Our youngest turned 1 the first week of November. I’ll be honest by sharing that we planned his cake smash and small celebration after a few other events because it was feeling rushed in between other things. We keep birthdays … Continued
It’s the first of November! While others may be smashing pumpkins and decorating for Christmas, I’m still in full fall mode and this is when I start looking for pumpkins on sale. I love decorating with them until the end … Continued
We came home from a beautiful weekend rested and refreshed. I woke up this morning angry at the anxiety that Mondays bring. There is always so much to face each week and I have a tendency to want to carry … Continued
Hubby said my next post should sound a little more cheery. I told him I have a realm of ideas. He knows I typically enjoy writing about the more gritty stuff that I face with all my little people and … Continued
There are days I think to myself I “just can’t.” I just can’t be patient. I just can’t deal with any more whining. I just can’t discipline with love. I just can’t hold my tongue. I just can’t sweep…again. I … Continued
I turned 29 yesterday. Maybe it was because I don’t like odd numbers or I am secretly planning a huge 30th birthday bash that has me anticipating next year {Lord-willing} — I was really thankful for a quiet day of … Continued
There are a lot of things I love. I love quiet time. I love my family. I love good food. I love the Bible. I love good friendships, good coffee, good conversation. I love perfect weather. I love design, bright … Continued
For some ridiculously odd reason, I thought we were going to get into our new house and be back into a healthy routine overnight. If you don’t know much about me, I LOVE routine. A big part of it is out … Continued
I’ll be honest. A week ago, I was crying as I unpacked my closet. I had been putting it off since we got in the house. As I hung piece after piece, I wrestled with different emotions. I was so tired that evening. … Continued
We are nearing the end of our time in temporary housing. After 3 months without most of our stuff, I have come to appreciate living like nomads. Last night, hubby ran out to grab our favorite taco place here downtown. We … Continued