I’m Melissa Alyse, I write stories and send letters that feel like we are hanging out on the front porch together with sweet tea and a hug and with reminders that God chose you, loves you, and isn’t finished with your story yet.
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Hey there, sweet friend, Not long ago I had the sweetest conversation with Stephanie O’Neal on her podcast, Authors Amplified. We chatted about the winding path that brought me here — from homeschooling mom to empty nester, from Texas to Alaska — and how the Lord has gently led this whole grace-filled writing journey. We also talked about something that surprises people: I’ve walked this entire author season without being on social media… and how much unexpected freedom that decision has brought. We also talked about: ❤️The little spark that started Willow Creek This conversation felt less like an interview and more like two friends chatting over sweet tea on Glory’s front porch. ❤️ It was such fun. Listen to it here: GRACE AMPLIFIED PODCAST - Melissa Alyse Episode You can listen there or choose your favorite platform. And if you listen on Apple, please give Stephanie some 5-star love over there too! 🫶 I’d love to know what you thought of our chat. Did something stand out to you? Just hit reply and let me know. 🤗 grace + hugs, Melissa Alyse ❤️ Last week poll results - seems we are split pretty evenly. 😅💁♀️ |
Melissa Alyse, Author
I’m Melissa Alyse, I write stories and send letters that feel like we are hanging out on the front porch together with sweet tea and a hug and with reminders that God chose you, loves you, and isn’t finished with your story yet.
Hey sweet friend, I was out on the porch swing this morning, spending my time with the Lord. As I sat watching the light slowly rise, a sparrow landed on the railing—light, unbothered… as if it had every reason in the world to be right there. I smiled without even realizing it, watching for a moment before it lifted off again. And that little sparrow has stayed with me in my heart all day. I’ve been walking through Luke in my quiet time, and as I watched it fly off, I was reminded of Luke...
Hey sweet friend, Ready for this month's wordsearch + recipe? Download them here. Inside you'll find a cozy word search inspired by Books & Buried Secrets AND Ethel Sue's (aka my family's) peach cobbler recipe. Now I will warn you, it is super good, but when I went to verify the recipe with my mama about the recipe she said to double the bisquick and use a 9x13 pan, and pour juice with the peach - ok I feel good that you have been warned, but I love the way I make it too. Is your family like...
Hello, dear one, I do hope this note finds you well. Today I was doing some gardening, and by gardening I mean looking at seed catalogs and thinking about where I want to add a little color this year. 😉 I love how not every flower comes up at once, but it is almost like the Lord displays His own symphony of color and beauty all season. As I sat on my porch swing deciding on the next iris to add to the garden, this verse came to my heart: "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing...