by Simply Olivia Grace | Apr 18, 2019 | thoughts
When I first heard that Notre Dame was burning, it was mid-afternoon in California and I had arrived home after my lunch shift at the restaurant. I set my keys on the counter. My mom was sitting in the living room, amazed, and showed me the video. I watched the...
by Simply Olivia Grace | Apr 11, 2019 | thoughts
Growing up in the Church, I used to be under the general impression that the Christian life was meant to be miserable. Oh sure, I figured God wanted “good” things for me—salvation, an eternity strumming harps in the clouds, a healthy dose of suffering, and a lifetime...
by Simply Olivia Grace | Apr 8, 2019 | thoughts
Last Saturday, I got to see a concert of one of my favorite bands in existence: Switchfoot. They are an amazing band with a message of hope and intentionality to spread to the world. I wholeheartedly recommend their music, with thirteen albums released in the last...
by Simply Olivia Grace | Apr 4, 2019 | thoughts
“If we find ourselves with a desire that nothing in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that we were made for another world.”C.S. Lewis Have you ever felt a boundless sensation of longing, a feeling like a siren’s song in the distance? It sweeps...
by Simply Olivia Grace | Mar 21, 2019 | thoughts
“Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn.”Lewis Grizzard Hey guys! I’m back. Spring is budding everywhere here on the west coast. Last weekend, unusually warm, meant crowded beaches filled with beach towels and boogie boards and colorful...
by Simply Olivia Grace | Feb 14, 2019 | thoughts
When I opened my notebook to write this blog post today, I meant only to write a letter of inspiration or a step-by-step guide to having an awesome solo Valentine’s day. But instead, I want to remind you a few things that I’ve been reminding myself lately. 1. First...