Hi! Let’s Catch Up

Picture from across the water looking at Cane Creek Falls in Fall Creek Falls State Park in Spencer, TN.
Cane Creek Falls in Fall Creek Falls State Park

What have you been up to? We’ve been spending lots of time with family and recently took a trip to Fall Creek Falls State Park here in Tennessee with Brent’s family. We had such a good time hiking, swimming, and hanging out.

Here’s the scoop on what I’ve been doing recently and some things I’ve been wanting to share.

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The Russell: A Stay in Eclectic East Nashville

bold colored round stained glass window of a church that has been converted to The Russell Hotel in East Nashville.

For our anniversary this year, we decided on a get-a-way in our own city. With COVID-19 cases rising and travel being limited we thought it would be a great opportunity to explore an area close to home. East Nashville is a hip, creative area with murals, yummy food spots and lots of color.

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Taking Social Media Breaks

Off-White magnolia flower in full bloom.

I love social media. I love taking photos, thinking of captions, commenting, catching up; I love the whole bit. On the other side of the coin, sometimes, it drains my emotional tank and leaves me empty. It’s hard to see so many people, many whom I haven’t see in person in years or have never even met in real life, go through really challenging times. I care therefore I carry the burden. Also, at times the comparison trap can grab and suffocate me.

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