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Down the Rabbit Hole:
Creating My Queen of Hearts for an Alice in Wonderland Soirée There’s something magical about stepping into a world where the ordinary rules don’t apply—a place where life-size mushrooms sprout from the floor, doors beckon with whimsical doorknobs, and every corner feels like a page from a favorite storybook. Last weekend, I had the absolute…
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Birthday Reflections:
Adulting, Food Poisoning, and an Unexpected Mother-Daughter Day Turning 35 felt like a milestone worth celebrating—one of those birthdays where people inevitably ask, “Do you feel any different?” This year, my honest answer was: I feel like I’m finally getting better at adulting. Some days I’m mapping out plans six to twelve months into the…
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Turning Regret into a Memory:
A Lesson from Emily’s Field Trip Life has a way of throwing curveballs, especially when you’re juggling busy schedules, work commitments, and family life. This past week was one of those times for our family. With the waterpark season kicking off and my focus on getting everyone in the system for their start dates, paired…
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The Art of Keeping Secrets:
The Hard Part About Costuming Costume making is a labor of love, creativity, and passion. It’s a journey that starts with a spark of inspiration and evolves into something tangible, something magical. But here’s the thing about costuming that I’ve come to realize—it’s also an exercise in patience and restraint. As much as I want…
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From Applicant to Instructor:
My Journey with the Especially For Youth Program This May, I’ll be heading down to Utah for an incredible opportunity that feels like both a blessing and a dream come true—I’ve been asked to join the Especially For Youth (EFY) Program as one of their instructors. Over the course of a single summer, EFY inspires…
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Our Feathered Friends:
Life with 8 Chickens! Life has been a whirlwind of creativity, travel, and projects lately, but amidst the hustle and bustle, we decided to add a little feathered joy to our lives. A few weeks ago, we brought home eight adorable chickens, and let me tell you, they have been nothing short of a blessing.…
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Trusting God’s Timing:
A Year of Service and Growth There’s something humbling about trusting God’s timing, especially when life doesn’t unfold the way you envisioned. Competing in the Mrs. Idaho America pageant was one of those moments for me. I poured my heart into preparing, hoping to make it to the top 8. But when the results came…
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Creating Something Meaningful:
Transforming My Book Into an 8-Week Experience When I set out to write a book about my 8-week course on authenticity, I knew one thing for sure: I didn’t want it to be just another book that people read, feel inspired by for a short time, and then forget about. I wanted to create something…
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Tackling Spelling and Grammar:
Overcoming My Writing Fears When I was first asked to write a book about my course on authenticity, I couldn’t help but think, Do they even know me? I mean, let’s be real—spelling and grammar have never been my strong suit. I’ve always been more of a math person, someone who loves the clarity of…
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Overcoming Doubts:
The Journey to Writing My Book on Authenticity When I was first approached to write a book about my 8-week course on how to be authentic, I brushed off the idea. Writing a book? That was for people with perfect grammar, boundless patience, and a knack for creating life-changing narratives. It didn’t feel like something…
A Paige of Inspiration 