New Year, Time to Clean!
It's the beginning of a new year, which often comes with the intentional clean-out of different spaces in our homes. Now that the holidays have come and gone and we have the most stressful time...
What the heck is a "family closet"?! Well, my friends, keep reading and let me explain to you the ins and outs of what a family closet is, and why you just might want one of your own!
The...
For many years, I felt as if my home controlled me versus me controlling my home. After becoming a mom, I felt completely overwhelmed by everything a baby added to the household chores. Laundry and dishes multiplied, toys were...
Saturdays on the hunt
You won't catch me decked out in camo any given Saturday, but it's likely I'm still on the hunt. The elusive treasures that await discovery in their cozy suburban habitats aren't safe when I'm tracking down...
Keep it Simple
As much as I would love to beautifully curate every meal from scratch, there just aren't enough hours in the day. My cooking criteria is that it has to be easy, tasty, semi healthy (and let's be...
Now that it's summer, I'm sure we've all realized just how much everyone in our families eat, especially the children. There's something about being home all day that seems to make kids want to eat ALL DAY.
As a stay-at-home-mom,...
Have you heard of Marie Kondo? Does the phrase “spark joy” mean anything to you?
Well, chances are, unless you’ve been hiding under a rock since the beginning of the year, you probably know what I’m talking about.
I was perusing...
Stressful Environments
Let’s be real. In their lifelong journey through parenthood, many caregivers feel touched out, cramped, and generally overstimulated every now and then in the presence of their (ever-so lovable) littles. When too much is too much, the physical...
It's one thing to stand on a septic tank and take a picture. It's another thing to post it in a public place, but here we are -- my husband and me, beaming with pride. This beautiful, sparkling white...
Fall is in the air and temperatures are cooling down. It's time to retire the shorts and tanks for the season. I don't know about you, but the first cool weather of the season always leads to the same...
In + Around Birmingham
The Ultimate Lake Martin Getaway
Something for everyone
If you are looking for a family getaway that includes great views, water, hiking, and fun activities for everyone, look no further...
