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Welcome, friend

Faith, grit, and a grace-filled home — start right here.

I’m Shelby — a country girl living in the suburbs of Southern Indiana, learning to build a Christ-centered home one ordinary, faithful day at a time. However you found your way here, I’m so glad you came. Think of this page as the front door — let me show you around.

Grace & grit, Shelby

A little about me

Real faith for the ordinary, unpolished days.

Grace & Grit Living started as my own way to stop white-knuckling through marriage, motherhood, and money — and start rooting all of it in God’s Word instead. I’m not an expert who has it all figured out. I’m a wife and homemaker who believes small, faithful habits add up to a life that honors God.

A two-minute prayer over my husband. A simple budget that finally gave every dollar a job. A slow morning with coffee and my Bible. None of it is picture-perfect — and that’s the point. Here you’ll find grace for the hard days and grit for the long ones, and plenty of encouragement to build your home on a foundation that holds.

Wherever you are today

Not sure where to begin? Start with what you’re walking through.

Pick the part of life that’s on your heart right now. Each one opens with a beginner-friendly guide — no shame, no overwhelm, just a faithful next step.

My gift to you

Free resources to get you started

Each of these is a free printable I made to help. Take whichever one meets you where you are today.