joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith & simple living
Over the weekend we drove north and walked around Franklin Canyon Park for about an hour, and it was amazing. Bauer loves going on adventures in the Jeep, and now that we live in California we are enjoying being outside all year round. It’s definitely a huge perk for us. The fall weather is appearing… [Read More]
You know that moment when you find someone that has such passion for what they do with their life that you can’t help but want to be near them, because you know passion is courageous and who doesn’t want passion? Yeah. That was how I feel about Amy of Little Hip Squeaks. That girl has… [Read More]
indigo skinnies, gray tee, gray tank, leather sandals — Target // pumpkin spice crocheted cowl — my shop I’m a laid back girl. My wardrobe is super simple, I thank the Lord every day (seriously) that my hair is wavy because me with a curling iron? We are awkward. And I’ve learned to be flexible (this… [Read More]
^ our sweet boy is going to be 7 months old on Saturday! …when you crash into bed after a crazy, busy, “my heart is full” day and your feet are able to rest for the first time since the morning. (but who’s keeping track?!) …when you refresh your toes with new polish, and a… [Read More]
Good tidings, friends! Sometimes Monday can sneak up on us, so I thought it would be fun to start the week off with an introduction to our Holiday Gift Guide sponsors. Nothing like a little eye candy ;) Have you met our sponsors yet? They are a wonderful bunch of artisans — mostly handmade, and… [Read More]
A little window into our new apartment. // We are totally unpacked, and the last of the decorating is happening right now. It feels so good to be in a larger space with gorgeous natural light. And an accent wall in the living room… chocolate brown… can I just say I wouldn’t have selected that… [Read More]
Happy October 1st! This is my favorite time of year, and there’s so much beauty to be seen as the trees are starting to change colors Speaking of color, let’s celebrate a fresh new month with a 15% off sale! Save on anything inside the Gussy shop with code OCTOBER15, now through Wednesday, October 2nd… [Read More]
I’ve adored Lindsay from Pen & Paint for years now. YEARS. Like, almost 5 years. We first connected through blogging/Etsy, but what really made me love her was her fun, southern personality. This girl knows how to not only write a funny email, but she really is funny! I don’t think I’ll ever forget the… [Read More]
The most wonderful thing happened last week when I was in the middle of finishing up my Gussy work and packing our home for our move across town — Maxwell fell asleep in my arms after I nursed him. So I did what I know best, I held him and whispered a long trail of… [Read More]
