Live Original
As I have recently celebrated my thirtieth birthday, I can’t help but reflect on the past decade, how I have grown and evolved as an individual, and where I hope to go in this next decade, the Lord willing. When people ask me if I’m ready or dreading the thought of turning thirty, it immediately […]
There is something incredible about not only God’s design for marriage, but what it feels like to actually dwell in a good marriage. In dwelling, it is not simply a state of finding yourself in a good marriage, but the product of working at a good marriage. Brett and I will soon be approaching our […]
Parent’s Responsibility It doesn’t matter what denomination of Christianity you’re affiliated with, I think we can all agree that it is the parent’s responsibility to teach their children about their faith in an effort that one day, our children will personalize it for themselves and walk in Truth. You can drag your children to church, […]
“Honey, there’s a hearse that just pulled up to purchase something I sold on Marketplace! Can you come down and meet the guy with me?!” Seriously, I sold a box of radiant barrier that was stored in our shed (insignificant detail) to someone who pulled up in a hearse. My neighbors had to have thought […]
This year American households plan to spend $1,300 dollars shopping for Christmas gifts on average. In most cases spending money they don’t have to buy roughly $400 dollars worth of presents per child. American culture always seems to find a way to take a nice gesture and grossly blow it out of proportion. Leading me […]
Just as one does an annual spring cleaning, so too is it important to do a winter cleaning. If you think about it, the home becomes a very busy place in the dead of the winter. Children and adults alike do less escaping to the outdoors, and spend more of their leisure time inside. Naturally, […]
I am convinced that prepping for the long days of winter can be just as exciting as the first warm breeze of spring. All this month, I want to share what has been on my heart, as well as what has been my routine to tackle even the longest, coldest days of winter. Today, it’s […]
If you know me either personally or through this median, you have gathered by now that I have had a history of quick, painless labors. It is a unique experience to say the least, one that I too tell others that I am in disbelief over. This is a lengthy blog, but how can one […]
If you have been following our social media platforms, you already know that I recently became an aunt for the first time. I should say an official aunt, because there are several children in my life who I’ve seemingly adopted as my nieces and nephews. Nevertheless, watching my sister bring a baby into this world […]
As the year is approaching its halfway mark I can’t help but think about the goals that I had set earlier in the year. Evaluating if I’m taking the proper steps to achieving those goals. Identify areas that need some fine tuning and adjustments. Outside of my professional goals that I set annually. There is […]
Beyond the basic necessities of providing for a family there are 4 things that all parents need. All too often I hear of stories of people not having one of these items. Life can throw some series curveballs at times. Having the proper things in place could help ensure you can handle the unexpected. Abby […]
We have never met someone that hasn’t at least thought of a New Year resolution. Whether it’s wishful thinking or a serious resolution, less than 8% of people actually stick to their original goal. Maybe it’s due to a lack of time management, unrealistic goals or something else. Instead of going with the mundane, why […]
Embracing Your Purpose and Impact Personal Goals I have always been someone that wants to be the best version of myself. A life long learner. Striving to push myself to excel; to do better. I’ve set goals for every area of my life: education, work, guitar, fitness, you get the idea. Life is busy and […]
The Origin Growing up, cleanliness was one of the foremost lessons I was taught in life. I recall the order of life lessons being somewhat as followed: Growing in the knowledge and love of Jesus, fostering relationships with others and how to act accordingly, and keeping a clean, organized space. Before I could learn these […]
Social Media was Comfortable Since the day I begged my parents for a Facebook at the beginning of high school, social media has always been a big part of my life. I cringe now when I say that “(social media) has always been a big part…”, largely because I’ve recalibrated my life to involve the […]
Children deserve our excellence. In my journey of motherhood, I am often inspired by mothers who tell me “I wish I knew this…” or “I wish I did this…”, implying that with knowledge and experience, they recognized a more efficient or fruitful means by which to do something. These are the mothers who truly inspire […]
Jesus Changes Everything Going about my days, I have thought about so many things I could talk upon regarding what sets us apart as a couple and as a family. I humbly write this, not to boast in our own accomplishments, but to boast in the power and unexplainable grace from Him who lives in […]
The Compound Effect The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy was an eye opening book that changed the way I manage and use my time. Each chapter echoed the process of the compound effect in which small choices + consistency + time = significant results. Seemly small insignificant choices such as: reading, working out, watching tv, […]
A Hand In Everything – Personal Development I’m excited to start my first independent post. For my wonderful wife of almost four years, this writing “stuff” comes easy. For myself, starting a blog was definitely out of my comfort zone but, nevertheless, it has been a great tool for stretching my limits. Grammar, punctuation and […]
Check out my newborn essentials list! I am so excited about it. I could add so much more, but I will leave it at this for now. All of the products listed are items that I have purchased and am currently using. They have been true lifesavers. I pray this finds some mama out there […]
A lot of people have reached out to hear my birthing stories, especially with the latest arrival of my son. In a small town like mine, I quickly became famous (among my awesome medical team at St.Mary’s) for silent labors. I don’t know why this blessing fell upon me. It’s actually something I continue to […]
Who We Are – Our Maverick Story: Welcome to Maverick Life! We would like to start by introducing ourselves: We are Brett and Abby Stanavich, high school sweethearts from a small town, together for over ten years and married for three. Our journey has been nothing short of amazing. We have been through wonderful seasons […]
