She Lives Free

Giving Back, for Good! – Holiday Acts of Kindness

Tis the season for holiday acts of kindness!  Have you ever noticed that more people tend to take notice of the need for giving and volunteerism around the holidays?  There’s just something about Thanksgiving and Christmas that inspires many people to look outside of themselves and put the focus on others.  But what if we all adopted a more selfless… Read More

Acts of Kindness Christmas Countdown Calendars (Free Printables)

I am a firm believer that small intentional acts of kindness can change the world and absolutely know that even busy Moms and little kids can make a big impact. “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” – Mother Teresa Recently, a blogging friend shared such wise words in a write up on Daily Points… Read More

You Don’t Want A Boring Story

“You know Syb, I think this is just supposed to be part of your life story.  You’re going to be able to encourage someone else through this. And you know you don’t want a boring life story.” She listened to me describe my confusion and discouragement over a disappointing meeting that played out the one way I never would have… Read More

3 Ways to Give on a Budget: Acts of Kindness

I’ve had the privilege of getting to know the amazing Amy Sullivan through my bloggers’ group, Blogging for Good.  Today she is joining us to share 3 Ways to Give on a Budget  🙂 One of my best friends lives small in order to give big. My friend tucks her family of seven into an 1100 square foot townhome. She shops at consignment stores… Read More

How Hope Can Change the World From the Inside Out

I am beyond humbled and grateful my friend Katie from Kangacoo.com is here today sharing her heart on the current global refugee crisis. Here is how hope can truly change the world! Here’s the deal. I’m calling a spade a spade. Syrians need help. The same Syrians who celebrated in the streets on 9/11. The same Syrians who meet regularly to denounce… Read More

Why You Need to Know Your Neighbors (and Helpful Hints to Make it Happen)

About a year ago now, I wrote a guest post for The Well Studio on how to live missionally in your community and neighborhood – maybe you remember it?  I shared my heart on how easy it is to think that living life on mission must look a lot like being a missionary in a foreign country or dropping everything to… Read More