There are some battles that people can see, and then there are the battles that happen quietly inside your own body. For me, one of those battles has been Crohn’s disease. I was diagnosed when I was just 12 years old. At the time, there wasn't nearly as much understanding about Crohn’s disease as there is today. My parents knew something wasn't right. I wasn't growing like the other kids my age, and I didn't eat like they did. My parents took me to several doctors, and after

Recently, I found myself in a conversation about marriage. It wasn't planned. It wasn't a Bible study. It was simply one of those everyday conversations that lingered with me long after it ended. As I listened, I noticed a common theme. Several women shared that if something ever happened to their husbands, they had no desire to marry again. Their reasons were different, and I don't pretend to know the experiences that shaped those perspectives. Every marriage has its own sto

Trusting God When You Can't See the Next Step “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You.” Isaiah 26:3 There are seasons in life when God allows you to walk through a valley you never saw coming — not to destroy you, but to reveal Himself in ways you could never experience on the mountaintop. For the last couple of months, Brian and I have been walking through one of those valleys behind closed doors, and we feel like it's final

A Little Piece of Country Life at At the Living Well For over 35 years, I lived in Marietta, Georgia — surrounded by busy roads, crowded neighborhoods, and city life that never truly felt like home to me. Deep down, my heart longed for something different. I wanted peace. I wanted room to breathe. I wanted a home where faith, family, creativity, and purpose could all grow together. More than eight years ago, my husband Brian and I began praying for that dream. Not just any ho

The Bag That Holds It All The bag I carry is from Amazon, and honestly—it’s one of the cutest bags I’ve ever owned. But it’s not just cute… it’s incredibly practical too. It’s spacious and sturdy, with heavy-duty straps that make it easy to carry over your shoulder. There’s a zippered pocket on the outside for quick-access items, plus another zippered pocket inside to keep things secure. On the opposite side, there’s an open pocket that’s perfect for pens, highlighters, and s