wonder – And Butterflies Too

WELCOME

Welcome to my world where home and family is the center of everything in my life. Wife. Mom. Grandmother. Designer. Chef. Crafter. Gardener. Artist. Wedding/Event Planner. Homebody. Drawing from all of these experiences to add a little dose of style and charm to your everyday life.

MISSION:

To share my passion for home décor, entertaining, cooking, gardening and personal growth. To teach and inspire confidence in others to trust their instincts when it comes to all things creative in their own space (their homes and gardens no matter how large or small).

A child sits cross-legged on a colorful rug in a bright, sunlit living room, completely absorbed in building an imaginative world with colorful bricks, small figures, animals, a tree, and a toy vehicle.

Life at the Hearth

When Did We Begin Believing Imagination Was Something We Were Supposed to Outgrow?

What if imagination isn’t something we lose as we grow older? What if it simply grows quiet, waiting for us to give ourselves permission to wonder again?

By Sonia Vale, 1 month ago August 17, 2026