Hi there, and welcome to Daughter by Design!
I’m Anna – born in Ukraine and raised in Seattle, a true PNW girl at heart. I love waking up early in the morning to catch the sunrise and staying up late to watch sunsets. I enjoy getting lost in a good book, falling asleep to the sound of rain, and traveling any chance I can. On weekends you can find me adventuring outdoors- hiking, camping, visiting beaches, taking road trips, and exploring.
But my greatest adventures in life have been with Jesus.
I grew up in a Christian home and accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior at an early age. Since then, my deepest desire has been to pursue Him wholeheartedly in every area of my life.
Serving children and families has been a calling of mine for over a decade, from church ministry to my work at a nonprofit supporting foster families and children- one of the most tangible and beautiful reflections of God’s love I’ve ever seen.
The Heart Behind this Blog
One of the first ways I learned to connect with God was through writing. As a young child, I filled more than fifteen journals with prayers, convictions, and lessons that God was teaching me through each season in life. In 2011 I courageously launched this blog and began sharing publicly some of the things God has been teaching me privately. It’s intimidating to be transparent and share personally on a public platform, but God has been challenging me to step out in faith and continue sharing what He has placed on my heart.
The purpose of this blog is simple: to empower, encourage, and challenge you in your daily walk with Christ from a faith-filled biblical perspective.
Why Daughter by Design?
I may hold many roles and titles in life, but the one identity that will remain unchangeable and means the most to me is being a daughter of God. This is how I see myself first and foremost, and the lens through which I strive to live my life.
Thank you for being here. I’m so glad you’ve joined me on this journey of pursuing Christ together.
Sincerely, Anna 🤍