Disclaimer:  This article contains (or may contain) affiliate links which means we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase, but at absolutely no extra cost to you.  Our opinions are our own and we can not be bought! We will tell you about awesome stuff regardless if we make a commission or not.  When we do make a commission, it helps us keep this site running, the coffee flowing, and bringing you awesome info like this! OK, I am soooooo stinking excited to share with you guys some of my absolute favorite ideas for getting inspired for gift giving around Christmas ..read more

Disclaimer:  This article contains (or may contain) affiliate links which means we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase, but at absolutely no extra cost to you.  Our opinions are our own and we can not be bought! We will tell you about awesome stuff regardless if we make a commission or not.  When we make a commission, it helps us keep this site running, the coffee flowing, and the awesome info coming! Where it all Began EMT DAYS Back in my days of being an EMT, there were many times that a loved one would be so understandably overwhelmed with grief and shock th ..read more

Why The Lens of Gratitude Matters My journey has led me on a mission to help others.  After believing the lies I was fed growing up that I would never amount to anything and carrying that with me through much of my life and relationships, I know how damaging it can be to have your mind so focused on lies.  God has been gracious to redeem me from the shackles of those lies and I long so much to shower others with the comfort and grace I have received! So much of our joy and sorrow, I believe, comes from our focus and perspective.  Shifting our mindset and our focus onto squarely ..read more

Let me start off with a few clarifications.   I am not saying you should share your story with every person you meet.  Nor am I saying that you should share every detailed part of your story with every person.   What this article is about is being aware of those moments that maybe God opens up and there it is…the moment for you to use your story for something far greater than yourself. This is about letting go of the shame and guilt of your past and deciding to step out in boldness and truth when and if the moment calls for it, sharing your story, and then stepping back and watc ..read more

THAT ONE THING There is something I find incredibly sad in life and it’s something that I was also guilty of in my life until recently and I wanted to share it with you in the hopes to encourage. Do you ever just long to get that one elusive thing?  Hit that one goal?  Get married?   Have kids?   Start a business?   Finish a project?   And then it will be ok?   Like then you will feel validated and confident knowing you are worthy of what you long for deep in your soul? This came to light for me recently as I was watching a very popular show with my family ..read more

Disclaimer:  This article contains (or may contain) affiliate links which means we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase, but at absolutely no extra cost to you.  Our opinions are our own and we can not be bought! We will tell you about awesome stuff regardless if we make a commission or not.  When we make a commission, it helps us keep this site running, the coffee flowing, and the awesome info coming! In case you don’t yet know about the amazing natural all-purpose non-toxic wonder product, here is your gentle intro. Apple Cider Vinegar is simply a vinegar made ..read more

Where This Came From Let me take you on a little backstory before I explain the title of this and where it came from and how it inspired me. After my babies were born, I was unable to lose the weight and was very unhealthy and out of shape.  I was caregiving for my completely paralyzed mom, and trying to go about regular life as it was at the time.  I needed something else, something just for me.  Although that sounds selfish, it isn’t.  It’s called self-preservation.  I wanted to be able to fully live right there and not wait until later.  If I didn’t take c ..read more

How It’s Supposed To Be Isn’t the world truly amazing? I mean really think for a minute about all the people in the world and how we are all vastly different and what a beautiful thing that is and how that is how it’s supposed to be! Well, if you and I are so different, then it has to be understood that we are gifted in different areas, have varying responsibilities, and so many other variables that come into play in our daily lives. With that being said, I wouldn’t expect you to fully understand me, be there at the drop of a hat for everything and anything I need and be able to do it all comp ..read more

ARE YOU STRUGGLING? This is a hard one to write dear friend. Are you struggling?  Are you thinking this is the end?  Are you wondering how much more your soul can take and endure?  Feeling utterly and completely alone and as if no one sees your hurt and need to know that your pain matters? You are not alone.  There are so many people genuinely hurting right now all across the globe.  Whether it be in a dangerous relationship where you feel trapped and can’t get out, lost a spouse or child, have no money to pay the bills and getting evicted.  There are countless ty ..read more

Disclaimer:  This article contains (or may contain) affiliate links which means we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase, but at absolutely no extra cost to you.  Our opinions are our own and we can not be bought! We will tell you about awesome stuff regardless if we make a commission or not.  When we do make a commission, it helps us keep this site running, the coffee flowing, and bringing you awesome info like this! I LOVE and I mean, L….o…..v….e… me some birthdays!!!I think it’s because it is such a celebration…I mean REALLY true, honest to goodness celeb ..read more