I am Rebecca Simmons, a mom of four daughters with passions for travel, yoga, scuba diving, and documenting life around me.
I’ve been a full-time mom since 2004, but before that, I was a freelance journalist in Atlanta. My desire to write has never dimmed; now, at 50, I am ready to craft some new chapters.
With two daughters now living away at college, I’m calling us half-nesters. Parenting still requires teamwork and multiple calendars. This stage also brings new freedoms, more time to explore, and the opportunity to pursue my dream of becoming a freelance travel journalist.
Last year, I took my first solo international trip to India. It was there I decided to count the countries I had visited and set a goal to visit 50 countries during my 50th year. I celebrated my 50th birthday in February in New Zealand, and I am currently at country number 48. You can follow my journey to each country on Instagram.
Simply Natural Mom is now Rebecca Simmons
I started Simply Natural Mom in 2009 to share stories and tips on intuitive mothering and natural living. We sewed, cooked, and crafted together as a Montessori family. I was right in the heart of the “mom blog” boom, and it was a wonderful season.
Life has evolved, and this space remains one for reorganization and reinvention, reflecting the inner work we all do. Today, this space is home to:
- Travel Reflections: Adventures from home and abroad.
- Iyengar Yoga: Teaching and stories from my studies.
- Life Beyond Motherhood: Essays from a mom, not always about kids.
Our Family Today
Our oldest daughter attends college in Atlanta, while our second is in Nashville. Our third (age 16) is finding her own independence, and our worldly 10-year-old is always ready for our next adventure. My husband, Brian, is self-employed in real estate and private investments. Together, we’ve worked to create the flexibility that allows us to follow our passions and craft our own calendars.
Looking for the “Good Old Days?”
Simply Natural Mom archives aren’t going anywhere! You can still rediscover those early stories, tips, and crafts at the bottom of this site.