'Happy Birthday to me!' by Gigi Gina shares her experience of having a birthday so close to Christmas, which she has often found challenging due to the holiday fatigue and cold winter weather in Nashville. After spending many birthdays feeling isolated, especially during the tough times of Christmas 2020, Gina made a life-changing decision to [...]
'Emmanuel' by Gigi In this post, Gina shares her experience as a single mom navigating the whirlwind of the holiday season. Between managing Christmas preparations, baking professionally, and balancing everyday life, she often finds herself exhausted by the time Christmas Day arrives. Despite the chaos, Gina reflects on the importance of slowing down, focusing on [...]
'The Holiday Season is Magical' by Gigi In this post, Gina reflects on the spirit of hospitality that fills the air during the holiday season. Inspired by the greatest gift, God’s son, Gina explores the joy of giving—whether through presents, food, or welcoming guests into our homes. She fondly recalls her childhood memories of preparing [...]
'Thank you very much!' by Gigi In this heartfelt reflection, Gina shares her experience backstage at a local theater production of Scrooge, where she was helping her daughter with costume changes. She expresses awe at the talent within their community and how it touched her. Gina has always been moved by the story of Scrooge, [...]
"''Traditions To Pass Onto Your Child' by Gigi" Becoming a mom, I wanted to establish meaningful traditions, especially at Christmas. The day after Thanksgiving, instead of shopping, we go get our Christmas tree. Growing up, I loved cutting down our tree at a farm with my brothers, playing hide-and-seek, and seeing my parents join in [...]
"'Fishers of Men' by Gigi" Spending a Saturday fishing with my family, I wondered: what makes fishing so appealing? Is it the peacefulness of being out on the water, the thrill of the catch, or the gamble of not knowing what’s beneath the surface? Fishing has been around since the beginning, and it made me [...]
"There’s so much to be thankful for" As 2024 winds down, I find myself reflecting on the many things I’m grateful for. I’m thankful for the victory in the 2024 election, for the preservation of our freedoms, and for the leaders who are standing firm against the tide. It’s heartening to see those chosen for [...]
"'A Lesson from Indy Jones' by Gigi" Fear not. The Bible tells us to "fear not" 365 times—one for every day. That’s no coincidence. God knew how difficult life would be, so He placed reminders in His word. As we face challenges, we’re called to trust and remember that we are not alone. I’ve spoken [...]
"'We forgot that freedom isn’t free' by Gigi" On the morning of November 5th, I found myself wide awake at 4 a.m., anxiously awaiting the election results. It was a feeling of tension like no other, praying for a victory that felt so critical. When the news finally came, it was overwhelming: a win for [...]
"'Pray, Pray, Pray by Gigi" When feeling frustrated, scared, happy, or anxious, turning to prayer can bring peace. One night, rest was elusive, and worries about the rising cost of living, providing for family, and the upcoming election took over. Despite the quiet around, the mind wouldn’t stop racing. A childhood song came to mind, [...]