Where I’ve Been. Where I Am. Where I’m Going.

I’ve been on a bit of a “hiatus” for the past three months and I thought maybe it was time to explain myself.

Some of you may have noticed I haven’t been tweeting or blogging or posting on social media in general as much (or at all. My blog sadly hasn’t been updated since March until today and my Facebook page went largely neglected as well). Some of you might not have missed me at all. » Read More

Help Us Change the World, One Child at a Time

Dear friends:

As you guys know, we are currently in the midst of “The Sass, Class & Compassion Tour”…and as a matter of fact, are currently driving through some very beautiful mountains somewhere in West Virginia!

Our first few live events have been wonderful and we cannot wait to see all God has in store for the rest of the tour.

Some of you might be wondering why we chose to call this “The Sass, Class & Compassion » Read More

A Lady Never…

In honor of the release of my brand new book, I’ve Never Been to Vegas but My Luggage Has, I thought I’d put together a list of the Top Ten Things That a Lady Never Does, inspired by the book. So read, share, enjoy…and feel free to add your own thoughts about what a lady does (or doesn’t do) in the comments below! And also grab your copy of the book now anywhere books are » Read More

Getting Uncomfortable in 2014: How a Crazy Idea Became a Reality

As you guys know, I have been on a “God Adventure” in 2014, with my only goal this year being to pursue Jesus with reckless abandon. And so far He’s challenging me to get uncomfortable in every last area of my life.

Like inspiring me to get in an RV for almost a month and travel the country to speak to women and promote I’ve Never Been to Vegas but My Luggage Has. He gave me » Read More

My Terrible, Awful, No Good, Very Bad Day…and What I Learned From It

Yesterday was a terrible, awful, no good, very bad day.

First, I went to go renew my driver’s license, only to encounter a snafu with some paperwork that left me standing in line trying to sort out my life for more than five hours.

After basically wasting the entire day, I got home and collapsed on the couch for a brief rest. And things started to look up. Briefly. That is, until I went to leave my » Read More

Ten Reasons to Give Yourself Permission to Write Your Own Fairytale

My new book I’ve Never Been to Vegas But My Luggage Has: Mishaps & Miracles on the Road to Happily Ever After came out on March 11th…and I can honestly say I’ve never been prouder of anything I’ve written in my life. It’s bold. It’s raw. It’s REAL. It’s my story, uncensored. And I honestly think it’s a story that all women, single or not, will find glimpses of themselves in.

The #1 message I wanted » Read More

The Moment Before The Moment

You know that moment right before Christmas Eve turns into Christmas morning? Or the night before you leave for vacation? Or the split second before you open a birthday gift you’ve been patiently waiting to open for weeks and though you can’t wait to see if it’s that thing you’ve been wanting for so long…a small part of you wants to hit the “pause” button and stay suspended in that moment between what could be » Read More

In Honor of My New Book…How About Some Free Gifts?!?

Hello, beautiful single women!
As you’ve probably been hearing me talk about, my brand new book I’ve Never Been to Vegas But My Luggage Has releases on March 11, 2014, but you can get some really fun FREE gifts if you order NOW!
If you order the hardcover or eBook of I’ve Never Been to Vegas But My Luggage Has before March 15, 2014, send a copy of your receipt or confirmation email to [email protected] and you » Read More

Join the Launch Team for My Brand New Book!

Hey ladies! I have SUCH an exciting announcement that is going to allow you all to get involved with spreading The Single Woman message of empowerment and positivity like never before!

My brand new book, I’ve Never Been to Vegas but My Luggage Has: Mishaps & Miracles on the Road to Happily Ever After hits bookstores on March 11th…but before that happens, we want to show the world what being a strong, confident single woman is » Read More

Something wonderful is on the horizon
Life doesn’t always look the way we want it to look. In Mandy’s upcoming book, Turn Toward the Sun: Releasing What If and Embracing What Is, you’ll find encouragement to live in the moment, sit with your experiences, and trust God with the unknown.
Preorder from Baker Book House for 40% off and free shipping!*
*US shipping only
Something wonderful is on the horizon
Turn Toward the Sun CoverLife doesn’t always look the way we want it to look. In Mandy’s upcoming book, Turn Toward the Sun: Releasing What If and Embracing What Is, you’ll find encouragement to live in the moment, sit with your experiences, and trust God with the unknown.
Preorder from Baker Book House for 40% off and free shipping!*
*US shipping only