Forgive how cryptic this post seems. I'm still searching for the right words to share some of the more personal details of our journey as a family with you. It feels important that I choose the correct words when I tell our story... For some parents, advocating for their child comes naturally. Fighting for their best interest is[...]
The whole color trend that's going on right now is so fun. I've really wanted to give it a whirl but I've been too nervous to pull the trigger. So when my niece introduced me to hair chalk I knew it was the perfect solution because its temporary. Fun color for a few days and then it washes out. Have I mentioned that I have no id[...]
I've spent most of my life as a blonde. But every few years or so I can tell that my hair needs a break from the bleach. Fried blonde is not a good look on me and I was starting to reach that point. So while blonde is by far my favorite color, every couple years I darken up for a bit to give my hair a chance to get healthy again. I always[...]
I absolutely love stumbling upon unexpected beauty and inspiration. It can happen when I'm in a boutique, when I'm browsing etsy, when I'm reading a blog or book, when I'm meeting a new friend. This time it happened in a moment of what I like to call "Instagram Serendipity", when you find someone on IG with whom you were meant to cros[...]
Introducing my new, classic red Lily Jade bag. My kids are to the age that carrying a diaper bag around is no longer a "must-have". I've now entered that stage where I can toss a few diapers into a oversized purse and be on my way. However, even though I'm not carrying around a gaggle of baby items, I still have plenty to lug wi[...]
I always have ambitious plans for summer time. I'll go on a run with the boys every morning in the double stroller. I'll reorganize and decorate their rooms. I'll have a homeschool summer program set up. We'll visit a few museums and zoos and new parks every week. We'll barbecue and swim and go to the beach with our friends all t[...]
This wasn't an easy decision for us. We didn't need another toddler to chase around. Or incessant crying throughout the night. Or to worry about choking hazards again. Or have more poo to clean up. Most days, by 7:00 pm, we're hanging on by a thread. Happy and grateful, sure. But entirely exhausted and sometimes even defe[...]
