The Beauty Already Here

AUGUST 2026 | ISSUE NO. 1


A new month. A new season of noticing. Stories, places, and simple joys worth slowing down for.

A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Welcome to the very “first” issue.

It might be true that I’ve been in this space for awhile. But today, marks the kind of first we all need occasionally. The first after a full reset. As the months and seasons change, you’ll notice that change reflected on these pages. My hope is that your affinity for small towns grows. Your excitement for easy recipes builds. Your need for practical looks is fulfilled. And mostly, I hope you look forward to stopping by and that you leave feeling inspired, understood and right at home.

Stylized purple script spelling out 'juuna'

There is beauty in the ordinary. We just have to notice it.

A pink and white ceramic mug with a rustic finish placed on a floral patterned plate. The plate is set on a woven placemat, with a soft pink tablecloth underneath. Decor in the background includes small white and purple flowers, a beige napkin tied with a pearl-embellished napkin ring, and textured fabric.

EXPLORE THE DEPARTMENTS

WORTH THE
DRIVE

Local places.
Scenic routes.

SIMPLY
STYLED

Effortless pieces.
Real life style.

HOME &
GARDEN

Inspired spaces.
Simple living.

LIVING
WELL

Stay healthy.
Stay wise.

An illustration of a person running.

SEASONAL
LIVING

Embrace the
season you’re in.

WELL
LOVED

My favorites,
shared with you.

A small wood structure, floral roadside stand in Lagrange, IN.

FEATURED STORY

The Simple Joy of Shopping a Roadside Stand

One sunflower makes me smile, but a whole field? Add a taco truck, cold drinks and local vendors and I’m in heaven.

HOME & GARDEN

Easy, tasty and budget-friendly. Try this One-Pan Sausage and Potato Recipe.

Make It →

woman wearing patriotic shirt with flowers and an American flag in background.

EVERYDAY STYLE

The pieces I’ve been reaching for all season.

Wear It →

Trending | a few of this month’s searched-for favorites.

LIVING WELL

DIY SEASONINGS
Better than store-bought.

Apple with numerous syringes piercing the skin.

HOME

BIOENGINEERED FOODS
What are GMO’s?

A woman standing in a garden with blooming flowers. She is wearing a white t-shirt with red and blue text, and there is an American flag draped over a wooden fence behind her.

STYLE

OUTFIT PICKS
August looks.

FOOD

ZUCCHINI MUFFINS
Easy and scrumptious.

line of freshly picked and rinsed red apples.

LIVING WELL

WAX ON PRODUCE
Why it’s there and what to do about it.