Modern Burlap Journal

Heading into Father’s Day, I’m stepping out to share a vulnerable part of my personal story with you, not to seek sympathy but rather to share a different perspective of where my heart is every year at this time. I was born in Pensacola, Florida in 1990, at the end of the "American Crack Epidemic."  It is my understanding that my biological mother was an addict, and I vaguely remember finding out in Kindergarten that the man on my birth certificate was not my father.  God the Father carried me through the Florida foster care system and through many homes. He was ever present, and I...

It’s no secret— dads are notoriously hard to shop for! I thought I'd help you out by sharing this printable + this one I made for my husband, father, and father-in-law! I'm pairing them with a ton of artwork I curated from all 3 of our boys, and boom - Father’s Day gifts are DONE! Who else loves homemade gifts? Artwork with the kids' handprints and footprints is my personal favorite. It's so much fun to see how much bigger they get year after year, plus the added memories of crafting together! I would love to see how you're using your printable and what you're...

Yesterday I read about Kate Spade's passing. I also read that suicide is among the leading causes of death in the United States. Today I wanted to take action. I wanted to spread one message to all experiencing sadness, to all suffering from mental illness, to all experiencing pain.  Today I choose to share these 3 words: there is hope. Join me in sharing this message. Print this free printable I created, and share it in your home, among your friends, etc.   We may live in a broken, sin filled world, but it won't be like this forever. Christ will come again,...

Hey there hey! Are you in need of a last-minute Mother's Day gift? If so, here are 5 unique gifts you can shop right here. Use code GiftMe until May 9, 2018 for 20% off all 5 items. Then select Priority 2-3 Day Shipping for delivery by Mother's Day! xo, Samantha   1. Reversible Single Cross Blanket 2. All the coffee campfire mug 3. Graphite linen placemats 4.  Hand Painted Salt and Pepper Shaker Set 5. Hand Painted Utensil Set