Finding Joy In The Ordinary Days Of Homemaking
I'll never forget the moment I found out I was pregnant with my Benjamin [aka Baby Bear]. I had been praying for another, longing so deeply for another child. Another precious blessing. A sibling for our oldest. I anxiously waited, counting down the days until I could finally take a test. I remember waking up... Continue Reading →
There's something quite special about Autumn. Is it the changing of the leaves? Their vibrant colors filling the landscape with warmth and beauty. Is it because Autumn shows up like an old friend, though time has passed and things have changed your bond remains the same? Or maybe it's the refreshing crispness in the air,... Continue Reading →
The other week when the school year just began again our evenings seemed like a mad rush to get everything done and our selves situated and ready for bedtime. One evening in particular must have been a total disaster because my husband joked that I was acting slangry, what is slangry you ask? Slangry, similar... Continue Reading →
NOTE: This post is sponsored by Home Reserve Furniture. See disclaimer info at the bottom of this post. Creating a pretty and cozy space that is functional for the whole family can sometimes feel like a big challenge. But, I'm here to tell you that it doesn't have to be. When we moved into our... Continue Reading →
Weekly Cleaning Schedule
"The most important work you will ever do will be within the walls of your own home." It's taken me many years as a homemaker to finally find my own little rhythm, but now that I've finally found it, it literally feels like a big ole' sigh of relief. To find your own little groove... Continue Reading →
One of my favorite things to do when trying to personalize a space is crafting something myself, or maybe a little DIY project with my husband. As many of you know I've been working on our back sunroom for an upcoming collaboration (I'm so excited to share it all the details soon!) the last couple... Continue Reading →
We were driving in the car early the other morning and Braedan said something about school and all of a sudden the realization set in that we only have one full week of Summer left. If you would have asked me a few weeks ago if I was ready for school to begin again I... Continue Reading →
I think my love for antique furniture grows with each passing year. The older I get the more and more I appreciate the beauty and quality of things made long ago. I've been admiring this beautiful William and Mary style Depression Era Cabinet (phew say that 3x fast) at my favorite antique store for what... Continue Reading →
