Sarah Mae (MaeMae) and I became internet friends when it was still weird to say so out loud. Over the past decade our friendship has turned epically real-life and is one of the greatest gifts of both our lives. From our totally random (but clearly God-ordained) meeting, to running the Allume Conference side-by-side, and now just doing life together as the best of friends, we … [Read more...]
If Even Your Backup Plan Fails
This morning I woke up with a case of the Shingles. No joke... like the geriatric version of the chicken pox virus. I know this because I had it before when I was 15. Also, I just spoke to my dermatologist friend, Christine, on the phone after sending her a picture and the words "TELL ME THIS ISN'T SHINGLES." She confirmed it is in fact the dreaded virus and told me … [Read more...]
When Words Wound
I’ve been conducting an experiment over the past week. And before I tell you the experiment, I do want to toss out the disclaimer that the very nature of the experiment might make some of you think that I’ve completely fallen off my rocker and gone off of the reservation. I assure you that I am as sound of mind as I ever have been. But, losing my job and living in … [Read more...]
I Don’t Like It!
I honestly didn't have the first clue what I was getting myself into when I walked up the long stairwell alongside my children. So often I think if we knew what lies ahead, we would probably completely avoid the circumstances that set us up for the wild rides in life that we endure in the first place. This day was no different. I was completely dry. Our family was here … [Read more...]
Uncomfortable
They took the roof off of our house last week. Literally. And by "literally", I don't mean "figuratively" in the way that people misuse the word all the time either. I mean, the entire roof was most literally and legitimately knocked square off of the foundation and covered the front yard in a mess of boards and shingles. Even the decorative front lintel over the porch … [Read more...]
The Power of Pain
We have been in our new house for two weeks, but it has only taken that long for my heart to break into a million pieces and simultaneously be put back together each day. Every day I look out the picture window in the front of our house, and I have a clear view of their front door from here. The mint green paint is cheerful and someone made sure to hang white Christmas lights … [Read more...]
Rejected
I got fired. Really, I think the term that companies prefer to use is to say that I was “Let Go.” Letting someone go makes us feel like perhaps we are simply pushing their ship back from a dock to release them to bigger and better things. You have the whole ocean ahead of you and the directions and possibilities are limitless. You let people go so that you don’t hold them … [Read more...]
For When Your Life Needs More Magic than a Unicorn Drink…
I'm sitting in my office right now and the buzzer on the washer just went off. I'm trying to decide if I should keep working and risk forgetting about the wet load again. I should probably just go swap it right quick so it doesn't get that funky smell...you know the one that reeks of too many things on your plate and this particular one called "wet laundry" was the plate you … [Read more...]
Toasted Coconut Caramel Cream Pies
I cannot even tell you how delicious this pie is. This is me trying, but til you try it for yourself you just won't fully appreciate the heavenly goodness that I am offering you now. I've had the recipe for years and only remember that my sister was the first one to tell me about it. I have no clue where we originally found it, but now it has become a family favorite. … [Read more...]
Breathe, Pray, Write/ Writing Intensive and Retreat THIS October
“God spoke to me, revealed things to me, and answered prayers through this retreat. It was a beautiful time. The setting was gorgeous, the food was delicious, and the fellowship was incredible.” Kaylee Vida I'm joining my dear friend Sarah Mae again this October for our second Breathe, Pray, Write Writing Intensive and Retreat! The first one was … [Read more...]
You’re Invited to an Evening of Bible Journaling
So this is super fun if you live within driving distance of my lovely town of Greenville, SC! I've been partnering and working with DaySpring (the faith-based division of Hallmark) on some super exciting projects, one of which is hosting this awesome FREE event in Greenville next week (on Tuesday March 14, from 7-9pm! DaySpring is bringing in one of their Bible Journaling … [Read more...]
Instant Pot Cajun Jambalaya
I'm grateful as all get-out that my family likes all sorts of food. Our kids are incredible eaters and that's good for all of us since I don't much have tolerance for picky eaters. The other night I had a hankering for Jambalaya but didn't have a ton of time between my boys' karate classes to cook much. I got an Instant Pot for Christmas and oh my words, it has been a game … [Read more...]
She’s Not Going To Like You
It's always a treat to share a friend with you here in this space. I'm a friend maker and a friend connector and so it is a great delight to share the things God is doing through people I know. Today I want to share my friend Kelly Balarie with you. I met her somehow randomly on the internet and she started praying for me while I was running Allume and writing Curious Faith. … [Read more...]
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Recipe
I admit that in South Carolina when the forecast is for snow, no matter how much they "guarantee" that we'll have it, I've lived here long enough to know it's just one of those things that "I'll believe it when I see it." Hence, I didn't get my kids new snow gear this winter. Because it just doesn't happen that often, and usually when we get some wintry precipitation, it's … [Read more...]
Winter Warmers: Recipes and Stories to Warm Your Heart and Home
I live in South Carolina, and despite what those from the North think, it does get cold here. Now I won't even try to rival those of you in places like Michigan or New York or North Dakota...you win...every single time, you win the Winter wars hands down. But, I will say down South here, we do have to purchase coats and we do in fact have to wear them. And before you start … [Read more...]
On Parenting and Politics and Clearing Everything From My Kid’s Room
PARENTING IS SOOO HARD!!! Remember that time one of your children was so heinous that you had to ask your dear friends to leave and you removed EVERYTHING... even the mattress from his room. Also important to note is making sure to have the kind of friends who get it and love you still when this very rare but super important type of thing happens. #mamadontplay … [Read more...]
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