White Tee Tuesday: Fashion Mash-Up

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Faith
I accomplished very few of my goals last month, but I've realized they're not what's most important right now.

Giving Myself Grace for My Incomplete Goals

My mom’s terminal cancer is teaching me a surprising amount about myself. I am often harder on myself than I am on other people. When wielded well, my standards and ambition drive me to success….

Feminism
I noticed sexism as a kid, even if I couldn't articulate it. My parents taught me that sexism was wrong, that I was just as good as my twin brother. They are why I'm a feminist today.

My Parents Made a Feminist out of Me

Post contains affiliate links. I’ve been a feminist for as long as I can remember. I became a feminist at such a young age that I didn’t even know what a feminist was. I didn’t…

LGBTQ+
Marriage is so much more than "just a piece of paper." But that piece of paper, the marriage license, and the rights it confers, is why marriage equality is so important.

Because Marriage is Greater Than “Just a Piece of Paper”

“Marriage is just a piece of paper.” How many times have you heard that statement? I know I’ve heard it a few times in pop culture, but luckily most of my friends and family disagree…

Personal Style
A black skirt is a key wardrobe piece, that can easily be dressed up or down

White Tee Tuesday: At the Festival of Flowers

Post contains affiliate links For the entire month of June, my hometown of Greenwood, SC celebrates the Festival of Flowers. Highlights include live music, art showings, a musical at the Greenwood Community Theatre, and–my personal…

Wedding
Our wedding bands and engagement ring with my bridal bouquet!

Nerdy Rings for a Nerdy Couple

When you fall in love with an engineer, you can’t expect a traditional engagement ring. Luckily for both Dan and me, I never wanted a traditional engagement ring. My mom’s engagement ring is an oval…