Blog Archive

Ah, This is the Life

The wedding of our oldest daughter is almost here, and between cake tastings, family memories, car squeaks, and routine blood tests, I’ve been reminded of something important: the good life isn’t found in perfect moments. It’s found in embracing the life we’re living right now. Join me as I reflect on wedding season, motherhood, and…

The Sweet Fragrance of His Presence

What if the presence of God is closer, sweeter, and more available than we realize? A special bouquet unexpectedly became a reminder to me of the lingering fragrance of Jesus in our everyday lives—through prayer, worship, quiet mornings, summer sunsets, Scripture, and simple moments at home. Come slow down with me for a moment and…

7 Summer Essentials

Have you ever found yourself pulled into all the summer “haul” videos on YouTube? Me too. ☀️

But this year, I’ve been thinking more about what my soul needs for summer too…

I wrote a lighthearted little post about the 7 things in my spiritual summer bag this season — things like laughter, wonder, stillness,…

The Hidden Beauty of Becoming Real

Have you ever wondered if becoming “real” matters more than becoming perfect? Lately I’ve been thinking about *The Velveteen Rabbit*—a beloved childhood classic my dad once read aloud to me—and how its message feels even more meaningful now. Maybe true beauty was never about being shiny after all.

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Hi, I’m Melanie. I’m on a journey of authenticity and living this life fulfilling the call God has put in my heart to write words– lots of them!

I’m excited to share with you the new things God has for me to write. I hope that they will inspire you and encourage you in your walk with the Lord. 

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