photography: Bryan Grayson   Marleys Monsters immediately came to my mind when one of my best friend’s told me she was pregnant. After squealing and tears and excitement of course… …

Do you ever feel like you don’t really matter? Like all of your effort is for nothing. Thoughts like this go through my mind from time to time, “Ciara, there …

Dreaming. Isn’t that an interesting word.  What do you think of when you read it? I think dreaming is for the audacious.  Not for the faint at heart. Dreaming is …

  As the new year approaches, I want to encourage you to focus largely on your “why” Your “why” is your purpose, your motivator, your reason for doing what you …

photography: Bryan Grayson   “Failing to plan is planning to fail.” – Ben Franklin If you’re looking to invest in a planner for 2018, I recommend the one I use. …

Gift Guide: For Him – Under $100 (click on the bold words or images for more product information)   Google Home Mini – I’ve heard it has better sound quality …

As mentioned on Instagram, I’m overwhelmed by blessings. Thankful for grace. Grateful for love. Paul is such an amazing gift from God and Audri brings me SO much joy and …

  The Thankful Tree is a great craft for bonding with any child 2 or older. It’s really simple, and it doesn’t take up a lot of space, time, or …

I love all things pumpkin during the fall months, but sometimes I need a little variety. Because I’ve been enjoying this cinnamon apple smoothie for breakfast lately, I wanted to …

Keeping my feet pampered is just another way to love on myself and treat my body with respect. My routine includes a foot rub, a foot soak, and my favorite …

Weight loss can be tricky (especially if you don’t know the human body)! Most people think diet and exercise will cause them to burn fat and lose weight…..but that’s not …

One of the ways I stay inspired in this media-saturated, digital age is by reading physical books. Books take me on mini adventures. The visuals aren’t there so I get …