I've been keeping journals since I was in the 3rd grade and I'm so glad to share some of my most intimate life moments with you here! Here, you'll find inspirational and encouraging stories of me and other broken people like me. We are all jars of clay who have been afflicted in every way, but not crushed...struck down by not destroyed. Here, you do NOT have the right to remain silent, so as you read, grab your favorite snack and drink and leave a comment...share YOUR story. I can't wait to connect with you in this beautiful safe space.
Ever whispered, “God, I know You can…but will You?” You’re not alone. On my desk sits a small jar of mustard seeds—a reminder that even the tiniest faith is enough. When trust feels too heavy, Jesus meets us in our unbelief and shows Himself faithful, shaky faith and all.
When I first got engaged, one of the very first gifts my mom gave me was a copy of The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian. I didn’t know then just how much that little book would shape my walk as a wife, but to this day, it’s still one of my favorites. […]
Being still has never come easy for me. The laundry, the emails, the endless list—they all shout louder than silence. But what if stillness isn’t about doing nothing at all? What if it’s about choosing something better?
The school supplies are stacked in a neat little pile—fresh pencils, crisp folders, and that brand-new pack of crayons still untouched. His outfits are washed, ironed, and hanging like little promises of the year to come. Where we live, we’re one week away from the first day, and I can already feel the shift. My […]
Some stories don’t need much direction—they just unfold naturally, like light on water or the laughter of a child. This is one of those stories. A few days ago, I had the honor of photographing the Hall family on the soft, glowing shores of Henderson Beach, one of my favorite spots on the Emerald Coast. […]