Bailey Gillespie

Experience Something Significant – The Gray Havens’ “Ghost of a King” Tour

August 4, 2016

This post originally appeared on the Rabbit Room. Read it here. Dave and Licia Radford of The Gray Havens are hitting the road this fall and raising the bar for a standard folk/acoustic concert. They’ve chosen college and university campuses for their main venues, and will be touring with a full band and string section (for most … More Experience Something Significant – The Gray Havens’ “Ghost of a King” Tour

In Defense of the ‘Religious Right’

July 28, 2016

Before you read this, I want you to know (if you don’t already) that I am the last person to jump into a culture/political finger-pointing match, which is why it has taken a lot of thought and sentence-deleting to get to the point of publishing this. And this isn’t a finger-pointing match. It’s simply a … More In Defense of the ‘Religious Right’

10 of the Best Eats Near Rocklin, CA

June 25, 2016

Most nights, instead of falling asleep, I’m thinking about what I’m going to eat the next day. Usually, the spicier and more flavorful the better, which is why most of my foodie dreams revolve around tacos. So, I thought I’d compile a list of my favorite eats near Rocklin, CA based on really nothing more … More 10 of the Best Eats Near Rocklin, CA

Far Side of the Sea: A Review of Eric Peters’ New Album

May 23, 2016

You may remember an interview I conducted with singer/songwriter, Eric Peters, last September about the upcoming release of his new album, Far Side of the Sea. It was featured on this blog, as well as The Rabbit Room. Well, last week, Kickstarter backers were emailed the pre-order download of this album, and it was exciting to … More Far Side of the Sea: A Review of Eric Peters’ New Album

World Travel: Is It a Healthy Experience? What’s in Your Travel Bag?

May 16, 2016

This week, we have a guest post by Nicole Akers, who blogs over at her website frequently. This is part of a series called “What’s in Your Travel Bag?” and includes intriguing stories about some of the people who came before us. Enjoy the read! . . … More World Travel: Is It a Healthy Experience? What’s in Your Travel Bag?

Faithful Til the Finish Line

May 10, 2016

When was the last time you felt like giving up? I think we’d all agree that, more often than not, doing the right thing is synonymous with doing the long thing. And that can be pretty maddening. Although faithfulness is a fruit of the spirit, it’s a less popular one because you can’t always tell … More Faithful Til the Finish Line

How to Live in Fear: What Pastor Lance Hahn’s New Book Has to Say About Mental Health

March 27, 2016

Do you have a tendency to freak out? Maybe you struggle with day to day fear. Or maybe you have an actual panic disorder. Either way, you’ll want to keep reading… Last Sunday, Bridgeway Christian Church hosted a book launch celebration for pastor Lance Hahn’s new book, How to Live in Fear: Mastering the Art … More How to Live in Fear: What Pastor Lance Hahn’s New Book Has to Say About Mental Health

Album Review + Interview with Folk Duo, Jenny & Tyler

March 20, 2016

After years of producing music as indie artists, the folk/pop husband and wife duo Jenny & Tyler finally signed onto an upstart record label, Residence Music. This new venture has allowed for a rich re-imagining of their traditional style, catapulting their acoustic sound into a territory that only elevates their excellent songwriting. Having completed a … More Album Review + Interview with Folk Duo, Jenny & Tyler

7-Day Blogging Challenge: #4 – Guest Post by Lisa Avellan of Creative Holistic Home

March 20, 2016

This is the fifth assignment in Jeff Goins’ blogging challenge – “Blog Like a Pro: 7-Day Challenge.” To read my manifesto from Assignment #1, click here. You can also check out the introductory post over at GoinsWriter.com to join the fun! Please enjoy today’s guest post by Lisa Avellan, who writes on minimalism, creativity, faith, and holistic … More 7-Day Blogging Challenge: #4 – Guest Post by Lisa Avellan of Creative Holistic Home

7-Day Blogging Challenge: #6 – Travel Writing Online Course (Pre-Registration)

March 19, 2016

This is the sixth assignment in Jeff Goins’ blogging challenge – “Blog Like a Pro: 7-Day Challenge.” To read my manifesto from Assignment #1, click here. You can also check out the introductory post over at GoinsWriter.com to join the fun! . . . “Traveling – it leaves you … More 7-Day Blogging Challenge: #6 – Travel Writing Online Course (Pre-Registration)

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