For spring break this year, we went to Destin, Florida. Honestly, I don’t remember exactly how we landed on Destin. I do know our oldest didn’t want to go anywhere “lame,” which leaves a lot open to interpretation. I, on the other hand, would have been happy going anywhere—so long as it wasn’t our local… Continue reading I Found Myself in Florida
Seven years ago, we became owners of a desk. My friend Rebecca gave us her youngest daughter's desk since she wasn't using it anymore. Look at how pristine it came to us? So in 2012, I decided that I was going to paint it for my oldest daughter who was then 12… Continue reading The Desk That Wouldn’t Die
That’s just fun to say. As you can see, 2017 is not going to be about award-winning journalism here at A Grace Full Life. The bar is set low on purpose because you all need a break from Facebook, CNN, Buzzfeed, and Yahoo News informing you that, MY GOD, ARETHA FRANKLIN HAS A CHEST… Continue reading Snickerdoodle. Lick a Poodle
First published January 27th, 2017 Do you find House Hunters as irritating as I do? What happened to being grateful for a roof over your head? Why have we become so spoiled when it comes to finding a place to live? When watching this guilty pleasure show, first-world problems abound, but here's the thing: it's… Continue reading Things People Say on House Hunters that Annoy the Crap Out of Me
Also bifocals. And cheese. As I write this, I've had one of the shittiest weeks on record. When that happens, instead of doing things I should do, I do things that comfort my soul. And no, it’s not as Oprah book-clubby as it sounds. It just means doing things that make me feel less shitty—like… Continue reading Comfortable Pants are Why I’m Not a Supermodel
For the past few years, whenever I’ve come across an unusual phrase—something odd, oddly beautiful, or just oddly specific—I’ve found myself saying, “That would make an excellent band name.” And now? I’ve finally collected enough to share a list. I think my work here is done. See you next week! WE'RE GOING TO ROCK YOUR… Continue reading My List of Top 10 Band Names
