Seeking Hope in the Unknown, Over and Over Again
Hi everybody,
Many of you have been keeping up with our family's story and have been faithfully walking beside us during some of our most recent challenges. Chad and I quickly realized that the weight of these challenges was too much to carry, and we could no longer handle these figurative blows on our own. We had to humble ourselves and allow others into our lives and support our family through prayer, love, and support. By sharing our story and sparking meaningful conversations with the people around us, we realized that there are so many just like us that face their giants alone each day. By allowing our community into our story, we learned that the army of believers around us and our faith in Jesus will defeat any giants that come before us.
We have witnessed miracles unfold before our eyes, reminding us that there is always hope, even in the darkest of times. Our son Valor, whose life was prophesied long before he arrived, is a testament to the power of faith and the beauty of waiting patiently for what is meant to be. And then there is Titus, whose arrival defied all odds, reminding us that God's plans are far greater than we can imagine.
We hope that by sharing our journey, we can bring encouragement to those who may be walking through their own valleys. We want to remind you all that you are never alone, and that there are people who love you and want to support you through every season of life. We believe that by embracing vulnerability and surrounding ourselves with a loving community, we can find strength, healing, and hope.
When Chad and I created the Living Valor brand, we knew that it needed to be purposeful and built on the foundation that our family holds to. We want to use this platform, particularly through the Emma's Warriors collection, to transform our personal circumstances into something meaningful and impactful. We aim to create a space where our stories intersect with yours, where our struggles and victories resonate with your own, and where together, we can fix our eyes on Jesus and find inspiration.
While we are uncertain about what lies ahead for our little family, we hold steadfast in our faith that nothing is wasted, and that God is continuously working in our lives. We are extremely grateful for the unwavering support and love that you all have shown us throughout our journey. Your presence has been a constant reminder that we are surrounded by a community that cares for one another.
Thank you again for being a part of this incredible journey with us. Let's continue to walk together, share our stories, and create a space filled with courage, resilience, and love. #LivingValor #ShareYourStory


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Living Valor exists for two reasons.
The first is to make something good. Every candle we pour is made by hand, in small batches, in Georgia. We use clean materials, take our time, and put our name on every jar. If we would not burn it in our own home, we will not sell it.
The second is to use what we make to point at something bigger. Our family has walked through more than we ever expected, and we have come out the other side with a faith that held, a marriage that lasted, and two sons who remind us every day that life is a gift. We do not have all the answers. We just have our story, and a belief that sharing it might help someone else feel less alone in theirs.
If you are walking through something hard, we would love to hear from you. If you are looking for a candle that was made with care and meant for real life, you are in the right place.
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