I used to be so intimidated by the idea of making oat milk at home. I mean… it just sounded like one of those Pinteresty things that people say is easy but actually takes forever, right?

Wrong.

This is honestly easier than making a smoothie. No fancy equipment. No long prep. No weird ingredients. Just pure, creamy oat milk in under 5 minutes.

Let me just say—no one warned me. Not about the mental load, the random waves of pain, the “Is this normal?” panic, or how emotional I’d feel over a couple missing molars.

I had two upper molars pulled—one on each side—and that alone made things harder. You can’t really chew on either side, which meant every single bite (or attempt at a bite) became a full mental game. I wasn’t prepared for the kind of downtime this recovery would need. I thought I’d be up and feeling like myself in a couple days. Spoiler: I was very, very wrong.

Making healthy choices for your family doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune. In fact, with a few practical habits and some smart planning, eating well and living well can fit beautifully into even the tightest budget.

Whether you’re navigating rising food costs or simply trying to make better choices without the overwhelm, here are some realistic ways to prioritize health without breaking the bank — and yes, it can be done.

Let’s talk about something that makes a lot of people uncomfortable: religion.

It’s a word that can bring up all kinds of emotions—judgment, shame, hypocrisy, confusion, or even pride. Some people wear it like a badge of honor. Others avoid it like the plague. And if we’re being honest, many have been hurt by it.

Tax Day is here—and while that might not exactly spark joy, it doesn’t have to be all forms and frustration. Whether you’re getting a refund or cutting a check, April 15th can still come with some sweet silver linings—especially if you know where to look.

Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained popularity for its simplicity and potential health benefits. But what exactly is it, and how can it improve your daily life? Let’s break it down.

I’ve done my research, and I know what’s in sunscreen—harmful chemicals that claim to protect you from skin cancer but may actually be contributing to it. The very thing people slather on to prevent sun damage could be doing more harm than good.

Anger is such a natural human emotion. It rises up when we feel wronged, unheard, or overwhelmed. Sometimes, it feels justified, even necessary. But I’ve started to wonder—how often does anger get in the way of what God has for us? Could it be that holding onto anger keeps us from fully stepping into our divine purpose?

I’ve always loved being in the sunshine—whether floating in a pool or sipping an ice-cold matcha on a breezy day. To me, the sun is a luxury, one that I want to soak in daily.

When I had my first miscarriage in 2022, I sank into a deep depression. It was a cold, snowy day in Colorado when I left the hospital after delivering my 16-week-old baby girl. I remember sitting in silence, staring out the window, feeling completely empty. Then, suddenly, the sun broke through the clouds and warmed my skin. In that moment, I felt her. I felt God. I felt this quiet reassurance that, somehow, I would be okay—eventually.