★ In a fast-paced world, carve out an island of slowness just for yourself.
★ Life isn’t somewhere else—it’s right here, in every single moment we observe and capture with care.
★ With delicate brushwork and whimsical doodles, the author has packed the island’s four seasons into these pages for you. What awaits is nothing but a “gentle everyday” filled with sunshine, sea breezes, delicious food, and the joy of harvest.
★ If you’re feeling tired or anxious, this book will reenergize you; if you love life but struggle to find the words to document it, it will spark your creativity.

This is a heartwarming journal documenting island life. Organized around the seasons—spring, summer, autumn, and winter—the book features ten evocative themes. From Laoshan’s enchanting sea of cherry blossoms and the flavors of spring on the palate, to the bliss of beach camping, the joy of foraging at low tide, and the thrill of night fishing for hairtail; from the bountiful harvest of chestnuts in autumn and the playful excitement of squid fishing, to fully immersing oneself in the rich autumnal atmosphere of the islands; and finally to the serene star-gazing on winter nights and the pristine beauty of the first snowfall on a small isle. Every doodle and word in these pages bears witness to the author’s keen eye for the simple joys of island living.

May this little book, brimming with romantic charm and everyday warmth, convey the deep emotion born from observation and recording, while inspiring you to capture your own “gentle daily moments” as well.

Ideal for city dwellers seeking respite, as well as for those who cherish the art of mindful living and document their experiences, this book invites readers to slow down and savor the beauty of the ordinary.

A popular bullet journal blogger and the proud pet parent of three cats. She lives by the sea and enjoys gardening and fishing. She specializes in capturing everyday joys and the charm of outdoor adventures with pen-and-watercolor sketches, creating a light, warm, and inviting style.

Spring: Gentle
Laoshan Cherry Blossom Sea 009
Scenery Along the Way 010
The Sweet Business 016
A Little Episode of Losing and Regaining 018
The Taste of Spring 019
The Freshness of Spring Hairtail 020
Spring Vegetables Not to Be Missed 022
Jelly from the Ocean 025
The Fragrance of Locust Flowers in My Memory 029

Summer: Vibrant
Beach Camping 033
Heading to the Beach 034
Beachside Delights 040
Sunset Moments 041
Tide-Pooling Diary 043
Digging for Bamboo Clams 044
Catching Crabs 049
Glowing Friends 052
An Unexpected Catch 053
Night Fishing for “Knife Fish” 055
Knife Fish Season Has Begun 056
“Little Island Maru” Sets Out 057
The Island’s Kitchen 065

Autumn: Bountiful Harvest
Gathering Chestnuts 067
Off to Chestnut Valley 068
The Island’s Kitchen 076
Fishing for Cuttlefish 077
Cuttlefish Season Is Here 078
The Island’s Kitchen 085
Island Autumn Atmosphere 087
Eight Great Passes 088
No. 5 Old Foreign House Coffee 095

Winter: Serene
Stargazing Diary 099
Stargazing Preparations 100
An Encounter with the Starry Sky 104
A Little Interlude 108
Travel Bonus 109
It’s Snowing on the Island! 111
A Heavy Snow Day on the Island 112
The Seagulls Are Back 116
Warm Winter Food 120
Building a Snowman 121
Sharing Art Supplies 123

Afterword 127