Under the Oaks with Amy Romfo & Jenny Harrison

If you or someone you love has ever faced a diagnosis that stopped time, or if you've simply wondered how anyone finds light in the middle of the darkest kind of news — this conversation will meet you right where you are. Amy and Jenny sit down with their dear friend Carrie Davis, known to many as Carrie Davis Art — a fine artist, mother, wife, and one of the most quietly powerful voices you will ever encounter — who opens up for the first time about her invasive ductal carcinoma diagnosis, the year that followed, and the unexpected beauty she found inside it.
Carrie walks us through the slow, confusing collection of symptoms that preceded her diagnosis, the surreal moment she received the news, and what it felt like to watch her own life unfold as if from the ceiling — present, but not fully inside her own body. With extraordinary honesty, she shares how she navigated telling her family, leaning on community, and choosing, even on the hardest days, to face life rather than only fear death.
In this episode, Carrie shares:
The small, seemingly unrelated symptoms she didn't know to look for
What it felt like to receive a cancer diagnosis and the strange, disorienting grief that followed in the days after
How writing became her survival tool — and how 160 personal excerpts may become something much bigger
Why she had to consciously choose to pursue wellness, even when holding onto illness felt safer
The power of community, sitting shiva, and what it really means to let people carry you
Carrie also speaks beautifully about facing death with curiosity rather than fear, the thin veil between here and heaven, and the moment God asked her a question that changed everything: Do you want to be well? Her Substack, where she continues to share her story with stunning vulnerability and grace, recently landed in the top 10 emerging writers on the platform — and after this episode, you will understand exactly why.
We are so honored Carrie trusted us with this story while it is still being written. She is a living reminder that your identity is not your diagnosis, your relationships, or your roles — it is something far deeper, and far more beautiful, than any of us give ourselves credit for.
Follow her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/carriedavisart/
And her Substack here: https://carriejacobsdavis.substack.com/

If you've ever felt the quiet weight of comparison, wondered why money stirs up so much emotion, or simply wished someone would make the conversation about finances feel a little less overwhelming — this episode is exactly what you needed today. Amy and Jenny sit down with Rachel Cruze, bestselling author, personal finance expert, and daughter of Dave Ramsey, who has built her own incredible voice helping families and individuals find true financial freedom rooted in faith, self-awareness, and intentionality.
Rachel opens up about what it was really like growing up in the Ramsey household — and it might surprise you. Money was never a source of rigidity or pressure, but rather woven naturally into everyday conversations, equipping her and her siblings with a foundation that only became clearer once she stepped into the real world. That contrast sparked her passion for reaching the next generation before debt and financial stress take hold.
In this episode, Rachel shares:
Why personal finance is 80% behavior and only 20% head knowledge — and what that means for how we change
How money becomes tangled with identity, and the spiritual and emotional work it takes to separate the two
The comparison trap, what's actually happening in our brains when we compare, and why celebration is the antidote
Her own honest confession about where money still has a stronghold on her — and the question she asks herself before every purchase
Her practical first step for anyone ready to take control: a forward-looking budget, and the free tool she recommends to get started
Rachel also speaks beautifully to the intersection of faith and finances — how living with an open hand shapes not just your bank account but your character, your relationships, and your soul. Whether you're just starting out or have been on this journey for years, her warmth and honesty make the hard stuff feel genuinely approachable.
We are so grateful Rachel brought her wisdom, her humor, and her whole self to this conversation. She is a reminder that financial health and spiritual health are far more connected than most of us realize — and that it is never too late to start.
Follow Rachel here: https://www.instagram.com/rachelcruze/
Learn more about the Ramsey Cruise here: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/events/live-like-no-one-else-cruise
Start budgeting today: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/money/everydollar

Hope you enjoy this throwback! Originally aired on June 25, 2025.
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Hadley Eddings, a woman whose story of faith, forgiveness, and resilience has touched countless lives. Hadley shares her journey through unimaginable loss and the miraculous hope that followed.
Hadley opens up about the tragic car accident that claimed the lives of her two young sons, Dobbs and Reed, in 2015. She recounts the heart-wrenching moments in the hospital and the strength she and her husband found in their faith during those dark days.
A Testament to Faith and Forgiveness
What sets Hadley's story apart is the extraordinary act of forgiveness she and her husband extended to the driver responsible for the accident. Their ability to forgive in the face of such profound loss sparked a ripple effect, inspiring others to reconsider their own struggles with forgiveness.
From Tragedy to Miracle
But Hadley's story doesn't end with loss. She shares the incredible moment when she discovered she was pregnant with twin boys, a revelation that brought joy and healing to their family. The twins, now 8 years old, are a living testament to God's faithfulness and the beauty that can emerge from pain.
Honoring Their Legacy
Hadley also discusses how they've honored the memory of Dobbs and Reed, including the creation of a school in Haiti bearing their names. She offers insights into how they navigate discussing their family history with the twins and the traditions they maintain to keep the boys' memory alive.
Key Takeaways:
The power of faith in navigating life's darkest moments
How forgiveness can bring healing and inspire others
Finding hope and joy after devastating loss
Keeping the memory of loved ones alive
The impact one family's story can have on countless others
Hadley's story is a powerful reminder of the strength of the holy spirit and the transformative power of faith. It's an episode that will leave you inspired, moved, and with a renewed perspective on life's challenges.
Follow Hadley Eddings Here: https://www.instagram.com/messenger_co/

If you've ever walked through a season that felt like loss only to discover it was actually the beginning of something beautiful, Derek Welborn's story is going to meet you right where you are. Derek is the founder of Saints Western, a heritage brand rooted in purpose, craftsmanship, and legacy, who lives in Dripping Springs, Texas with his wife Jill and their two daughters, Jaymes and Gray — and his journey from full-time pastor to hat maker to brand partner with worship artist Brandon Lake is one of the most unexpected and deeply moving stories we've had the privilege of sharing.
After 15 years in full-time ministry — including leading a church that met in a bar on Austin's Second Street where baptisms happened on the sidewalk — Derek was blindsided at 36 by a severe case of alopecia that left him losing his hair in clumps overnight. What followed was a year of identity crisis, quiet wrestling with God, and a Father's Day request for a felt block and a sweatband that changed everything.
Derek taught himself hat making from YouTube videos, and his first sale came after a church member told him "Paul was a tentmaker — you're a hat maker" and bought him a full set of hat blocks.
His community rallied around him from the start — a launch party thrown by a friend, a website built by a small group member, and 20 hats sold out of the gate.
A dream to one day make Brandon Lake a hat came true within three months, sparking a friendship that eventually led to Brandon coming on as a partner in Saints Western.
Mentor Clint Huff gave Derek his first real shot at Round Top, invested in equipment, and flew him to a century-old family boot factory in Mexico — before moving to Panama to start a school.
Derek uses Saints Western as a ministry platform, praying with customers in his booth, gifting hats to children with alopecia, and letting the brand's tagline — the best sermons are lived, not preached — open doors for faith conversations.
What makes this episode so special is the way Derek holds his story — and his brand — with open hands. From the Airstream he bought for $4,500 and two hats to touring with Brandon Lake across the country, every chapter points back to a God who, as Derek puts it, restores what was lost and gives it back as a gift. You can find Saints Western online and catch their Airstream pop-up at Brandon Lake tour dates this season.

If you've been craving content that feels genuinely refreshing — rooted, real, and full of joy — this conversation with Macy Johnston is exactly what you didn't know you needed today. Macy is a full-time content creator, hunter, gardener, and outdoor lifestyle storyteller based in Alabama, whose warmth and authenticity have drawn a massive following across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Snapchat.
What started as filming life in a log cabin in the North Georgia mountains with her dachshund quickly snowballed into a thriving full-time career. Macy's roots in PR, her love of the outdoors, and her willingness to just show up as herself online struck a chord with audiences hungry for something normal and positive — and within a year of going viral, she had left her agency job to pursue it full time.
Macy's content took off during COVID when she started sharing authentic outdoor and country life experiences — no filter, no performance, just real life.
Her faith is central to everything she does, and she starts every single morning with Bible and breakfast, a standing event on her Google calendar.
She met her husband Slay on a Turkey hunt — introduced by a mutual creator friend — and the two have built a life and a business partnership grounded in shared faith.
Macy launched Front Porch Faith, a podcast and YouTube series built on the belief that faith should be as simple and accessible as sitting on your front porch.
She's currently expanding to long-form YouTube content, bringing viewers along on full hunts with videographers — essentially her own version of a hunting show.
What makes Macy's story so compelling is the way calling and creativity have intersected throughout her life — from college softball to digital art, from PR to the woods, from log cabin videos to a faith-forward media brand she's building with intention. She's funny, grounded, and genuinely inspiring, and this conversation will leave you wanting to put your phone down, step outside, and start something.
You can follow Macy across all platforms and find her designs at macywjohnston.com.