Overflowing
My word of the year for 2021 is OVERFLOWING. I want to create a life so lovely that I overflow with all good things. A life that is so full and fulfilling and life-giving that I can’t help but spill… Continue Reading
Nature
Hiking to Heed the Call
Once again, I followed the call. The forest calls me, and I go. The past couple of weeks, I’ve been really sick. I’ve been in and out of the doctor’s office since Thanksgiving, and that’s hard for me. I get… Continue Reading
Our New Backyard
Hello, my friends! This is a major two-month throwback, but the pictures were so gorgeous I just had to share with you. One of the things I love most about where I live in Austin is the gorgeous outdoor surroundings… Continue Reading
Best Day Off Ever
This week I have been feeling AMAZING. With all the energy I’ve had, the organization I’ve done, the creativity and inspiration I’ve felt, the delicious food I’ve prepared, the hairstyles I’ve braided, and the sheer amount of things I’ve gotten… Continue Reading
Austin Wildlife
I’ve been living in Austin for a couple of months now, and I have grown familiar with some very unique wildlife. Learning these things was so fun for me, and I can’t wait to see what the other seasons bring.… Continue Reading
How I Am
This post includes a selection of my very favorite Austin wildflowers. These photos all come from my morning walks with Leben, and bring joy to my heart. In trying to get back to blogging again, I’ve found myself struggling with… Continue Reading
Welcome to Austin
The past few days have been my first official days as an Austinite! (Is that right?) Austin welcomed me with delicious food, interesting people, and less-than-delightful weather. Two out of three ain’t bad. My first week in Austin, I tried… Continue Reading
Girls’ Trip
I spent a few lovely days on South Padre Island with my family last week! Mama, Abi, Annie and I had a fantastic time going to the beach, relaxing by the pool, eating delicious food, and enjoying the waves from… Continue Reading
Mandi’s Denton Area Trail Guide
This is the final post in Keeping the Flame’s “Farewell Denton” Series. This week will feature one post per day up until moving day, and will include reflections on my undergraduate experience, posts about Denton in general, and posts about… Continue Reading
5 Things UNT Gave Me
This is a post in Keeping the Flame’s “Farewell Denton” Series. This week will feature one post per day up until moving day (May 22), and will feature reflections on my undergraduate experience, posts about Denton in general, and posts… Continue Reading