026April 6, 2026

    On growth, the unknown, and the contract we owe ourselves A seed doesn’t just stay a seed. Its purpose is to…

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  • An adult woman relaxing indoors with artistic face paint, lying on a pillow and blanket in a cozy setting.
    Reclaim

    We Are Consistent for Everyone But Ourselves

    Posted on:April 13, 2026April 8, 2026

    I need to talk about something that literally hit me like a lightning bolt the other day. It’s not in a…

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  • I almost threw them away. But something said not this time. A story about making wine for the first time, ancestral knowledge that didn't get passed down, and picking it up anyway.
    Reclaim

    The Grapes Were Going to Go Bad Anyway: A Lesson in Ancestral Reclamation

    Posted on:April 10, 2026May 1, 2026

    A Note on Transparency: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links (like to the tea I’m drinking today)….

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  • Sunlit bedroom with plants, cozy bedding, and modern decor.
    Rest

    The Challenges of Relaxing

    Posted on:April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

    like a letter from one soul to another Today is one of those days where I’m heightenedly aware of what my…

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  • Close-up of delicate white flowers growing in a pavement crack, showcasing resilience and beauty.
    Resist

    Plants Through Cement

    Posted on:April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

    Have you ever walked down a sidewalk and seen plants growing through the cracks in the cement? It always stops me….

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  • Close-up of a burning sheet of paper emitting smoke outdoors.
    Reflect

    The Performance

    Posted on:April 6, 2026April 6, 2026

    The performance. That is what we came to see. The performance that hid the pain. The performance that says, look at me,…

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  • Reclamation Isn’t About Going Back
    Reclaim · Reflect

    Reclamation Isn’t About Going Back

    Posted on:March 25, 2026March 25, 2026

    Why is reclamation always about youth? I’ve been sitting with that question for a while. Everywhere I look, women are conditioned…

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  • Ever Heard of Solarpunk? Me Either.
    Reflect

    Ever Heard of Solarpunk? Me Either.

    Posted on:March 19, 2026March 19, 2026

    Ever heard of solarpunk? Me either. But I remember the day I found it, feeling a little special. I was on…

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  • A gentle butterfly perches softly on a woman's hand, showcasing nature's grace.
    Reclaim · Reflect

    What Happens When You Finally Open Your Hand

    Posted on:February 20, 2026February 20, 2026

    I was thinking about how we try to hold onto things that were never meant to last forever. It’s like holding…

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  • Woman reviewing budget and tracking expenses in notebook with calculator, representing financial independence journey from $86 to 30% savings rate
    Rebuild · Reclaim · Resources

    From $86 to 30%: What Changed When We Got Radical About Money

    Posted on:January 21, 2026January 23, 2026

    I had a conversation today with an associate of mine about finances, and we landed on something that’s been sitting heavily…

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  • 2025 Year-End Recap: A Year of Reclaiming
    Reflect

    2025 Year-End Recap: A Year of Reclaiming

    Posted on:January 3, 2026February 12, 2026

    As we close out 2025, I found myself sitting with my daughter drinking my tea, looking back at a year that…

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  • Close-up of green sprouts emerging from soil in seed trays, symbolizing growth and vitality.
    Reflect

    Starting Over (Again)

    Posted on:December 9, 2025December 10, 2025

    This isn’t the last time I’ll start over with something. That’s a truth I’m accepting.When we think of starting over, especially…

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  • Two adults hold old photos, evoking nostalgia and timeless love.
    Reclaim

    When No One Tells Your Story, You Truly Die

    Posted on:December 1, 2025June 22, 2026

    I remember watching Beowulf in high school and there was this line from the movie that’s stayed with me:If no one’s…

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  • A cheerful woman with an afro hairstyle sitting indoors, showcasing happiness and style.
    Resist

    Joy As Resistance

    Posted on:November 28, 2025December 10, 2025

    I’ve been sitting with something heavy this week. How do we seek joy when the world is on fire? How do…

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Hi, I’m Alicia—initiator, mom, wife, anime lover, blog writer, and soft space creator.


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