By Candlelight

From the Grimoire

Hello, darling. Here lies a treasury of thoughts, stories, and little sparks of magic, gathered over time and preserved for wandering souls. Explore at your own pace, and perhaps something old will feel wonderfully new again.

Books
Trula Marie

A Lion Among Men

Book Three of The Wicked Years Hey, Hearthfolk, It’s time for another of my recent reads posts…

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Films
Trula Marie

Star Wars: Rogue One

It’s Out! Hi, Hearthfolk, Ya’ll, forgive my not normal opening…. BUT IT’S HERE!!!!! IT’S HERE! IT’S…

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Books
Trula Marie

Of Time Travel and Tear-Stained Pages: Voyager by Diana Gabaldon

Sleepless nights and time travel apparently go hand in hand — I just finished Voyager, the third book in the Outlander series, and my heart is still somewhere between Culloden and the Caribbean. I went in nervous after Dragonfly in Amber, but within the first few chapters, I was crying, laughing, and muttering spells for Jamie and Claire to finally catch a break. No spoilers, I promise — just know this one will sweep you up, wear you out, and leave you ready for the next adventure.

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A skincare flatlay on a soft green surface features a jade roller, glass bottle, creams, serums, a brush, and a pink gua sha tool, conveying relaxation.
Lifestyle
Trula Marie

Not All Magic Works: The Truth About My Proactive Journey

They say Proactive is a miracle cure — but for me, it was more like a curse in a bottle. Two years ago, I gave it a fair shot, hoping for that “glowing skin” transformation you see in commercials. Instead, I found myself battling more than breakouts — my skin rebelled in ways I never expected.

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Advice
Trula Marie

Out with the Old: A Closet Cleansing Ritual

Your closet might be bursting, but you keep convincing yourself you’ll wear those unworn clothes someday… right? I finally faced the chaos head-on and discovered tricks for letting go without regret—because decluttering isn’t just about space, it’s about sanity.

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