Loving Loud, Hosting Proud!

Smiles brought to you by: hosting and zero dignity. By Abrilina Bray When I first signed up to host a student, I thought I was just opening my home. I didn’t realize I was opening my heart, my fridge… and sometimes, Pandora’s box. Our first year, right before our very first student arrived, I had gotten pregnant with Declan. I’m not sure how adequately prepared I was for hosting from the host family orientation that was given, seeing as I was pregnant and there was a large sn

It wasn’t ambition that built J Franco’s success—it was responsibility. This is the story of the night the lights didn’t turn on, the faith that didn’t stay polished, and the standards she refused to lower when no one was coming to save her.

Some women don’t announce their strength—they live it quietly, steadily, and faithfully. Erin Malbrough is one of those women. In this Women Worth Knowing feature, Erin shares her journey of rediscovery, resilience, community, and choosing herself without apology.