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So many answered prayers in the last 18 months. 🥹 It’s good for the soul to pause and reflect. God
So many answered prayers in the last 18 months. 🥹 It’s good for the soul to pause and reflect. God is good hallelujah
April 22, 2026The Honest Shruth — Travel, Food & Lifestyle by Shruthi Parker
travel
Where and What to Shop in Porto, Portugal: Tiles, Port, and Fashion
If I’m being honest, Porto is much more of a looking and exploring city than it is a shopping city. That said, I think the three staples to shop for here are tiles, port, and cork. I’m not the biggest fan of cork, so I opted for a beautiful dress instead. The prices are reasonable, […]
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There is zero chance I would feel grounded in motherhood (and frankly life) without God.
There is zero chance I would feel grounded in motherhood (and frankly life) without God. He tells us to come when we’re weary and heavy. He sees every tear
April 20, 2026
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I’ll remember yesterday forever. 🥹💓 What a gift to be at the @dearmomconference in Laguna Beach wi
I’ll remember yesterday forever. 🥹💓 What a gift to be at the in Laguna Beach with 500+ moms raising their sweet kiddos with disabilities. I got to share on Living Openhanded, but the richest part was YOU and your stories
April 19, 2026
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That “amazing deal” on blue kids’ swimsuits? Yeah… there’s a reason. 🙃 Bright, neon colors = way ea
That “amazing deal” on blue kids’ swimsuits. Yeah… there’s a reason. 🙃 Bright, neon colors = way easier to spot in the water
April 8, 2026
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I know there are brothers & sisters all around the world celebrating Easter in secret or forced quie
I know there are brothers & sisters all around the world celebrating Easter in secret or forced quiet today, so we sang extra loud *for you* at the top of our lungs: “All Hail KING JESUS. All Hail the Lord of heaven and earth. All Hail King Jesus
April 5, 2026
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Heavy on that last slide! 🤍 Who’s someone in your life that cares like this? Share it with them 🤍
Heavy on that last slide. 🤍 Who’s someone in your life that cares like this. Share it with them 🤍 What’s your first instinct when someone offers help… yes or no
April 1, 2026Most Popular
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The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, AZ Review – 9 Nights
We recently stayed at the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain in Arizona for nine nights. We drove from Austin and broke up our drive with a stay in Marfa on the way there and back. You can read all about our stay at the Hotel Saint George here. We picked the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain for a few […]
September 1, 2020
Taste
Best Moroccan and Mediterranean Cuisine in Austin : Darna Restaurant
I had the pleasure of trying out Darna Mediterranean and Moroccan cuisine recently. Ever since I visited Marrakesh Morocco, I have wholly hopped on board the Moroccan food train. The spices are eclectic, the flavors are enticing, and the colors are beautiful. We’ve made a decent amount of Moroccan food at home in our clay […]
January 17, 2019
Taste
My Favorite Indian Restaurants Around the World
There is nothing quite like Indian food. Especially after hours of international travel. Maybe I am a teeeensy bit biased because I am *cough* Indian. But my husband would say the same, and he is straight-up Texan. Like boots-wearing, Jeep-driving Texan. Trying new Indian restaurants is on our MUST-DO list anytime we travel. If you've been […]
January 10, 2018
Motherhood/pregnancy
Gender Reveal Ideas and Telling Our Family and Friends
In case you didn't see our Instagram gender reveal post, we are having a girl!!!!!! Can I tell you how AMAZING it feels not to call our baby “it” or “they” anymore?! Now we get to say she and her and every time I do I still can’t really believe we are having a baby […]
June 20, 2019
Taste
Best Places to Eat in Rosemary Beach, Watercolor, and Seaside, Florida
We had a fantastic time exploring and eating our way around Rosemary Beach, Watercolor, and Seaside, Florida. If you're heading to one of these beach towns soon, I've got you covered on the best places to eat for breakfast, brunch, coffee, lunch, dinner, and dessert! Pescado Type of Food: American, Seafood Address: 74 Town Hall […]
May 28, 2019
Travel
How to Pack for a Four Night Trip
Recently, I went on a trip to Morocco. Since we didn't check-in any bags, I only packed a duffle bag and my tote purse. I knew packing would be complicated as we were planning on swimming, hiking in the mountains, eating out at nice restaurants, and walking through the city. To add to that, the […]
February 7, 2017Browse by Category
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Hotel Magdalena Austin, TX Review – One Night
Last week, I treated my hubby to opening night at Hotel Magdalena, Austin’s newest hotel that is also part of the Music Lane development! He has been following the Lake Flato design closely, and ooooh mama Hotel Magdalena did not disappoint. In his words, “This hotel is when renderings aren’t dreams, they’re reality.” Below is […]
September 23, 2020Travel
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, AZ Review – 9 Nights
We recently stayed at the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain in Arizona for nine nights. We drove from Austin and broke up our drive with a stay in Marfa on the way there and back. You can read all about our stay at the Hotel Saint George here. We picked the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain for a few […]
September 1, 2020
Travel
Hotel Saint George Review, Marfa, Texas
Do you have a place that you enjoy going to so much that you kind of don't want to share it with people, but you know they'll love it if you do? HAHA. That's what Hotel Saint George in Marfa, Texas, is like for my hubby and me. You might be thinking, Marfa?! That's so […]
August 25, 2020Taste
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My Everlywell Food Sensitivity Test Results
Everlywell sponsors this blog post, but all opinions are my own. Last month, I took the Everlywell Food Sensitivity Test, and I am ready to share which foods I am reactive to! Before I dive into my food sensitivity test results, let me tell you why I took the test and the process. PS, if […]
March 27, 2021
Taste/recipes
Frozen Vegan Hot Chocolate Recipe
Let me just tell you this frozen hot chocolate is amazing. I didn’t follow any recipe and just experimented with the ingredients but it came out tasting great! I love a classic hot chocolate as much as the next person but sometimes, when you live in Texas and it’s 75° in December, you crave a […]
December 16, 2020
Taste
You're Looking At A New Whole Foods Market Local Ambassador!
This post is sponsored by Whole Foods Market but all opinions are my own. Hey y'all! Happy New Year! Hope your 2020 is going stellar and that you've finally caught up on rest after the holidays. I have some exciting news for you. *Drumroll please* This year I am a...Whole Foods Market Local Ambassador! This is such an […]
January 14, 2020Thoughts
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So many answered prayers in the last 18 months. 🥹 It’s good for the soul to pause and reflect. God
So many answered prayers in the last 18 months. 🥹 It’s good for the soul to pause and reflect. God is good hallelujah
April 22, 2026Thoughts
There is zero chance I would feel grounded in motherhood (and frankly life) without God.
There is zero chance I would feel grounded in motherhood (and frankly life) without God. He tells us to come when we’re weary and heavy. He sees every tear
April 20, 2026Thoughts
I’ll remember yesterday forever. 🥹💓 What a gift to be at the @dearmomconference in Laguna Beach wi
I’ll remember yesterday forever. 🥹💓 What a gift to be at the in Laguna Beach with 500+ moms raising their sweet kiddos with disabilities. I got to share on Living Openhanded, but the richest part was YOU and your stories
April 19, 2026Style
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Mommy & Me Matching Holiday Outfits
This blogpost is sponsored by Walmart but all opinions within it are my own. Tell me why I always said I'd never be that mom who matches with her kids, but now I kind of maybe don't mind it at all?! Seriously, it's genuinely fun matching with my girl because she thinks it's so fun! […]
December 19, 2022
Style/ideas
Celebrating Advent With Toddlers
My toddlers are 2 and 3 this year so I figured it was the perfect time to start teaching them about Advent and celebrating with them. How cute is this calendar!! As my mom always says, anticipation before an event is half the fun! So here we are building that anticipation for Christmas Day. I […]
December 1, 2022
Style/fashion
Best Holiday Outfits
This post is sponsored by Walmart but all opinions within it are my own. Stylish Holiday Outfits for Every Occasion No matter what kind of holiday outfit you are looking for this holiday season, Walmart has it all! Whether you are looking for a cozy plaid sweater with jeans combo or some thing a little […]
November 27, 2022Motherhood
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Motherhood
Gift Basket for Amazing NICU Nurses
This article is sponsored by Walmart but all thoughts within are my own. After our daughter spent 53 days in the NICU, I wanted to do something special as a thank you. Yes, saying thank you is always a good idea and a handwritten note is super special too. But my love language is gifts […]
October 9, 2022
Motherhood/mom-shop
Back to School Essentials for Toddlers at Walmart
I can't believe it's already time to get things ready for the new school year! My daughter and I shopped all things Walmart for back-to-school gear she wanted and we found the cutest things! From this set that comes with a backpack, lunchbox, and headphones to this set of two puzzles (alphabet and numbers), they […]
July 22, 2022
Motherhood/mom-shop
Mother's Day Gift Guide 2021
This post is sponsored by Walmart but all opinions are my own. This Mother's Day is so special to me! It's my first mother's day with both my kiddos! I am so excited to celebrate and also celebrate my mom and mother-in-law. I already finished my mother's day shopping and this year I shopped every […]
April 8, 2021Womanhood
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Womanhood/dating-marriage
10 Socially Distanced Date Night Ideas
Dating during the pandemic has been iiiinteresting! We see a lot of each other, but it’s not necessarily quality time. It’s usually filled with work, babies, work, and babies. Oh, and Netflix. A large amount of Netflix. We’ve started incorporating more intentional at-home date nights and can feel the reconnection already. If you read my blogpost concerning […]
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Womanhood/love-is
[No. 93] Love Is Real Mom Friends.
One has a baby in heaven.⠀ One has a baby on the way.⠀ One breastfeeds.⠀ One bottle feeds.⠀ One baby naps more.⠀ One baby sleeps through the night more.⠀ One had an unmedicated birth.⠀ One had an epidural.⠀ One baby is teething.⠀ One baby is crawling. ⠀ One uses her carrier more.⠀ One uses her […]
July 10, 2020
Womanhood/dating-marriage
Why I Waited Till Marriage to Have Sex
Did you get married young so you could have sex? How in the world are you going to wait till you get married to have sex? You are being naive! Try it before you buy it! Sex is so important in dating! Have you guys really even dated? That sucks that you can't express physical […]
February 22, 2020
From my heart to yours
Living Open-Handed
This book started as journal entries during one of the hardest seasons of my life — when nothing was going according to plan and I had to learn, day by day, to open my hands and let go.
It became a 90-day devotional for anyone who's been there too. Short, honest readings for the mornings when you need to be encouraged by scripture and softened by grace.
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