I saw a quote the other day about how we’re all in the same boat when it comes to this pandemic. To know everyone around the globe is in this together during this time is pretty powerful when you think about it. But while we’re all in the same boat, I want to call attention…
How to Mentally Take Care of Yourself During the Pandemic
For weeks, we’ve been finding ourselves getting accustomed to our new reality and sense of ‘normal’ with this global pandemic we are experiencing. While we share this commonality, it’s important to note that everyone’s emotions and situations are different. Some of us are juggling working full-time and homeschooling our kids, some of us are navigating…
The Power of Impact: Volunteering in Rwanda & What It Meant to Me
On my 31st birthday last September, I was writing in my journal when I noticed a crinkled and stained piece of paper had fallen out. I picked it up and realized it was the bucket list I had written during my early years of college. As I read over my list, I noticed two things…
Top Reflections of the Decade
The last few days of December has always been a time I genuinely look forward to. After all of the holiday festivities and quality time with family and friends, I typically find myself back at home, able to pause and reflect on the last year. It’s so important to set time aside to reflect and…
Our Engagement Story
Who doesn’t love a good engagement story, am I right? Three years ago today, Adam proposed to me. I still remember that day like it was yesterday. Isn’t it crazy how some memories are so vivid? Anyways, in celebration of our engagement-versary, I thought Adam and I would recount how that day went for the…
Our First Year of Marriage: What Worked For Us
Growing up, I read in magazines, heard on talk shows and even heard from those older than me that the first year of marriage is the hardest. Hearing that always felt pretty ominous and I ended up imagining nasty fights, stressful conversations, and moments of despair. I wondered, what could possibly go so wrong in…
