Imagine pulling up to a beautifully renovated rustic barn situated on a peninsula in the waters of the Chesapeake Bay. As you walk inside, your eyes do sommersaults because the warm lights, rustic barstools and chic decor remind you of something reminiscent of what only Chip & Joanna Gaines could pull off on HGTV's Fixer Upper. The room is filled with other women -- all warm and just happy that you're there. Your vineyard hosts greet you with a warm smile and pour you a tasting of 7 of its Premium Wines. As if it could get no better, you begin to unwind from a long day by joining in a book discussion of Chip & Joanna Gaines' book "The Magnolia Story". My friend...it's really that easy and we'd love for you to take part in this night curated just with you in mind on Friday, April 28, 2017 from 6:00pm - 8:45pm.

Prior to the night, you'll want to read our featured book for the discussion because it will be lively. Facilitated by Founder & Dream Architect Michelle McKinney, she'll take you through pivotal gleanings learned in this book that span lessons on dating, marriage, parenting, building a business from almost nothing to a multi-million dollar empire that puts faith right back in the center of it all. If you haven't read this book yet, trust us, you're in for a page turner that you will not want to put down. It's a short read that you'll more than likely find your own life within the pages.

Invite your girlfriends for this Ladies Night Out but get your tickets early because space is limited. The $25 ticket cost (+Eventbrite fees) covers the wine tasting, a glass of wine of your choosing from the 7, a souvernir glass, a priceless discussion and an opportunity to network with some of the Metropolitan Area's most incredible women.

Hope to see you there, lady!

Tickets available here: www.magnoliadreams.eventbrite.com

{Hosted by The Living Word Christian Ministries}

As women, we are powerful in mind, body, and spirit. This is your time, your season to fulfill every thing God has intended for you - no more playing small and putting your dreams on the back burner.

We believe that the dream, vision, and purpose of every single woman matters and is vital to the healing and progression of our nation and God’s kingdom. And just like Esther in the Bible, you are called for such a time as this….to move the nation, nurture our communities, and restore brokenness in our families, ourselves and one another. But in order to do so with the power and purpose that you’ve been given, there are 7 key areas that you’ll need to explore.

Dive in with us on Saturday, March 11th and in fact, bring one of your girlfriends because it’s powerful when we do this work for ourselves but it’s monumental when we do it together.

Registration includes brunch and gifts for each guest. Capacity is limited so don’t miss out. Register today at www.7in17.eventbrite.com

An Intimate Pre-Valentine Dinner & Conversation for Married Women

Maybe your dream was "Happily Ever After"....your man, a couple of kids, money flowing in the bank and a hot sex life but lately, happy is one of the last words you would use to describe your marriage. And especially as we loop around to Valentine's Day, you'd rather skip seeing everybody with the roses and chocolates and the relentless questions of "what did you get?". Maybe things have been feeling sour in your marriage for some time and the only answer that keeps sinking in your head and heart is "maybe we just need to call it quits...I'm tired...he's tired...I could do this by myself and I'd be totally fine." Look sis, I totally feel you. Married for 19 years, my husband and I have been through some rock bottom times but somehow we're still standing...I'm still standing. As women, we carry so much and oftentimes it's the secrets and burdens that we hold about the truth of our lives...because the standards by which we measure our own marriages are often the carefully curated highlights of social media and sometimes our very own Christian circles where the couples to be "admired" are quite honestly often just painting on a smile just before they put their love on display for "the people" to applaud.

So before you go another season, feeling like you're all alone and before you throw in the towel, I want you to join me for an intimate conversation over dinner about navigating the rocky waters of marriage. In this raw, transparent, and safe space, I'll share some of the tough issues we've battled and how we're still fighting for our marriage. The advice and experiences I'll share are what I wish someone would have shared with me during those really tough years.

...and just because you need a moment to exhale, the Four-Course dinner prepared by Seasons 52 just for you will be amazing. The connections you'll make at the table will be priceless. I won't be here to push anything on you....that's for you and God to work out. But what I will do is authentically share with you the deep waters that you may need to navigate...just if you decide to give it one more shot...this time with the support of some women who totally get it and ultimately want you. But then again, maybe you have your mind made up, come join us anyway. Space is limited to 10 women so don't spend too much time debating; purchase your ticket today. It's your own little Sweet Valentine's Day gift to you....you deserve it.

Register at www.getyourhappy.eventbrite.com

$50 per person