by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 13, 2025 | 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 message to...
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 | 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...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jun 8, 2024 | my life, recipes
I’m 100% Portuguese, and my ancestors came to the United States from the Azores islands of Portugal. A few years ago, I had the opportunity to travel to the Azores islands with my family. We had a wonderful time exploring our...
