Every family has that one person whose presence feels like sunshine.In our family, that person is my niece, nine years old, in fourth grade, autistic, and one of the most beautifully spirited children I've ever known. She's tiny because of a genetic condition that affects her growth. Her mom is short, her sister is short… but don't let her size fool you. This little girl carries the kind of spirit that fills an entire room. She walks in with love, sweetness, generosity, and

(From Someone Whose Love Language Is Not Gifts… But Still Loves to Give Thoughtfully) Let me start by telling the absolute truth: I do not like Christmas shopping. There, I said it. I'm not one of those people who gets excited about browsing aisles, wrapping gifts, or building a color-coordinated mountain under the tree. That is simply not my ministry. Gifts are not my love language. I would much rather you give me a hug, do something kind, or help me with something on my to-

OK, here’s the thing: we’ve all heard about this “soft life” everyone keeps talking about, but for most Gen X women? It feels like some Instagram fantasy that has nothing to do with our actual lives. But let’s talk about it , because a soft life doesn’t mean everything is easy. It means you choose peace over constant pressure. It’s not laziness; it’s literally survival. Living softly means you intentionally design your life around balance, joy, and sustainability rather than