Introverts Unite

by Mandi | Womanhood

My story as an Introvert… This is a story about a girl that spent a lot of her life feeling different, because she was made up differently than some. A girl that needed time to recharge her batteries and to be alone, so she could function as a better human being...

Respect is…

by Mandi | Parenting, Womanhood

Respect is a word that is misused, abused, and misinterpreted on the daily. Respect does not come automatically from the amount of money you have. Respect does not come automatically with age. Respect does not come automatically from your authority or job...

Controversial and Toxic World

by Mandi | Faith, Womanhood

We live in a controversial and toxic world some days! Everyone has an opinion. Well, everyone has a rear end too, but I don’t always want to hear from it…. if you know what I mean. 💨😜😂 No but seriously, all jokes aside. In the world we live in today,...

Social Media Is Just The Highlight Reel

by Mandi | Faith

Most of the time what you see on social media is just the highlight reel. When I started this blog and my IG account it was on the notion of helping others. Helping others like me feel “normal”. Helping others realize that they aren’t the only one who goes through...

Post-Surgery Reflections: I Know What It Feels Like

by Mandi | Faith, Family, Heart Health

Today, a friend of mine had surgery. Don’t worry, nothing too crazy and she did great, by the way! When I talked to her yesterday I was reassuring her that everything would be okay. In the same conversation, she was assuring me that everything would be okay. Boy...

What My Little Girl Reminded Me About Christmas

by Mandi | Christmas, Parenting

I have to say being a parent is the hardest thing I have ever done. I’ve stressed. I’ve worried. I’ve lost lots of sleep. I’ve even cried a lot. But, the tears have been more about the lessons I’ve endured. The lessons God has taught me...

Overcoming Negative Self-Talk in This Body

by Mandi | Health

We all face negative commentary from family, friends, and even strangers. The heaviest, most powerful comments come from ourselves, though. How do we overcome negative self-talk? How do we become our own best advocate? Overcoming Negative Self-Talk in This Body This...

The Incredible Effects of Dating Your Spouse

by Mandi | Marriage

No, I’m not leaving on a jet plane again so soon. I will explain. I want to talk about the amazing, no INCREDIBLE effects of dating your spouse. Yesterday I was chatting with a friend about relationships with spouses & of course, the only experience I have is my...

Caretakers and Hand Holders

by Mandi | Family, Marriage

“For better or for worse”. When we exchanged our vows 14 years ago we were starting our lives together with excitement. We had only known each other for five months when we were married and only three weeks when we got engaged. It was sudden! We weren’t thinking about...

Why I Am Choosing Beautycounter: My Story And More

by Mandi | Allergen Free, Beauty, Product Review, Products I Love

A lot of you have been asking me on Instagram what my secret has been to my skin health. Well, it’s really no secret! I started this skin regimen a bit reluctant and was not expecting such amazing results. As you know I have a rare genetic heart condition and...