“Imagine we’re curled up on the sofa , a hot drink in hand, chatting about life. That’s the feeling I hope you get when you read these posts. Like you’re right here with me — not just scrolling through words,…
Let’s Start Here
What is TheBeauty of Restoration? It’s more than a blog. It’s a community — a safe space where we can unload the heavy weight of everyday life. A place rooted in honesty, because let’s be real: there’s already too much…
Welcome to my world
Hey lovely, So… if we’re keeping it real — which we always do — here’s me, just as I am. I’m Shana. 43 years young. Married to the man I prayed for, and together we’ve got a beautiful family —…
Maybe, Just Maybe
Welcome to chapter 30!! For years, I’ve asked God to give me faith, while at the same time trying to control the narrative myself. I want to know what’s coming, understand why things are happening and, if I’m being completely…
Dear Younger me
Chapter 29 Dear younger me I often wonder what I would say if I could sit down with my younger self for just a moment. Not to change anything. Not to warn her about what was coming. Not to tell…
Beautiful, Worthy, and More Capable Than You Realise
Welcome to Chapter 28 of becoming you ! Beautiful, Worthy, and More Capable Than You Realise I know it’s been a little while since my last post but life came at me fast, and for a time my focus needed…
Belly Laughs & Boombox Days (Living in the moment )
Welcome to chapter 27- Living in the moment When I look back on my childhood, I see colour. I see laughter. I see family reunions, friends at the door, play-outs that turned into run-outs, bike races down the street until…
Spread Love Like It’s Oxygen
Welcome to Chapter 26- Be Your Own Valentine First Before we dive into this post, I just want to wish each and every one of you a Happy Valentine’s Day ❤️ Whether you’re spending it with someone you love or…
Courage Feels Like Nerves
Welcome to chapter 25- Nerves Nerves are not a bad sign. They are not proof that you’re incapable, unprepared, or about to fail. Nerves are a feeling — an emotion — and emotions are signals. More often than not, nerves…