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My Goals For The Rest of Summer + Being in a Waiting Season

July 22, 2018 By Chaunie

I just went to check my latest goal list that I had made for 2018 in order to check my goal setting progress and I instantly felt like someone had sucker punched me. Because I remember writing my 2018 goal post with a very different type of announcement and saving it in my drafts folder,…

My Husband Knew Nothing About Our Finances

September 5, 2017 By Chaunie

“Ohhh, I have to hide these shopping bags, my husband is going to kill me!” my friend said, her arms laden with her latest haul. I smiled, but couldn’t bring myself to laugh along. The truth is, I just can’t relate to that tired joke about men handling the money while women spend it all…

What People Are Saying About My Writing Class (And A New Year’s Special!)

January 7, 2017 By Chaunie

So here’s the thing about being a writer…. It means I’m not necessarily the best when it comes to technical stuff, i.e., having this snazzy website. It took me literally years to give up and cough up the dough to hire someone who actually knows what she’s doing, but I finally did and I’m so…

My Why (Or Why I Do What I Do)

January 13, 2016 By Chaunie

Why do I write? Because I believe words matter and that stories are what compel and connect us. There’s a reason the Bible is full of stories, guys, and that’s because without stories, we are not our best selves. Words are what stir our hearts, energize our souls, and move our bodies towards action. Why…

5 Real Tips To Become a Work-At-Home Mom

December 2, 2015 By Chaunie

I’ve been a work-at-home mom since before I even delivered my first daughter. During my last semester of college, I started a new job as the College Outreach Program Coordinator for a non-profit group, working on helping students set up pregnant and parenting resources on their campuses. (Yes, it was as cool as it sounds!) Since…

Working Within The Seasons Of Your Life As A Mom

November 9, 2015 By Chaunie

If you’re a new mom or a mom of a baby with a newborn at home, you may see all of the inspirational quotes about pursuing your passions and reaching for the starts and starting each and every day with a fresh new start and think something along the line of: Give me a freaking…

Why We Started Passion Meets Practicality

October 26, 2015 By Chaunie

It’s my turn to talk about my “why.” Why did I start this site? Why do I only wear lounge wear/athletic wear? Why do I never do my hair? Why do I have so many children? So many questions, so few answers, but here is (at least) the answer to why I started this site:

When Dreams Find You Instead

October 14, 2015 By Leah Outten

By: Leah Outten Blogging has become popular these days, it seems like everyone and their mom has one. Which, I honestly love because peeking into each other’s lives and at the deepest heart matters thrills me as an introvert who communicates and understands better through the written word. Back when I started my blogging journey…

8 Sneaky Ways To Get Work Done At Home With A Baby

October 10, 2015 By Chaunie

Over the years, I’ve accumulated a myriad of tips + tricks to outsmart, escape, and otherwise run away from my children while I try to get stuff done. Just kidding, guys, I adore being in my children’s faces 24/7 and would gladly feel their stinky breath upon me on all day if I could. Just…

5 Writing Tips From Author Emily Giffin

August 2, 2015 By Chaunie

Last month, I traveled six hours round-trip with my two oldest in tow and my sister along for the ride to meet one of my writing idols, Emily Giffin. It may sound crazy, but I first fell in love with Emily’s writing with her book, “Baby Proof” and I’ve been addicted ever since. And perhaps just as…

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