A few days into my isolation I made an emotional realization. It didn't necessarily catch me off guard, but I was unprepared by how it unfolded. Of course, I also didn't imagine I'd be spending the first week of summer break separated from my family. I've always believed that those who fail to plan are…

May is a difficult month for me. 19 years ago, an accident took the life of someone I cared for deeply. Ever since then it's been the only month I dread. It's never been my favorite. God knows I never used to look forward to it, and yet He gave me one of my greatest blessings just a few days over two years ago…

Over the past month, I've been getting back into the habit of writing content for the blog, and it has felt so good to get back into a routine of planning and creating content. Naturally, I've also been working on starting a newsletter, but decided it would be more fun to turn it into a magazine instead! This …

One of the reasons I love blogging so much is because I'm very nostalgic. I'm an Enneagram IV, after all! Reading about my life from years ago can make a memory feel as fresh as if it happened yesterday. One day I hope my kids enjoy looking back on these memories as much as I do. And I plan on giving them a l…

The past week was an emotional blur. Saying goodbye to my grandfather, traveling, and being reunited with family under such sad circumstances put me behind a little bit. Once things returned to "business as usual," I didn't have to energy to pick my life back up where I left off.  The laundry was piling …

I have a confession to make; I'm no longer a morning person. I used to love waking up early for the extra peace and quiet, coffee in hand and Bible open. I even used to get my exercise in during the early hours of the day. It worked for me then, but this is now, and things have been different since a sweet little …

One thing I'm currently enjoying: watching Pinterest makeup tutorials. My daughters like to watch with me, so it counts as a snuggle session, too. My amazon wishlist keeps growing with products I'd *love* to try, but don't get out of the house often enough to justify purchasing. However, my hubby (who neve…

I'm writing with a heavy heart today. Last week, my Papaw Land went to be with the Lord. This week is his visitation and funeral. I never imagined he would be going home this soon. I never imagined that I'd be seeing him for the last time at a family dinner last year. The reality that time is precious is felt …

A great playlist can change your mood in an instant. I’m much more likely to enjoy the task at hand if I’m listening to music. Especially when it comes to a workout, music can energize you enough to workout harder and longer.  Over the last two decades I’ve made countless playlists to carry me through my workouts. Tod…

Happy May! Spring has sprung here in the bluegrass state, and with summer approaching (and my birthday) there are a few things I really want to focus on this month to get myself prepared. After an illness threw me off track mid-April, I stayed in a season of rest longer than I meant to. Now, I'm ready to reset an…

As we're already halfway into the second quarter of 2022, I wanted to ask how you're doing? Did the first four months of the year bring you success or add to your stress? Has the motivation and excitement of the new year worn off? Long story short, it definitely has for me. While I'm often going back and f…