Hello readers! After taking a break for December, I’m excited to welcome Wendell Nisly to Made to Create. Wendell is deeply involved in music within the Anabaptist culture. His influence and talents have fueled many musical endeavors, most notably Shenandoah Christian Music Camps, the Oasis Chorale, and the Valley Arts Society. Join us as we […]
Just do it! 2019
Every year around this time I write a goal regarding my writing. Last year’s goal was this: “This year I want my writing to make people smile and feel understood. When life gets full, I want to faithfully readjust my goals so I am still working toward becoming a better writer.” I know these goals […]
Finding Advent
I never knew finding myself could be so hard. This is my third December in my new community. When I married my dream man and moved here, I thought adjusting would be simple. Hard, maybe, but not so complicated I would lose track of who I was. The changes in the last three years, though, […]
Made to Create interview with midwife Rosemary Horst
Hello readers! I’m pleased to welcome Rose Mary Horst, a midwife that attends my church in Arkansas. Rose Mary is a great asset to the young mothers in our church, always willing to answer questions and offer advice. She was my doula at Anika’s birth and will be my midwife for my next child, Lord […]
Do you Werifesteria? by Ara Hamilton
Hi readers! Today I’m sharing a blog written by my friend, Ara Hamilton. Wandering to Wonder Do You Werifesteria? Werifesteria – (v) to wander longingly through the forest in search of mystery Finally, there’s a word that captures the spirit of mystics everywhere. Never mind that it isn’t in a dictionary (its origin is as […]