To France.

I’ve been keeping a little secret, and now it’s finally time to share.

Back in the fall of 2022, on a hopeful whim and with rather a lot of courage, I applied for an international artist and writer residency in France. Honestly, I never thought I’d hear back. But much to my shock—and absolute delight—I was accepted!

In just a few days, on December 1st, I’ll be boarding a plane to France, stepping into what feels like a dream. First stop: Paris. A city of light and stories and magic that I’ve always longed to see. After a few days soaking it all in, I’ll head to the French countryside to spend the month at @chateau_orquevaux, working alongside artists, writers, and musicians from around the world.

While I’m there, I’ll be dedicating myself to several writing projects, including a memoir/poetry collection that’s been quietly waiting for its moment to take shape. I’ll spend my days creating, learning from other creatives, and returning to the kind of intentional, heart-centered work that feels like home.

To call this a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity doesn’t even begin to cover it. I’m deeply grateful, a little overwhelmed, and honestly, still pinching myself that this is real. To be able to spend time doing what I love, in a place that feels like a storybook, is such a wild and beautiful gift.

For those of you who’ve been following my creative journey, I’d love for you to come along with me, even from afar. I’ll keep sharing poems here, of course, but I’ll also be posting about my time at the residency over on Instagram—adventures, creative breakthroughs, lessons learned, and maybe even a peek at what’s inspiring me along the way. There will be AMAs, reels, and plenty of chances to connect. I hope it might encourage anyone out there chasing a bold dream of their own.

Thank you for being here. For reading, for showing up, and for allowing me to share this journey with you. Your support means the world. In a noisy, busy, often-heartbreaking world, the fact that you take time for my words is a gift I never take for granted.

Here’s to stepping into the unknown, chasing the things that make us feel alive, and embracing the stories waiting to be written.

Carry on, dear ones. You are so deeply loved.

With gratitude,
—Beth