My last daughter: If I would’ve known…

by Amanda Wells // January 18, 2019 // No Comments

When life surprises us, we can struggle against it or fight for it. The surprise of a second daughter turned out to be the most beautiful gift ever. If I’d known you were my last daughter, I might not have... Continue reading →

Grace for the Overwhelmed Mama

by Amanda Wells // January 17, 2019 // No Comments

  She stared at me blankly and refused to move. It wasn’t defiance. She was giving me grace, a chance to redeem myself, a chance to remember she is only a child and I had asked her to do a woman-sized... Continue reading →

The Moment I Knew I Loved You

by Amanda Wells // January 14, 2019 // No Comments

  From your cowboy boots to your slow smile, you had my heart from the beginning. Your country roots showed when you opened doors or opened your mouth with a “ma’am.” Respect rang out in your voice whether you spoke with... Continue reading →

In Real Life: Cooking with the Wells

by Amanda Wells // January 11, 2019 // No Comments

  I overslept again. He stood next to my bed whispering, “Mama, mama! Can we eat yet?” I fumbled around for my phone to check the time when he said my alarm went off over an hour ago. They thought I... Continue reading →

The Reality of Death as an Adult: It Changed Me

by Amanda Wells // January 7, 2019 // No Comments

  My birthday is this month but rather than thinking about life, my thoughts are centered around death. Which is morbid, I know, but if you’ll hang tight, you’ll see why. Experiencing the death of a loved one as an... Continue reading →

2019 Word for the Year: Fearless

by Amanda Wells // January 1, 2019 // No Comments

  She stood still, shaking her head and refusing to budge. “I’m not going on that,” she insisted. We pleaded but she resisted our persuasions. Despite our best effort, she wouldn’t be joining us on the biggest roller coaster in the... Continue reading →

Pigeon Forge, TN: Foodie stop {Restaurant Review}

by Amanda Wells // December 30, 2018 // No Comments

One of our recent favorite activities is finding the best local restaurants to eat at, whether we’re at home or out of town. We look for the best quality of food for the best price because with a big family... Continue reading →