Things I’d Say If We Sat Down Together

Reflections, reminders, and real-life stories from my journey to yours

Hi, I’m Marie

Author of three books, coach, and quiet rebel for what’s possible.

I’ve seen how stories—when told with honesty—can change everything. These are the thoughts I’d share if we had a few minutes face-to-face: encouragement, clarity, and a reminder that you’re not alone in your next chapter.

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Celebrating Anyway: Honoring Our Kids’ Unique Journeys

If you’ve been scrolling through social media lately, you’ve probably noticed the flood of dorm drop-off pictures, packed cars, and emotional “off to college” posts. And if your child isn’t taking that path, it might feel like your family’s missing out on a...

Finding Calm and Clarity at the Start of a New Season

Embracing the New Season: More Than Just Back to School Every year, late summer slips quietly into fall. The calendar fills with school supply lists, changing schedules, and the first hints of cooler air. For many, this time signals the back-to-school rush....

Let Them Watch: Growing Past Judgment and Into Purpose

Let Them Watch: Growing Past Judgment and Into Purpose Have you ever felt that quiet resistance when you're on a path of growth? Not outright disapproval—but a subtle shift. The kind that shows up in silence where there...

Finding the Forgotten Dreamer

Those the Lord has rescued will return. 
 They will enter Zion with singing; everlasting joy will crown their heads. 
Gladness and joy will overtake them, and sorrow and sighing will flee away.  “I, even I, am he...

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Soaking in the Ocean

You call me out upon the waters The great unknown where feet may fail And there I find You in the mystery In oceans deep My faith will stand --- Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders Let me walk upon...

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Lost & Found

In honor of Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day~ On Nov. 14, 1997, I gave birth to my first child, a daughter we named Elise.  It was not an easy pregnancy or delivery.  The days following were the hardest...

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