Welcome to Light & Clay

Where faith, family, and creativity come together in everyday moments.

I'm Shelby

I’m a mom to one adventurous toddler, wife, photographer and entrepreneur plus I share my life with two lovable golden retrievers.

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Trusting God When Letting Go Feels Impossible

Letting go and letting God has been such a struggle for me in my walk of faith. I’ve always been a “in control” kind of person the type who thinks, “If it’s going to get done right, I probably need to do it myself.” I believe in God. I truly do trust that everything is in His control. But even with that belief, I still find myself asking… why is it so hard to fully give it all to Him?

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Learning My Purpose

There’s something honest about admitting you don’t have it all figured out and if I’m being real with you, that’s exactly where I am.

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I Was Looking for More: Here’s What I Found

A few months ago, I came across a post from a local girl I had heard of but didn’t know personally. Her post was about being at home with her two kiddos, making Aldi runs on a random Tuesday morning, and how that was the ultimate life — the goal. Not the corporate 9–5, but building her own empire alongside her family, on her own terms.

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The Best Bible Study Tools for Busy Moms Who Want to Understand Scripture

There was a time when I would open my Bible, read a chapter… and close it feeling more confused than encouraged. Honestly it still happens more than I would like to admit but I’m okay with that because it has forced me to be more intentional with my studies, I research, read and study the word more intensely until I understand fully

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Just Have to Start

I’ll be honest with you, for the longest time, I felt like reading the Bible was this huge, intimidating task. I’d open it, read a few verses, get distracted by the dishes in the sink, or my toddler, and then close it, feeling guilty that I wasn’t “doing it right.” Maybe you’ve felt that way too.

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My Why

Light & Clay started as a way to celebrate faith, family, and creativity in everyday life. As a mom, I know how messy and beautiful life can be, and I wanted a space to share inspiration, ideas, and reflections that help moms and families slow down, grow intentionally, and enjoy the little moments.