May Mini Mag
- The Modern Domestic Woman
- May 21
- 2 min read
There’s something about May that just flips a switch. The sunshine hits different, the air smells like fresh starts, and suddenly—I want to do everything. Clean out a closet, replant the flower beds, maybe start riding a bike again...
This time of year lights that inner spark, and this month’s Mini Mag is all about following it.
We’ve packed these pages with fresh finds to help you stretch into the season. From pressed flower DIYs and window trellis inspo to your next summer read and the cutest accordion catch-all pouch, it’s about reconnecting with your space, your body, and your creative side.
Whether you're pulling on a pair of pants you just sewed, soothing your vagus nerve, or settling into a much-needed Shavasana, every item in here was chosen to remind you that small joys matter.
Let this be the month you wander outside more, move your body because it feels good, make your home feel just a little more “you,” and remember—creating a life you love doesn’t have to be loud or perfect. It just has to feel like yours.
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XO, Elizabeth
MDW Founder & Editor
About the Author:
Elizabeth Rago is a word-loving, community-building powerhouse who’s just as comfortable wrangling RFPs as she is wrangling teenagers (which says a lot about her patience and project management skills).
By day, she's a Proposal Writer, crafting winning messaging for big business. When the workday ends, she trades deadlines for dinner duty and teenage debates — holding it all together with love, Earl Grey tea, and a well-honed sense of humor.
After walking through a rough season in her own life, Elizabeth saw firsthand how isolating it can be for women going through hard times. Instead of sitting in that shame, she founded MDW (The Modern Domestic Woman) — a warm, practical, and no-nonsense space where women can find resources, support, and a whole lot of real talk. From mental health referrals to interviews with therapists and lifestyle articles, MDW has become a haven for women who want community without the fluff.
Elizabeth has spent over 20 years writing for just about every industry under the sun — from luxury kitchen design and sustainable living to commercial insurance and mental health advocacy. She’s ghostwritten for executives, co-hosted a podcast about the hilarity and chaos of motherhood, and even helped spotlight fascinating local people and places through her syndicated column.
Equal parts strategy and soul, Elizabeth believes in the power of storytelling, the magic of a strong community, and never underestimates the therapeutic power of a well-placed meme. Learn more about Elizabeth at MDWcares.com or connect with her on Insta or LinkedIn.
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