I had the privilege of attending a benefit concert last weekend for the Comfort Crew, a remarkable non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the mental health of children of active duty service members. It was an evening filled with music, community support, and a shared commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of these … Continue reading Comfort Crew Benefit Concert – Connecting People through music, Service, & Community.
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Hello again,
I've been missing from this blog for a while now - I've had some significant life changes and got caught up in my everyday. 🙂 But I'm back, and I'd like to resume using this website as an electronic portfolio and a blog for projects, ideas, and concepts I'm working on. The past year has … Continue reading Hello again,
Here’s to… 2022!
The first week of the New Year is wrapping up, and I am so excited to see what's to come in 2022! I have been spending the past week or so reflecting on 2021 and planning out my 2022. This year has many changes coming my way... one of the biggest is that I graduate … Continue reading Here’s to… 2022!
Not yet spring
I love February, it's the month of love after all, but one struggle I have each year is remembering that it is too early to start planting here in Knoxville. At this point in the winter, I am ready to move on and begin my Spring decorations and yard work! This February, I am working … Continue reading Not yet spring
Warm Winter Days
Winter is always a hard season for me to love... As a Gulf Coast Girl, I have thin southern blood and hate the cold. I mean, snow is pretty for a couple of hours, but have you felt the warm sun and sand between your toes??! Still, I am working on finding my joy in … Continue reading Warm Winter Days
Here we come a wassail-ing!
Oh, how I love the holidays! For me, Christmas is a reminder of what really matters in life - food, family, laughter, faith, memories! And I love that this reminder comes in the middle of the winter. It's so easy to get bogged down by seasonal depression with these chilly, dark, gloomy days and I … Continue reading Here we come a wassail-ing!
Thanksgiving is Done, Time for the Holidays!
My Buttermilk Pecan Pie is a Favorite for my Family! As I shared earlier, I love Thanksgiving. I really do. I love the food, the family, the atmosphere - all of it. My favorite part of Thanksgiving is that there are no distractions. You can be fully mentally present at this meal. This meal doesn't … Continue reading Thanksgiving is Done, Time for the Holidays!
What Am I Thankful For This Thanksgiving?
I don't know about y'all, but I love Thanksgiving! It has been one of my favorite holidays ever since I was a young child. And this year I think this holiday is more important and special than years in the past. This pandemic has impacted all of us in unexpected ways, both good and bad, … Continue reading What Am I Thankful For This Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving Plans
My face when I think about all the great food I'm going to eat! Hey, y'all! How are you and your family celebrating Thanksgiving? My family has decided to do mini Thanksgiving dinners with our friends and family so we could see everyone in a safe and responsible way! Every 2 weeks we are catching … Continue reading Thanksgiving Plans
The Best Part of Waking Up … Is a Little Sunrise Heading Your Way!
One of my favorite things to do in the Smoky Mountains is to and see the sunrise on the Foothills Parkway. There is something so spiritual about watching the rising sun fill the Valleys below. My favorite part of the sunrise are the moments before you even see the sun come over the top of … Continue reading The Best Part of Waking Up … Is a Little Sunrise Heading Your Way!