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sowing and growing in grace

In with the Old, Out with the New

We drove my vintage VW camper bus, Willa, to the Tarheel Antique Festival in search of old treasure troves for our “in progress” houses. I've always appreciated & preferred vintage & antique over contemporary & brand new. I think it adds so much character & depth to a home! Each ... READ the POST

Building a Home in a World That’s Not My Home

I am going to write what’s on my heart during this process of building a home in a world that isn’t my home.I’ve been feeling really underserving as I see my “dreams” start to happen. Building a house has always been a dream of mine since I was a little girl!In fact, when Tyler & I dated long ... READ the POST

Only One Thing

I woke up early, eager for the still quiet hours before the kids wake up, to spend with God.I was studying & praying when I heard my phone ding.It was my mother, wishing Jefferson a happy birthday!I came back to reality & realized it hadn’t yet crossed my mind this morning!I immediately felt ... READ the POST

Temporary Separation

There is so much that could be said about love & marriage. I'm sure it has all been said already. It feels kind of silly to even write about something as familiar as love. You've heard it all before. Love is wonderful & amazing & blissful...until it isn't. & when it isn't, it hurts ... READ the POST

There’s No Place Like Home

The Wizard of Oz is one of those books/movies that nearly everyone has read/seen. In fact, The Library of Congress says that it is the most-watched movie ever!The Wizard of Oz means a lot of different things to a lot of different people.There is so much I could say about The Wizard of Oz & my ... READ the POST

A Painters Party

My father-in-law asked me last minute if I would help him pull off a surprise party for CharlesAnna, my mother-in-law, & of course, I was thrilled to help.I immediately went to God in prayer for guidance.I knew this was a special birthday. Her first birthday since her breast cancer battle. She ... READ the POST