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An Invitation to See Ordinary as Your Superpower
Could average be your superpower? When it comes to changing the world for God, ordinary may be just the thing.

Cara McLauchlan


What I Learned This Summer & My Summer's End Picnic Menu
What did you learn this summer? Here are my three takeaways, along with a summer's end picnic menu in case you need some inspiration.

Cara McLauchlan


My Sweetest Back to School Encouragement for You
No one in my home is heading back to school this season. But here are a few sweet words for parents as they prepare for the year ahead.

Cara McLauchlan


3 Simple Ideas for When Life Feels Chaotic
This week I needed a minute to catch my breath. You too? Here are three simple ideas to support you when life feels like it's a bit much.

Cara McLauchlan


3 Thoughts on Combatting an Ordinary Life
I love adventure. But I'm not always good at it. Here are three ideas I'm working on to invite more adventure into my daily life.

Cara McLauchlan


Maycember & Ordinary Lovely Things for You
How's your Maycember going? May is more than ever like December now, minus the cookies. Here's what's good around here.

Cara McLauchlan


The Joy of Saying Yes & April Ordinary Lovely Things
Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my April. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.

Cara McLauchlan


March Ordinary Lovely Things for You
Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my March. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.

Cara McLauchlan


March Good Things I'm Reading (and Cooking) Lately
March makes me long for all the springy things - including fresh books and bright recipes. Here's what I've been into this month.

Cara McLauchlan


A Few Kind Reminders About Rest
Rest is something I know is good for me, but I'm not good at practicing. Here are a few gentle reminders to encourage more restful living.

Cara McLauchlan


My February Ordinary Lovely Things
Sharing what's ordinary and lovely for my February. Hoping it inspires you to take note of what is ordinary and lovely for you too.

Cara McLauchlan


Three Ideas to Make Mondays a Smidge Easier
My friend Barbara loves Mondays. So much she calls them "Mon-Yays." Wherever you land, here are three ideas to love Mondays a smidge more.

Cara McLauchlan


Good Things I've Been Reading (and Cooking) Lately
Winter is meant for puttering - a little of this and that. Especially perusing a few good books - here are my winter favs.

Cara McLauchlan


My January Ordinary Lovely Things
What's to love about January? Turns out there are quite a few ordinary lovely things.

Cara McLauchlan


Merry Christmas vs. Happy Christmas vs. Cheers to All
Wrapping up the year with a post on Merry vs. Happy Christmas and all the ways you celebrate. Plus my dad's Puerto Rican Egg Nog recipe.

Cara McLauchlan


All My Thanksgiving Favorites
A lovely feast of my favorite stories and treats for all things Thanksgiving.

Cara McLauchlan


How Do You Practice True Thanksgiving?
This week I came across this question: "How do you practice true Thanksgiving?" Here's my answer, but it's a good one to ask yourself too.

Cara McLauchlan


Two Words You Can Use To Offer Light
Sharing the words, "come over" is a sweet opportunity to connect. Here's a favorite story about the impact of these two little words.

Cara McLauchlan


How to Ask for What You Need
Sometimes it's easy to ask for what you need when it's simple stuff. Matters of the heart are a harder ask. Here's my story.

Cara McLauchlan


Remember This When You Want to Quit
Do you ever feel like quitting? Me too. This was my "quitting day" story and the best advice for what I did next.

Cara McLauchlan
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