by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 1, 2025 | Adoption, my life
November holds a special place in my heart because it is recognized across the U.S. as National Adoption Awareness Month. It’s the perfect opportunity to share the beauty of modern adoption. National Adoption Month is truly about celebrating new...
by Mardie Caldwell | Aug 16, 2025 | my life, recipes
I’m 100% Portuguese, with all my ancestors coming from the Azores islands. We recently made a trip to the Azores islands with our family to explore our great-great-great-grandparents’ homestead and meet relatives. Portuguese donuts, called “fillozes,” are...
by Mardie Caldwell | Mar 22, 2025 | my life
Traveling gives you so many great moments and memories that you’ll want to cherish forever. But since the trip is so packed with experiences, it might be difficult to recall everything exactly the way that it happened. People, places, events, and adventures will...
by Mardie Caldwell | Feb 22, 2025 | my life
Did you know that the average household spends $3,568 annually on entertainment? That figure seems jarring to most. If you’ve been looking for ways to save money, finding inexpensive family night ideas can help! You don’t need to spend much money to...
by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 14, 2024 | Adoption, my life
Each year, a different part of the Christmas story stands out to me. A part in the very beginning tugs on my heart this year. It reminds me of the legacy you’re already preparing for your adopted child. Today, I’d like to share this Christmas...
by Mardie Caldwell | Oct 5, 2024 | Motivational speaker, my life
Recently, I came across this image on Reddit, about how to hack your brain’s “happiness chemicals.” It’s such great advice for these trying times! I love this, and it made me realize that I am happiest when I do at least one thing in each box daily. Finding...
