Our Founder
Erica McClintock
Grew up on the Internet in rural South Carolina.
From childhood, my windows to the real world were a Seventeen Magazine subscription and an 18" Zenith television that rarely left MTV. UNO tournaments and playing in the woods were things of the past once I discovered MySpace and PerezHilton.com.
I dreamed that college would be my opportunity to break free from my country roots and live the life I saw in magazines. To my surprise, my big break was realizing that The Bible could be more than a Mountain Dew coaster. I gave God's Word the opportunity to teach me and faith began to shape my life. Since then, I've been traveling the world, making friends of all backgrounds and learning valuable lessons along the way.
Here lies my keepsakes.
My life's journey has been tumultuous and curvy. Through it all, I've drawn inspiration from the way Jesus chose to live: immersed in unexpected relationships, connected through his daily activities, motivated by love, and acquainted with sorrow.
Thank you for stopping by. <3
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Something we'd be surprised to know about you?
I've known how to build websites since I was 11 or 12. I built this entire website from scratch. Also, A1 golf swing.
What’s the story behind For Happiness and Sorrows? What made you pursue this?
The short reason is I wanted to share the lessons I’ve learned from the most important relationships in my life.
After a death in my family, I became obsessed with learning everything about my great-grandparents and realized I had nothing tangible to hold onto.
I created FH&S as a digital memory box for the things I love and the words I’ll leave behind.
Who do you look up to most?
Martha Stewart and Beyoncé.
Favorite comedian?
Professional comedian: Theo Von. General funny person: Kai Cenat.
You're at your local coffee shop. What are you 100% leaving with?
Iced dirty chai with almond milk. I low-key hate coffee.
GOAT movie?
About Time. We all know that.
What song always makes you happy when you hear it?
Adore You by Harry Styles or pretty much any Stevie Wonder song.
Favorite quote:
"There are always flowers for those that want to see them." - Henri Matisse
Your friends ask you to come to Happy Hour. What are you most excited to discuss?
Teaaaa. I love mess.
Best person you follow on TikTok?
This is so hard lol have to give it to Raymonte HAHAHA
Last text message?
“Erica … smh lol” Honestly, very on brand.
What do you want written on your tombstone?
"Not a soul could clock."
What do you like most about yourself?
Sense of humor
Most important traits in a friend?
Honesty, integrity, fun
Something you wish more people knew?
Probably how to drive.