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Encouragement for every season of lifeThe It Girl
Have you ever heard the saying that opposites attract? I have, and I am a strong believer in it. Have you ever observed this to be true? In so many couples, there is a bubbly, talkative woman with a very serious-minded man. Or a very strict and disciplined girl, with...
Finanical Advice to My Younger Self
Dear vibrant, young Jill, I am so excited for you! Life is just beginning. You have worked so hard this few years in school. Way to go! You are about to start a new adventure as you get married and start a new job. This is why I am writing today. Life is good right...
Advent Acts of Kindness: Teaching our Kids the True Meaning of Christmas
I love the Christmas season. I have many wonderful family memories from my childhood of traveling to my grandparents, eating delicious Christmas goodies and listening to Christmas music. And as my husband and I have grown our family, we’ve found it is important for us...
She Blessed Me
I had an amazing experience at the Bridging the Gap Words Matter Conference in October. The speakers were so fun and it was amazing to learn from them, but that wasn’t what made my weekend. The worship, activities, and decor were so great - WOW - but that wasn’t it...
DIY Perpetual Calendar: The 30-Second Memory Keeper
Growing up, I typically spent several hours each week writing in a diary. I’m not talking about a journal for recording all my deep philosophical thoughts. I’m talking about a straight-up diary, from fifth grade on, in which I recorded details such as this goodie:...
You Matter
Have you ever noticed how some people just naturally have a loud personality? No matter where they go or who they are around, they are known for being the life of the party. How about the people who seem to naturally have thick skin? They easily take charge and never...
Misses vs Petite
Are you petite? I was talking with my husband about petite people. He questioned my use of the word "petite." We proceeded to debate it's meaning till he got up and pulled out the dictionary. Bless his heart; our conversations are never boring! Of course when he...
For the Birds
This whole empty nesting thing is for the birds. Seriously, you can have it. I'm too young and too tied to my identity as a Mom to embrace it. At the time of writing this, it's been less than 48 hours and yet I woke up this morning feeling like I'm missing a limb....
Tips for Restorative Decorating
I was privileged to be asked to do a special feature at BTG’s recent Words Matter Conference (audio files here!) earlier this month. I named it “Restorative Decorating” and had fun sharing different ideas for how to infuse your home with life. During the session,...
Fall Trend Alert–5 Minute Immune Boosters
If you leave your house in the fall, you are often bombarded with spiced everything: Pumpkin spiced lattes, spiced eggnog, holiday spiced cookies, spiced tea, five-spice salmon with ginger and brown rice (recipe below), spiced butternut squash soup... etcetera! Are...
