Helping You To Make Much Of The Mattering Things
Hi I’m Meg.
Writer. Author. Speaker. Wife. Mother. Dreamer. Creator.
Wait…there’s more! I’m also a self-taught photographer, part time homeschooler, 23 year pastor wife, life coach, potty training expert, hair and fashion guru, Bible obsessed, people loving, ballet/sports mama, puppy parent, chicken keeper, sourdough baker, and official homemaker for my “little” family of 9. Yep, you read that right…nine!
I wear MANY hats and I can bet that you do too!
I want to help you run your race well, to seek beauty in all things, and weave together your responsibilities, passions, experiences & priorities, with a touch of magic, so that you can be about the “MATTERING THINGS”.
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A tiny bit of backstory:
I first began blogging back in 2015 as an “expression of art”, a way to be creative…
After our church, Mars Hill Huntington Beach, closed, I began writing articles geared toward moms with a desire to strengthen women and communicate how the gospel truly impacts every part of our lives. My writing has garnered the attention of millions, and my work has been featured on various platforms.
However, my family and I have walked through three very tumultuous years, which meant my creative outlets & writing needed to be put on hold. One thing I have learned through intense suffering: it’s meant to make us stronger. I now have more passion than ever for vulnerably sharing, courageously creating, and deeply connecting to make much of Jesus…and being intentional about the “MATTERING THINGS”.
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here!
What Are The “Mattering Things”?
so glad you asked!
The mattering things, put plainly, are the things that matter most in life.
It’s setting our eyes on our last day, not just today.
It’s prioritizing people over production and considering others before self.
It’s about genuine authenticity, fearless vulnerability and keeping a sense of wonder.
It’s being faithful with the little, forgiving the wrong, and purposefully pressing into the hard.
It’s stewarding well what’s been entrusted, willfully rejecting apathy and choosing to live with passion and purpose.
It’s resting in the unwavering love of God, radical persistence in our love of others, and holding loosely everything else.
It’s stopping to notice the sunsets, pausing to smell the flowers, seeking beauty in all things…and adding twinkle lights wherever possible.
It’s finding humor in the unexpected, unwavering trust within the unknowns, and steadfast gratitude in garden AND in desert seasons.
It’s purposeful healing from the past, persistent peace with the present, and unshakable hope for the not-yet.
Most of all…”the mattering things” is knowing Jesus & inviting Him into every part of our lives as He transforms us more and more into his image. So, let’s not tarry, let’s not hesitate–let’s be intentional with this one life we’ve been gifted.
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Kind of like A Peek Into My Journal, My Closet & My Home…Don’t Worry, You’re Invited!
Where I share about all. of. the. things: faith, hope in Jesus, marriage, motherhood, fashion, recipes, favorite products, hair tutorials, parenting tips, organizational tricks, personal stories and behind-the-scenes snapshots of my insanely crazy, wonderful life.
you’ll love reading if….
- WANT TO BE ENCOURAGED TO LOVE JESUS AND PEOPLE
- ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT MOTHERHOOD AND MARRIAGE
- DESIRE TO LIVE LIFE INTENTIONALLY
- ENJOY CREATIVE INSPIRATION TO MAKE EVERYTHING AROUND YOU MORE BEAUTIFUL
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Family Portrait Style guide
A beautiful digital guide to help you turn your vision for family portraits into your reality! No more questioning how to coordinate everyone, where to shop for the best dresses or how to keep everyone happy during the photo session! I’ve got you covered!
EVER WONDERED WHAT A MOM OF 7 EATS EVERY DAY?
MY real life RECIPE BOOK
Guys! The secret is out! My BEST, most favorited, on REPEAT recipes to plan and prepare MACRO FOCUSED meals in less than 15 minutes. These are my actual real life busy-mom recipes that help me stay healthy, burn fat, increase energy and build muscle! Doesn’t get any better than this! Welcome to my kitchen!
FAVORITE THINGS
What does a south CAli Beach girl turned south tx homesteader–entrepreneur–mama to 7 come to love? Here’s where you find out! This is everything tried and true, from my wellness and beauty holy grails, to my favorite bible study tools that help me in my life and home, to what I’ll never stop reaching for! If you crave a life that’s more meaningful, magical, motivating and intentional, then you’re going to love what I’m loving.
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BECAUSE HAIR IS MY #1 FAVORITE
SKINCARE & MAKEUP
ALL OF MY FAVORITE ITEMS I KEEP REACHING FOR
FASHION & STYLE
ROMPERS AND LOUNGEWEAR AND MAXI’S, OH MY!
FITNESS & HEALTH
TAKING CARE OF WHAT I’VE BEEN GIVEN
FOR THE HOME
BUILDING A CALM & PEACE-FILLED PLACE
BUSINESS & TECH
EVERYTHING I LOVE TO GET IT ALL DONE
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