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A New Year and New Rhythm

April 22, 2026April 22, 2026 ~ Kristy McCay ~ Leave a comment

The first official day of chronicling this new writing journey.

Ourselves on Blast

Image ~ October 3, 2017October 3, 2017 ~ Kristy McCay ~ Leave a comment

My students have a saying for when you tell someone’s business to a group of people- you’ve “put them on blast.” I’ve wondered recently if people read our blog and get uncomfortable with what we write about. We created la vita vera because we wanted to encourage others to pursue authenticity alongside us. Jon and … Continue reading Ourselves on Blast

Today is not my first day of School.

August 22, 2017August 22, 2017 ~ Kristy McCay ~ Leave a comment

Today is the first day of school for DCPS students and teachers. But I do not have students this year. I will not eat lunch with coworkers, decorate a classroom, or grade papers at my own desk. I am no longer, at least for this season, a teacher. In May, after years of prayer (even … Continue reading Today is not my first day of School.

Jack Communicates

August 4, 2017August 5, 2017 ~ Kristy McCay ~ Leave a comment

Being a mama has provided another lesson in how we communicate in more than just words.

Tiny Things: Practical Baby Buys

July 27, 2017July 27, 2017 ~ Kristy McCay ~ Leave a comment

After 13 months, I wanted to compile a short list of the baby items that have really made #momlife easier. I talked with Jon about these, and he confirmed and added a few of his own. Wipeable changing pad cover. I registered for a few cute cotton covers, but after 3 days I wanted something more … Continue reading Tiny Things: Practical Baby Buys

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