This Means Home

Some days, motherhood surprises you with moments of quiet beauty. The other afternoon, my daughter and I set out for a walk—not with a specific destination in mind, just a shared need for fresh air and a little time together. As we were heading out the door, she slipped on her pink shoes and said, “Let’s look for pink things today.” It was such a simple idea, but it immediately made our outing feel more intentional.

So off we went—two girls on a casual color hunt, camera in hand, strolling through town with our eyes open to every rosy detail.

What started as a walk turned into a kind of visual scavenger hunt. We noticed the things we’d usually pass right by: the blush-toned petals of sidewalk planters, the faded pink paint of a vintage bowling alley sign, a flower shop painted with pink flowers, a dusty rose colored iced drink resting on a cafe table. It was like the whole town had quietly dressed up for us.

I brought my camera and we paused often to take photos, to talk about our “finds,” and to simply enjoy being present. There was no rush, no pressure—just a shared rhythm, step by step, as we searched for little flashes of beauty in the everyday.

Some of my favorite photos from that afternoon include:

An Art Display- Shades of pink on a fence

The Faded Pink of a Vintage Sign

A Quirky Mushroom in a Shop

Flowers Everywhere

By the time we circled back home, our walk had become something more than just a walk. It was a reminder of how grounding it is to be fully present—with the world, with your child, and with the details we so often overlook.

Later that evening, we looked through our photos together and chose a few favorites. It wasn’t just about the color anymore—it was about the way that color brought us into deeper awareness, closer connection, and unexpected joy.

It doesn’t take much to create meaningful moments—sometimes all you need is a shared curiosity, a camera, and a willingness to slow down.

P.S. If you’re looking for a creative, low-pressure way to spend time with your kids (or simply reset your own mindset), try a color walk. Choose a color, head outside, and see what you notice. The world has more to offer than we sometimes allow ourselves to see.

Please enjoy this downloadable Color Walk Guide for your color adventure!