Welcome to My Slice of Joy, a blog where I’ll share a little bit of everything going on in my life. I aim to be real, vulnerable, and authentic in sharing my journey as a wife, mom, bereaved parent, and follower of Christ. I love the simple joys in life: strong coffee, good books, fluffy corgis, and the smell of rain.

Advent: A Season of Longing

Christmas is my favorite time of year. I’ve been longing for this season for months. The friends and family, the holly and jolly, the baking and singing, the cold and snuggly, the hope and magic. And it’s finally here!!

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Pork Fried Rice

I honestly thinnk this pork fried rice will make you rethink buying it from a restaurant. It’s that good! It’s a great way to use leftover rice, and is a really easy dinner to pull together on a busy night.

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“Caprese Gone Wild” Pasta Salad

Personally, I can never get enough Caprese, especially in the summer. There’s nothing quite like the tantalizing combination of creamy fresh mozzarella, perky slices of ripe tomatoes, and the herby kiss of fresh basil. So what could possibly be better than combining those classic Caprese flavors with the reliable goodness of a pasta salad?!

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Ripen Like Rainbows: Slowing Down in a Pandemic

Just how many rainbows have we missed over the years? Seriously stop to think about it. They’re such short-lived, little gems of nature that are gone as fast as they arrive, yet they have the power to turn a mundane spring storm into a cherished and long-lasting memory. That’s such incredible potential!

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AgapeCare Cradle Newsletter Dec 2019

Last summer, I was given a pretty cool opportunity to share some of my (and Morgan’s) story. I was asked to write an article that would be the feature story of the December edition of the AgapeCare Cradle Newsletter.

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