Kintsugi is the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with varnish infused with gold. When I sewed this broken heart from red felt and stitched a golden seam to fix it, I was reminded of A Kintsugi Life, a website that had often inspired me.

While pondering how my heart was healing, I remembered our family heirloom cookie jar, which my husband had repaired years ago. Examining the jar was a powerful reminder of his meticulous care in putting it together. With his repairs evident, I realized that it is now even more precious to me.

I was inspired to write about my acceptance of Kintsugi gold in honor of my husband and my own healing journey. I keep this small heart as a reminder that although life is imperfect, it is still filled with beauty.