Welcome
The Coastal Chrysanthemum
Hello, and welcome.
This is the place where life after 40 blooms with curiosity, faith, and intention. Here, I write about second chances, navigating career moves, raising preteens and teens, nurturing a marriage that has lasted decades, and discovering joy, independence, and new interests along the way.
Coastal Chrysanthemum is a celebration of growth, roots, and tides — of planting yourself firmly while reaching for something new. Whether you’re reinventing your career, exploring new passions, managing a household, or simply trying to breathe a little deeper, this is a space for reflection, practical guidance, and the quiet beauty of life in bloom.
I’m so glad you’re here. — Chrysanthia
