Ordinary Life
A collection of my lessons learned, memories made, and the rhythms of my life and work.
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Approaching motherhood with presence, thankfulness, & grace.
As I’ve entered into the season of motherhood in the most beautifully messy kind of way, I have committed to holding fast to three things: Presence, Thankfulness, and Grace.
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A love so deep It hurts
As I cradle my sweet little girl, moving my fingers over her soft newborn skin and twirl the small pieces of hair behind her head, what I feel for this daughter is what He feels for me. This gift that He's given is waking me up to His tender,…
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Waiting With Anticipation
Waiting for a Baby I’m coming into my 3rd trimester next week with our first baby girl, Laura Marie. I praise God for a healthy pregnancy and for carrying me and baby Laura this far. What a joy it’s been to feel her move and grow. Words can’t fully…
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We’re Having a Girl
Friends, I’m so excited to share that come September 2022, Joey and I are having our first baby — a GIRL! I’ve entered into my second trimester (oh, thank GOODNESS, I never knew creating a baby during the first few months was so brutal) and am starting to have…
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30 Life Lessons at 30
Life Lessons at 30 This past weekend I turned 30. My husband found me an adorable mountain cabin tucked away in Bryson City, NC, where I spent time hiking and reflecting on these last 30 years. A few of my sweet college friends were able to join me towards…
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Holding All Things Loosely
It’s Fall of 2021 and I’m sitting here in my living room cuddled up with my two pups. I’m gazing out of our wide windows facing the backyard, watching the leaves fall from the trees. One by one, these leaves are released with the wind, gently letting go from…
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Wisdom in Trees: 5 Things I Learn From The Forests
Wisdom in Trees I first started really appreciating trees when I was 19, after meeting my boyfriend at the time, Joey. Some of our best memories and conversations happened while we climbed trees around our college campus. It was a great, inexpensive way to date at the time! I…
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2020 Reflections: Opening the Gift of Resilience
2020 Reflections: A year full of heartaches, setbacks, new lessons, and glimpses of grace. Cheers to opening 2020's gifts of resilience.
