Happy, happy, happy weekend!
Come along with us here because who doesn’t need a bit of good news?

Let yourself smile, be crazy inspired, laugh, love & really live the gift of this life
just a little bit more this weekend
Serving up only the Good Stuff for you & your people right here:


Samuel Markham – Photographer
Samuel Markham – Photographer
Samuel Markham – Photographer
Samuel Markham – Photographer
Samuel Markham – Photographer

Isn’t His splendor magnificent? Truly breathtaking…


It might be hard, it might *feel* hard but THIS.
His goodness chases you down.


a prayer for when you feel like giving up–


just look at all these delightful flowers! ahh. deep breath. take a moment to savor them.


This 100-year-old Grandma using her new skills to be a gift to others. Such a fun and unique way to spread the love of God.


Oooh! Now you just have to hear this new song!
“Sometimes you’ve gotta dance through the darkness
Sing through the fire
Praise when it don’t make sense..
Give Him praise!”


It’s Here! This Quarter’s Grace Case — and you just really don’t Want to miss this one!!

Order your quarterly subscription box with Mercy House Global and receive beautiful items that support the work of artisans around the world *and* the work of Mercy House Global.

This month’s subscription box includes items seen in the picture like:
~Beautiful Waymaker tote
~Turkish cotton throw blanket
~Waymaker book by Ann Voskamp
~Insulated Tumbler
~Handcrafted Ornate Aviator Sunglasses

Not only does your Grace Case purchase provide dignified work for artisans around the world,
but one hundred percent of the profits go toward funding the work of Mercy House Global who exists to rescue girls and empower families to redeem future generations in Jesus’ name.


Join Us for a FREE(!!!) Concert with David Nevue
at the Little Stone Church Tonight

If you’ve ever listened to the music here on the blog over the last decade and a half?
Or any of our videos?

You know that David Nevue has kinda been the soundtrack to our lives… our posts… and our books as I write away.

And can you believe it?! He’s coming! Tonight!
To our little stone church, for a free concert,
and we’d be honored if you joined us for this surreal moment of grace!



No matter what you face, you’re still in His hands. And sometimes we all just need this tender reminder, don’t we?


The way this artist livens up a whole neighborhood? This is just the best way to bring light to dark places.


This is just truly phenomenal. The God-gift on this man’s life is just unique and extraordinary, and so thankful we get to see glimpses of it.


such a great reminder!


< big ol’, wide grins for this baby >


How to not almost miss your calling & why some make it and why some don’t. It’s never too late for a little inspiration and movement toward what God’s calling us to!


This dad! What a hero of a dad!


Oooh! This grandma when she meets her great-granddaughter for the first time. <Happy tears!>


Post of the Week From Around These Parts

4 WORDS EVERY CHILD NEEDS TO SAY TO DAD…
Dear Dad- On The Occasion Of Celebrating A Father

Honestly? It’s the work of every parent to give the best they know how —
and the work of every child to forgive their parents the best they can now.

Even the best of fathers fails a child in all kinds of ways,
but they both have the backup of an all-loving Father who never does.

So for all there is to say about Father’s Day…
maybe in the end there’s just these FOUR WORDS that every kid wants to say to their Dad:


Summer Gift Guide

Looking for that perfect, meaningful gift? We’ve got you covered! These handmade, heirloom-quality goods make the most perfect gifts for graduation, birthday, or just because…

The “New Neighbor” Gift: The Tin Wall Cross
Perfect for hanging above a door-frame, the Tin Wall Cross makes a delightful housewarming gift; handcrafted by artisans in Haiti, it also makes for a great conversation starter!

The Hostess Gift: “I am the Bread of Life” Bread Board
Perfect for bread, charcuterie, or to showcase a special dessert, this handcrafted cherry-wood breadboard makes the perfect hostess gift, housewarming present, or wedding gift.


This is just stunning! Grab a cup & come along with us?


Make sure you don’t pass this one–starting around the 1 minute mark…
“Hope is in the Lord
Keep your eyes on Him”


[from our Facebook community – join us?]

The battles you’re brought to,
God’s already fought through.

You get to be still and rest in God
because He’s still God
and will do the rest.


That’s all for this weekend, friends.

Go slow. Be God-struck. Grant grace. Live Truth.

Give Thanks. Love well. Re – joy, re- joy, ‘re- joys’ again

Share Whatever Is Good.