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Welcome To My Blog
Here you'll find a mix of behind-the-scenes creativity, writing updates, and glimpses into the worlds of Rachel’s Butterflies and Davis Crest. Whether you’re here for art experiments or deeper author journeys, you’ll find it all below.
A Tour of Davis Crest
Let me show you around Davis Crest, California
What to Read This February: New & Upcoming Women’s Fiction
Women's Fiction book recommendations for February 2026
Sunsets, Shells, and a Promise to Myself
On living more intentionally this year
The Women Who Refused to Be Invisible
On legacy, inheritance, and the stories we carry forward
I Was Hijacked by My Characters—And The Story Is Better For It
On listening when a story insists, and trusting the long game
Skulls, Kayaks, and Listening When a Story Changes Course
On traveling, spending time alone, and listening to your intuition
What the Greeks Taught Me About Writing
What I learned about fighting time (and losing!)
Rachel's Butterflies - Emily's countryside cottage
Emily and her family live in a picture perfect village in Surrey, complete with a meandering stream and sheep grazing in lush green fields.
Rachel's Butterflies - Chrissy's home in Pasadena
This was an easy one for me, having lived in Pasadena and the surrounding area for fifteen years.
This city has a special place in my heart
Rachel's Butterflies - Liz's London Apartment
I knew Liz and Xander would live in luxurious penthouse apartment with views of the Thames, so I went house hunting for them!
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Andrew
Andrew is a blacksmith from a small village in the Scottish borders. His family has lived here in Kallenford for many generations.
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Ed
Ed is married to Emily and they have three gorgeous children. They all live together in a cozy cottage in the English countryside.
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Brody
Brody sees himself as a child of the ocean - ever changing, wild and free, with a strength that should never be underestimated.
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Scott
Scott is an orthopedic surgeon and a California native. His wife Chrissy is originally from England.
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Xander
Xander values the finer things in life; good wine, good company, and the freedom to explore his many interests and passions.
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Rachel
Rachel passed from this world too soon. Her warm smile and contagious laughter will be greatly missed.
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Emily
Emily lives in the English countryside. She is a mother to three wonderful children, and the wife of Ed, her loving and caring husband...
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Chrissy
Chrissy is originally from England but now she calls California home, alongside her husband and two incredible kids...
Rachel's Butterflies Character Sheet - Liz
Liz is a driven and ambitious woman who believes that hard work always pays off...
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