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.
Between the shoes, the veil, the jewelry and the dress, being a bride can be pricey. When you find a dress that you absolutely LOVE, but totally hate the price, sometimes it can add a little stress. But for military brides, there is Operation Wedding Gown. Aaaaaaannnnnd cue…Brides Across America. I first heard about this […]
Dear E, Happy Birthday!!! Today you’re officially one year closer to 30 and you’ve never looked better. Who knew that almost 20 years ago, in a church summer camp, I would meet a young boy who would grow up to become the man of my dreams? Now don’t get me wrong, at times you were a […]
I’m not a big talk show person. Mainly because I’m always busy, but a few days ago, I took the time to watch a clip from “The Real” where they were talking about baggage and…well, it really touched my heart. And it inspired me to have diarrhea of the mouth and say what has been […]
After taken a break from the wedding planning process, things finally seem to be coming together! After really taking some time to decide who I wanted to stand by my side, I recently was able to do something fun: ask my best girls to stand with me on that special day!! Anyone who knows me, […]
Every once in a while, you meet someone who changes your life. She or he impacts you in such a way that once you’re in their presence, you are literally speechless. For me, one of those people is Nicole Washington. A few months ago, Nicole emailed me inquiring about having portraits taken after seeing my […]