Have you ever had someone cut in front of you in line at Walmart or cut you off in traffic? I know I have! Oh, the rage… the anger. I mean, the unmitigated gall of that person! It makes me want to ask them, “Who do you think you are?!” (Insert exasperated sigh here!) But…
There’s something magical about the chaos that fills our kitchen on nights like these. You know the ones—where every burner is occupied, the oven’s working overtime, and the counters are crowded with ingredients, all while trying to keep the kids from nibbling on the treats before they’re even done. This particular evening was one of…
Have you ever had a day where the weight of the world seemed to be on your shoulders? The feeling of hopelessness just settles in, and you’re not sure how you’ll make it through the day. I’m here to tell you that prayer makes all the difference in those moments. While answers may not come…
I don’t know about you, but I know as the holiday season starts to round the corner, so does my excitement, and truthfully, my anxiety! As a mom of 4, a pastor’s wife, and a full-time counselor, all of the expectations and plans can start to pile up. Grace in Every Season I looked around…
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Makin’ Macon! Life can be chaotic, and sometimes, it feels like there’s barely enough time to breathe. In the midst of everything—housekeeping, homeschooling, work, and all the responsibilities that come with…
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Makin’ Macon! Welcome to the third installment of our Family Matters series! The first two posts were a breeze for me to write—I’m all about saving money and cherishing family dinners. But this…
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Makin’ Macon! Last week, I found myself craving something sweet, and my husband asked if I could whip up my Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies for his coworkers. Knowing my sweet tooth…
Family dinners have always been a cornerstone of creating lasting bonds and cherished memories. In this post, we’ll explore the many benefits of sharing meals together, from fostering communication and teaching manners to building strong family traditions. Despite our busy lives, making time for family dinners can transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. A Brief…
Today, I’m excited to share my journey with a delightful Sourdough Dutch Baby recipe inspired by Farmhouse on Boone. This culinary adventure took a bit of perseverance, but the results were worth every trial and error! The Start of My Sourdough Dutch Baby Saga In the beginning, I decided to halve the original recipe to…
Have you ever been at a point in your life where, when you prayed, you told the Lord that whatever He asked or told you to do, be it what you wanted or didn’t want, you would still do it? I have. My prayer has always been that I would be submissive to the will…
