ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Caitlin. I’m 28 years old, Appalachian through and through, and living life with a beautifully chaotic brain that rarely does anything the “normal” way. I’ve always been creative, a little all over the place, and full of ideas that don’t always come with a clear plan, but somehow, I’ve learned to make that work for me instead of against me (most days, anyway).

I grew up surrounded by Appalachian culture, and that connection has never really left me. It shows up in the way I see the world, the way I create, and the quiet pull I feel toward folk practices, intuition, and making something meaningful out of what I already have. There’s a kind of wisdom in the mountain way of life – simple, resourceful, a little magical. I carry that with me in everything I do.

This space is where all of that comes together. The ADHD, the creativity, the chaos, the trial-and-error of figuring out what actually works in real life. I’m not here to pretend I have it all together. I’m here to share what helps, what doesn’t, and everything in between.

Self love and acceptance is a journey I am still on and it hasn’t always been easy. I’m unlearning, relearning, and figuring out how to take up space comfortably and confidently all without shrinking myself to fit someone else’s expectations. That’s part of this space too: real life, real bodies, and the freedom to exist as you are.

If you’re here, chances are your brain works a little differently too. Maybe your life feels a little messy, a little chaotic, or like you’re constantly trying to catch up. You’re not alone in that. This space isn’t for perfection, it is for figuring it out one day at a time.

Caitlin Thompson

The owner of Azella Renae smiles in a vintage film photo. She has curly, short brown hair and green eyes. She is wearing a black tank top and layered necklaces.