Holiday Gift Guides for EVERYONE!

The holidays are a busy time of year, so I’ve carefully curated 4 different gift guides for everyone in the family! Whether you’re already ahead of the game and have most of your shopping complete or you are in the “last minute shopper” camp, these are some of our tried-and-true favorites that you won’t want to pass up! I hope these ideas will make your shopping a little easier this year! Helping you find the perfect present for everyone in {Read More}

Prelude – Pregnancy (Part 1)

The pregnancy and birth of our third child wrecked me to my core.  There, I said it.  The honest truth.  I haven’t shared much about this journey for many reasons.  It requires me to be vulnerable, open, and transparent. I’ve always been nervous that once I tell her (our) story aloud to people, the circumstances would become permanent. Or, it would be insignificant and unworthy of telling.  I’ve always been somewhat of a private person when it comes to life’s {Read More}

Halloween Monster Prints

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE getting geared up for the holidays….and Halloween is no exception!  I remember as a kid getting so excited about all of the festive decorations that were in the halls of my school, classrooms, and all around my house .  Spiderwebs donning doors, pumpkins on the front porch, spooky skeletons sitting on shelves….let’s face it, I’ll always be a kid at heart. Not sure about you, but stores like Hobby Lobby, Michaels, and {Read More}

Must Haves for Moms: Post Pregnancy

For those of you who don’t know, this lady recently became a proud mama of two!!  Six weeks ago, we welcomed another beautiful baby boy into the world!  With dirty diapers to change, middle of the night feedings, and a body that just went through birth, there are a few things that have helped me to get by each day. These Mom “Must Haves” are some of my favorite items that make life a little easier and more enjoyable!   {Read More}

10 ways having a toddler is like owning a dog

Owning a dog is a great way to help prepare you for raising kids, or vice versa.  Whichever comes first, one will help you get ready for the other. Here are just some of the similarities between having a toddler & owning a dog: 1.  Giving praise….   You gotta love those proud mama moments . It’s hard to contain your excitement when your little one does something noteworthy and exciting.  But for some reason, when it comes to toddlerhood, your child’s {Read More}