Julia Wallace
Julia and her husband moved from Southern California to Texas in 2014. They love exploring their new home state and finding fun things to do with their two sons who were born in 2015 and 2018. She studied Theology and Fine Arts in college and enjoys using that unique combination in daily life! She’s spent many years working at her church with women, children and youth ministry. Before moving to Texas she owned a dance studio where she loved to help people realize their passions and talents in dance and acting. She is now enjoying the daily adventures of Mom life while writing about faith, family life, photography, and healthy food on her blog, SouthernMercy.wordpress.com and on Instagram @jewelswallace. Recently, she and her husband have started on a Foster to Adoption journey and are looking forward to the adventures that await.
Embracing Vulnerability :: Connections that Change You
If you never share your real self, you’ll never know that sweet level of deeper friendship.
You Don’t Have To “Wait Until Your Father Gets Home!”
Lately I’ve been hearing this a lot. "Just wait until your father gets home!" My friends and I are sharing our struggles with disciplining our little ones and someone says they are frustrated because...
Just Between Friends: Why You Need To Shop This Consignment Sale
If you haven’t been to a Just Between Friends consignment sale yet, you have to go. These sales come twice a year and I have gone to almost every one of them since my...
Home Decor Hack: Spray Paint for the Win
If you've been near Pinterest or any home design stores lately, you know that copper is having a gorgeous moment! I'm not usually one to jump on a lot of trends but this one...
My First Time Breastfeeding in Public
Before I became a mom, I didn’t really think about breastfeeding. It was just one of those things that went with motherhood. I didn’t know there was so much controversy around it. Really, it’s surprising how...
Dreaming Before Planning :: How I Found My Dream Calling
I recently read a book called The Joy Plan, where the author encouraged readers to spend a few minutes a day dreaming. These dreams should be just that, dreams. Dreams for your life, your future, dreams involving...
Home Decor Hack: Hanging Large Picture Frames on a Budget
Large picture frames can be expensive. But I’ve found a great, frugal hack for hanging large, personal photos in my house.
Find a large picture frame that you love. Don’t worry about the picture inside the...
When the Holidays are Difficult
While the holiday season can mean joy and celebrations, traditions and memory making, sometimes it can represent something entirely different. Sometimes it brings forth pain, sorrow, depression, despair, and hurt. If this holiday season is a...