In this eye-opening episode, Susanna sits down with writer and artist Christine Richards to talk about the power of noticing, the joy of writing letters, and how paying attention to life’s small moments can lead to big shifts. Christine shares her heroine’s journey from running a successful graphic design business to pursuing her love of writing, creating books, and cultivating a practice of mindfulness through story and correspondence. Her story reminds us that even the smallest step forward can open the door to a more authentic, meaningful path.
00:40 – Introducing Christine Richards
07:38 – Christine shares her heroine’s call to change and her leap into a new direction
14:48 – Susanna and Christine reflect on how following creative yearnings, even when they don’t pay, can still lead to fulfillment
17:06 – Christine talks about her books, pen pals, and her love of typewriters
33:34 – Christine’s advice on taking small steps and paying attention to what really matters
Christine Richards is a Maine-based writer, graphic designer, and collage artist with a passion for noticing the details of everyday life. Through her books, blogs, and beautiful letters, Christine inspires others to slow down, observe, and find meaning in the ordinary. She is the author of Things I Notice When I Walk the Dog, A Few Good Things About Today, and more — each work reflecting her belief that storytelling and letter writing can connect us to ourselves and to others in profound ways.
Christine also shares weekly reflections and stories on her blog at Waystation Whistle, where she continues to explore the art of short stories, journaling, and creative noticing. When she’s not writing or designing, you might find her baking, tending to her pen pal correspondence, or enjoying the quiet beauty of Maine’s seasons.
Book: Things I Notice When I Walk the Dog
Journal: A Few Good Things About Today
Website: waystationwhistle.com
Instagram: @waystationwhistle
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