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Surrender to Abundance

I’ve been feeling a lot of tension in my life lately, and I don’t think I’ve been handling it in the best way. It’s gotten me down. I’ve been feeling very stuck. You might find yourself asking, “how could SHE feel stuck? She’s living in Greece and having the time of her life.” Mindset doesn’t…

Better Today (and a Promise for Tomorrow)

Forgive me, friends. I forgot how wonderful it is to spend time together here. I started on a few large writing projects last year, and the moment output is tied to monetary gain, my fingers become lead. My desire to write (in any formal way) finds itself sealed tightly in a box, which as you…

A Life Well-Lived

The past year has been an incredible experience. I’d love to sit here today and write a poetic, concise list of the things I’ve learned since moving abroad, but we know it’s not that simple. If there’s one thing I keep coming back to, it’s this: Live life with urgency, but patiently watch it unfold.…

Everywhere Present Filling All Things: Holy Friday

I live between two churches: one on my street and the other three blocks away. Their bells are always beautiful, and today they hold extra special meaning. The biggest difference for me this Holy Week has been the constant presence of God.  A well-known Orthodox prayer contains this phrase: “everywhere present filling all things,” and Greece takes…

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About Me

Hi, I’m Lillie. Previously a magazine editor, I became a full-time mother and freelance writer in 2017. I spend most of my time with my kids and husband over at The Brown Bear Family but this blog is for my love of food and sharing my favorites with you!

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