When our family has a cookout, it’s usually a gathering for a big group of people. The menu includes hamburgers and hot dogs, and guests often bring side dishes and desserts. Cheerful touches like a checked tablecloth and flowers create a festive atmosphere. Make some iced tea and lemonade, and you’ve got a party! If…
Have you ever felt like you needed to pinch yourself because you thought you might be dreaming? Last weekend felt a little like that for me at the T-Tapp Wellness Weekend, followed by the filming of a new set of workouts. When I started T-Tapp nearly seven years ago, I couldn’t have imagined ending up…
Most of you know that a few months ago I decided to take a break from blogging and writing a newsletter due to the reality of a happy and busy life. But lately I’ve realized that I miss blogging and really miss helping and encouraging people. I’ve missed connecting with the readers of This Lovely…
It’s easy to get into a habit of looking dowdy or sloppy at home. After all, who’s going to see us? In today’s episode, I make the case for taking a little extra care with your appearance at home. Don’t worry, this isn’t a guilt-inducing, perfectionist rant. It’s just a friendly neighborhood reminder that your…
Not many of us are in danger of giving ourselves too much grace. We often tend to focus on our faults and things we shouldn’t have said. In this podcast episode, I encourage listeners to take thoughts of self-criticism captive and replace them with grace. Try the assignment I give and experience the benefits of…
It’s storm season in Oklahoma. A few days ago some places in our state experienced hail the size of baseballs! Having lived in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas all of my life, thunderstorms, hail and tornadoes are a fact of life. They’re an expected part of the season, just like snow in winter and triple-digit temperatures…