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...

The Power of 1 Word

I met with the board of directors for a local youth center last night, and I've been thinking about it ever since.  Their group exists to support, encourage and mentor the youth in their community.  This is based...

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Becoming 1!

Ephesians 5:21 Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.22 Wives, submit yourselves to your own husbands as you do to the Lord. 23 For the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the...

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Rainy days and blue sky!

I told you that I would work backwards, here's a post I started several weeks ago, before I even had a blog... Inspiration comes in the most surprising places.  This afternoon (thanks to rain, for which I shall be...

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