The Stories

Wearable, Magical Empowerment

My summer was beyond hectic. I felt like I barely had time to sit down and think of ideas for GLOSSRAGS and ways to connect with people. My creativity felt...

Strengthen Our Marriage

I bought two Giving Keys with the same word, Strength; one in silver and one in gold. I wore the silver one almost daily unless I wore the gold one, until...

Stop and Breathe

In August 2015, I gave birth to my first child, a girl, Zoey. She was the child I had been waiting for, I couldn't wait to be a mom! Well,...

Epitome of Grace

I was given the INSPIRE key by my wonderful sister, Chris Owen, last year for my 55th birthday. I am giving the key to Mardi Downs Schaufler, in memory of...

Giant Leaps Forward

I received my key with the word strength on it for my birthday this past summer. Working as a paraprofessional at a middle school is hard some days. Some days...

All Things Are Possible

I was on my very first, alone vacation. I was beginning a season of reflection on my life and to determine what I wanted out of my remaining time. I...