Category: Insightful
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A Descent Into Darkness
In 2018, my husband Dexter nearly lost his life to sepsis, a vicious infection that consumed him after a bout of Salmonella poisoning. What looked like a simple sickness became a nightmare, and as his body collapsed under the weight of the infection, his soul slipped into a place darker than words can carry. I…
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Into the Inferno: Testimony and Truth
As I delve once again into The Inferno by Dante Alighieri, it isn’t in honor of Halloween or mere curiosity about medieval poetry. It’s a reflection on profound spiritual truths that continue to echo through time. My studies in English at Maryville University have deepened my appreciation for ancient and medieval literature, especially works like…
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What Is Good?
With everything happening around us lately, I’ve come to a sobering realization: the Bible is true, and its prophecies are unfolding before our eyes. Written nearly 2,000 years ago, these words feel like they were written for today: “But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers…
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A Message in Light of 9/11 and Yesterday’s Events
Hello friends, I don’t usually post on Thursdays, but with last week’s holiday, and in light of yesterday’s tragic event as well as today being the anniversary of 9/11, I feel a strong urgency to speak. A Turning Point for Our Nation Yesterday, every Amendment in our Bill of Rights was violated in a single…
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A Ray of Light in the Midst of the Storm
Yesterday was one of those days when city life felt overwhelming — the noise, the pace, and a handful of stressful appointments. But in the middle of it all, my husband had a surprise for me. I had no idea where we were going. All I knew was that we were slipping away for a…
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Faith in the Fast Lane: Staying Spiritually Grounded in a Busy City
When you grow up in the mountains, faith feels like a breeze through the pines—natural, unhurried, ever-present. But when you’re living in the middle of a fast-paced, crowded city, faith starts to look different. It takes more intention. More stillness in the chaos. More courage to keep your heart soft when everything around you is…
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My Top Survival Hacks for Small-Town Souls in Big Cities
If you were raised where folks wave from their trucks, sweet tea is a love language, and silence is sacred—you might feel like a fish out of water in a big city. Trust me, I’ve been there. After growing up in the Appalachian mountains, landing in the middle of a bustling metropolis was like walking…
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5 Things This Country Girl Learned in the City
Growing up in the Appalachian mountains taught me a lot—how to fix a fence, how to can tomatoes, how to appreciate the stillness of early mornings. But moving to the city? That was a whole new kind of education. Life in the fast lane comes with its own lessons, some humbling and some empowering. Here…
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What I Miss Most About Country Living (And What I Don’t!)
There’s something sacred about growing up in the country. Life had a rhythm—slow, steady, soul-soothing. But let’s be real: country living isn’t always romanticized perfection. Now that I’ve experienced both the quiet hollers of the Appalachians and the rush of city life, I’ve gained a unique perspective. Here’s my honest take on what I truly…
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True Grit, True Faith – No Turning Back
Let’s get something straight: true faith is not for the faint of heart. This isn’t about floating through life with…
Country Girl Gone City 