Author: Kaylen Marks
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Finding Grace in the Details: Why I Revisited Sherlock (and Loved It)
When Jon and I were first married, we lived in a cozy one-bedroom apartment. One of its neatest quirks was a small room off the living room, separated by double doors. We turned it into a makeshift TV room—complete with a couch made from my old college twin bed. It was on that mattress-turned-sofa that…
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Jupiter Ascending Review: A Campy Space Opera That Deserved a TV Series
This Jupiter Ascending review looks at the film’s ambitious sci-fi world, fairy-tale romance, memorable cast, spectacular visuals, and uneven pacing, while making the case that its story deserved a multi-season TV series.
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Summer Favorites Roundup:
The Best Books, Movies, TV Shows, and Lifestyle Finds Welcome to Part 1 of a new two-part series! Now that I am getting back into writing regularly, I want to share a roundup of my seasonal favorites. Additionally, I will look ahead to the coming months and include The Best Books, Movies, TV Shows, and…
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Grief and Family Secrets in ‘Come Dance at My Wedding’
To be honest, I had a really hard time writing this review. The most difficult part for me is that this movie centers around the loss of a parent. Because my dad’s passing is still quite fresh, it hit a little too close to home. I still have days where I randomly start crying or…
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525,600 Minutes: Grief, Sickness, and the Spirit of 1776
There are 525,600 minutes in a single year. When you look at that number on paper, it feels vast, almost infinite. But when you look back on those minutes, you are forced to ask yourself a hard, soul-searching question: Did I make the most of the time I was given, or did it just waste…
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The Boy Who Broke Through The Mourning: A Review Of The Mudlark
The review of the 1950 film “The Mudlark” highlights the story of an orphan boy, Wheeler, who seeks a personal connection with Queen Victoria, symbolizing the plight of overlooked children. It emphasizes themes of empathy, the importance of advocacy, and the ongoing challenges within the foster care system, urging community involvement and compassion.
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From Movies to Reality: Lessons on Love, hEDS, and Finding My Forever 🦓
The author reflects on the movie A Walk to Remember, connecting its themes of love and personal growth to her own experiences living with hEDS. Through nostalgia, she recognizes the contrast between youthful romantic ideals and the deeper, more meaningful love she now shares with her husband, celebrating their twelve years together.
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Beyond Resolutions: Finding a New Rhythm in the Liturgical Calendar
The Liturgical Calendar offers a meaningful alternative to traditional New Year’s resolutions, fostering spiritual growth year-round by tracking the life of Christ. With seasons like Advent, Christmastide, and Ordinary Time, it encourages reflection, family worship, and deeper understanding of Scripture, transforming daily living into a more intentional faith journey.
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The Foster Care Crisis and Lessons from Mansfield Park
The post reflects on the themes of wealth, happiness, and the foster care system through the lens of Fanny Price from Mansfield Park. It emphasizes that material wealth does not guarantee fulfillment, contrasting Fanny’s struggles against her privileged relatives. The author calls for Christian involvement to address the foster care crisis in Florida, urging communities…