I’m Melanie, married to Caleb. We are living our version of The Good Life, a day at a time, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Our foremost intention and purpose is our part in bringing to earth Christ’s kingdom, by being channels of His love (John 13:35).
Uninhibited love, costless beauty, aesthetic order, skilled musicianship, and meaningful conversation are the things that propel me forward.
what a beautiful vision!!!!! can’t wait to read more!!!!
Thank you, Ina!
[…] I want to emphasize, before I [quite vulnerably] reveal my heart on this controversial issue, that first and foremost, my belief is that my position is deeply personal. I hope with all my might that this post does not come across as soapbox-y, because I do not and cannot know whether or if the path I have chosen is “right” or “best” or “necessary” for you or anyone else. (If I felt that way, I might have titled this “Why Our Heads Should Be Covered” or “Why Head Covering is Important/Right/Biblical” or something of that nature.) What I do know, is that the path I have chosen IS right, good, and necessary for ME. […]
What a beautiful blog! My family just went to Lancaster and we loved it!
Thank you so much, Maddy! I’m pretty partial to Lancaster, myself. 😉
I just love you so much!!!
I just found your blog recently and have just now gone through and read a little, I just love it!
And can I just have your fall capsule wardrobe??!
I have been wanting to do the capsule thing for a little while now. I just need to start it but it’s so daunting!
Aw, thanks Britney!
I always tell people, Caroline Rector does a great job of helping people get started, so I definitely recommend taking a look at the Un-fancy blog from start to finish when you get a chance. 🙂 And definitely let me know if you have any questions that I can help with! I know it does seem overwhelming at first, but once I started I never looked back. It’s just so much fun!
Now I need to go check out your blog! Thanks for the love! ❤
You’re welcome!
I am one step ahead of you 😉
I have read from beginning to end of her blog already, and just re-read through it again last month. The first time I read through it it sounded crazy but this last time I thought it actually sounded nice! It would be nice to like all my clothes and have them go together. And not have to worry about shopping very often.
Yes please check it out! You’ll see my post on my latest obsession of capsule wardrobes lol
Wow, nice! 🙂 I remember thinking it was crazy at first too, and that I could never do it. I’ve been surprised at how easy it’s been, compared to how I first imagined it. Another thing I recommend if you need that extra kick to get started: listen to Caroline’s interview on The Lively Show podcast (episode #36).
Lol we are in sync girl, the kickstart that got me re-reading through Un-fancy again was hearing them talk about it on the lovely show!
I think you’re so great for recommending those things to people that are curious. Those are some really great resources.
That episode of The Lively Show was so amazing!
Girl I got nothing for ya then! Haha. Sounds like you’re well on your way to a great start. I can’t wait to hear about how it goes for you!
Lol I’m sorry!!! I’ve been super interested in it for a while and just never started. I love you blog though! I’ve been trying to find as many people that have done it to find more advice on it haha I just feel like I need more guidance. I wish I could just have someone do it with me lol I need emotional support!!
I am getting so annoyed with all the stuff I have around. I totally agree with the way you think of minimalism/essentialism.
I just want to have the things I love and use!
That’s awesome, and thanks. I would love to just be able to help you in person; that’s like my favorite thing to do right now. 🙂
Too bad you don’t live in Las Vegas! Lol
Yeah, wrong side of the country! 😛
hahahaha yeah. But I’m going to come to you with my questions when I have them!! Be warned!! Lol
I’ll look forward to it! 😊
😁