Samantha is a regular human just trying to figure out the art to moving forward.

She has two chaotic puppies, a territorial cat (not pictured), and a great husband that puts up with a lot of mess. Come join them on their journey!
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You need to KNOW.

KNOW the man you’re going to marry. This has been heavy on my mind lately as I watch those around me in their relationships. My husband is incredible. He is human. He is fun. He is kind. He is strong. He is sweet. He is messy. He has flaws. He is complicated, just as I
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There Isn’t Always a Reason

The phrase “everything happens for a reason” makes me nauseous. I have heard it so many times in the days, weeks, months, and years since my mom passed. It’s right up there with “God doesn’t give you more than you can handle.” Respectfully, that is a crock of bullsh*t. See, my mom passed away four
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About the Mess

Howdy! My name is Samantha, and honestly, my life has been fairly odd. I grew up in a small town, I’ve lived overseas, I’ve experienced hurt at the hands of the church, I have two college degrees that I don’t currently use, I’ve watched a parent die, I’ve gotten married, I’ve experienced multiple medical crises
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Like Mother, Like Daughter

“You are so much like your Mama.” This is a phrase that would send me into a tailspin when I was growing up. At the time, I didn’t see it as a compliment. I associated my mom with Christianity that resulted in strict rules, firm opinions, and standards that I could not meet. I saw
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