Parenting with Peace: How Faith Helps Me Navigate Chaos, Fear, and Responsibility

Parenting is not what I expected it to be. I imagined long, quiet mornings reading books to my kids, leisurely walks in the park, and smooth routines where everything went according to plan. Reality is different. There are sleepless nights, meltdowns, and moments where I feel completely unprepared. For a while, I carried the fear […]
Beyond the Ring: What WWE Teaches About Heroes, Villains, and Real-Life Grit

I have been a fan of professional wrestling for most of my life. Growing up in Watkinsville, Georgia, I remember watching WWE and WWE NXT on TV, captivated by the larger-than-life characters, dramatic storylines, and the raw athleticism of the performers. At first, it was pure entertainment. I loved the spectacle, the excitement, and the […]
Digital vs. Physical Play: Lessons from Video Games and Tabletop Gaming

When I look back at how I’ve spent my free time over the years, two things stand out as lifelong constants—video games and tabletop games. From long nights exploring the worlds of Morrowind and Skyrim, to afternoons spent painting Warhammer 40K miniatures and setting up battles across the dining table, these hobbies have been more […]
Faith, Art, and Reflection: Finding Sacred Moments in Everyday Creativity

When I sit down with a paintbrush in hand or start strumming a simple tune on my guitar, I’m not just trying to make something pretty or sound good. I’m looking for stillness—what I’ve come to think of as a sacred moment. Over the years, I’ve realized that faith and creativity have a lot in […]
Art in Small Spaces: Finding Meaning Through Miniatures and Watercolor

Art doesn’t always need a gallery or a grand canvas. Sometimes, the most meaningful creations happen on a small desk in the corner of a room. For me, that’s where most of my art lives—between watercolor paper and a line of tiny painted figures. My workspace might be small, but it’s become a world of […]
The Comfort of Nostalgia: Growing Up with Games, Cartoons, and Comics

There’s something special about the things that shaped us when we were young. For me, it was a mix of games, cartoons, and comics. Even now, decades later, those stories and sounds feel like old friends. When life gets busy or stressful, I still find comfort in revisiting the worlds I grew up with—whether that’s […]