A lesson in trust during seasons of uncertainty This morning, I witnessed something both chaotic and profound right outside my window — a moment that delivered exactly the message I needed during this season of uncertainty in my life. There’s a swimming pool adjacent to my apartment, and I was startled awake by the sound…
Author: Candace
Traversing Texas: 25 Local Adventures and Small-Town Charms
As a mom who’s called Texas home for just three years, I’ve made it my mission to discover the magic hiding in plain sight across this vast state. With a curious 4-year-old as my co-explorer, I’ve uncovered a treasure trove of destinations that won’t break the bank. Many of these are still on my bucket…
Chasing Waterfalls on Huck Finn Trail
As a child, I spent hours exploring the winding trails and sandstone ravines of Turkey Run State Park in Indiana with my mom. Now, watching my 4-year-old daughter discover her own love for the natural world, I feel those childhood memories come full circle. Last weekend, we ventured to one of Richardson’s best-kept secrets –…
Embracing Sacred Waiting: The Power of Stillness
Last night, I had a dream that shifted something profound within me. In this dream, I was pregnant. I found myself in a hospital waiting room, but instead of sitting quietly in anticipation, I was frantically moving about: folding clothes, packing bags, organizing and reorganizing while everyone around me sat still. The striking part? I…
Crafting the 3-Ingredient Avocado Face Mask Your Skin Deserves
Have you ever wondered if the secret to radiant skin might be hiding in your kitchen? Nothing feels quite as luxurious as a spa day at home. But who says you need expensive products to pamper your skin? Today, I’m sharing a DIY face mask using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen pantry….
Discovering History at Nash Farm
When my daughter and I first pulled up to Nash Farm in Grapevine, Texas, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Just another local attraction, I thought. But what we found was nothing short of magical – a living, breathing slice of 19th-century agricultural history that didn’t cost us a dime. History on a Budget: A…