Today was just a good day at work. I sat with one of the ladies on the porch, enjoying the cool spring air. We just talked about life. Joys, sadness, spring. Then we went inside and she learned to make her own pizza for the first time ever. I couldn’t help the joy I felt. READ MORE
Month: March 2019
Making this House a Home
I never know what to think when my family comes over to stay! They always make comments on how cute and “homey” our apartment is. Of course, this should probably be a compliment. But here’s the thing: our apartment is far from perfect. It is usually messy. When “clean”, it is far from immaculate. Our READ MORE
Kickin’ in There- Dealing with Second Trimester Hunger
Do you struggle to keep your pregnancy cravings at bay? Try these easy tips to improve your snacking habits.
How to Make the First Year of Marriage the BEST year
I have heard over and over again that the first year of marriage is the hardest. With financial stresses, busy lives, and the reality of life, I was not surprised to hear this. Knowing that marriage brings many adjustments and mountains to climb, I was expecting some hard times. I saw small glimpses as Carter READ MORE
Proud to be a Woman
Bullets shooting through the air. The cries of injured men. The whiz and whirl of modern warfare. And suddenly the world turns to see a woman striding through it all- empowering the ally forces to push forward in combat. To hold their resolve and finish the fight. Staring in awe that a woman is responsible READ MORE
Simple Things
Lately I have been struck with how complicated we make our lives. From hobbies to home decor, there is always a pursuit for more. I attend an entrepreneur lecture series, and on day one our speaker said something that struck me. It was something to this effect: “No matter how much money you make, you READ MORE