hi, *I’m Robin*

The writer behind these words. I’m also a social worker, mom in the midst of young motherhood, and a creator who loves finding beauty in the overlooked. My greatest gift in life is my intuition. It’s also been, at times, the most difficult to follow, especially when it means taking the road less travelled. Being told I was “an empath” gave me a word for how strange I felt and with it, a roadmap for learning how to tend to my needs, my energy, and how to balance a deep care for the world around me, with a need to look after myself. This year, this space turns 10! I hope you stay awhile, find pieces of yourself in these words, and join our Tended community if you feel the call.

Finding my way back

The past few years have been a deep dive into life's biggest transitions. In 2023 I became a mom, and in 2025 we welcomed our second son. Postpartum life has been a genuine struggle, but through gentle practices, I'm finding my way back to myself, reclaiming my voice and my presence.

On these pages you’ll find words for:

Healing through major life shifts
Finding purpose and building confidence in your gifts
Nurturing your creativity and listening to your inner voice
As well as what I’m loving and feeling inspired by (these days, it’s seeing the Home as a Vessel)

Find me on YouTube

While writing has always been my anchor, I have recently transitioned into visual storytelling through my YouTube channel. Here, I expand upon the themes of this blog - intentional living, sustainability, and the art of slowing down. It is where my creative process comes to life, from thrifting and restoration to the quiet, grounding work of tending to a home. You can join me there for biweekly explorations into the art of living well.