joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith & simple living
^ Having a galley kitchen is so fun, especially when you bump into your cute husband while cooking ;) ^ A very special cup + saucer ^ top + bottom photos: books and special treasures we’ve found/been gifted // Wooden arrow from The Red Dutch Door, learn how to make your own red yarn garland,… [Read More]
My dear friend Anna in Minneapolis sent me this link the other day. When Zack came home from work I still hadn’t played it; a part of me was wanting someone near by when I clicked that triangular button, I knew this video would be a beautiful prelude for what’s to come… To all the… [Read More]
Today my beautiful friend Lisa Leonard is sharing with us, “What it means to be a mom for the first time.” Lisa has such a kind, gentle, inspiring spirit — you’ll see that in her words below. Thank you Lisa for sharing your heart with us on this precious topic… + + + Everything I… [Read More]
outfit details: polka dot tank + striped skirt, Old Navy | headband, Shop Lady Like Barefoot and pregnant ♥ This past week, being on maternity leave, has been AMAZING! The first couple of days I really had to make sure I had fun things planned, like coffee dates with friends, but once I mastered the… [Read More]
some of my favorite new items: Pink Tulips headband // Trellis + Confetti wristlet // Ovals + Chevron square zip pouch + + + Can you believe it’s MARCH already? Oh my goodness, this year is flying by. In celebration of a new month, of new products in the shop, of tomorrow being our “due… [Read More]
Projects for the home are one of my most favorite to do. Don’t get me wrong, I love shopping for decor, but at the end of the day seeing something I made feels just a little more special. We are moving to a new city in just a few days and I’ve been so excited… [Read More]
My goodness, life really has changed for our family compared to one year ago. Last year at this time we were preparing to travel to Tanzania with Compassion International. Zack + I were researching the vaccinations we’d need, what to pack in our suitcase, trying to guess how our hearts would be changed. Also, what… [Read More]
This giveaway is closed. Congratulations to Aimy Michelle (be sure to check your email). Thank you to everyone who participated in this giveaway and a big THANK YOU to Red Letter Words for supplying it. Being the owner + designer of a handmade shop brings many fun tasks to my to-do lists, but probably my… [Read More]
outfit details: both tanks, sunglasses + leggings, Target | cardigan, Francescas | flip flops, Old Navy | vintage ring, LA flea market Week 38 of this pregnancy was probably my most “determined” productivity week. I had a goal of going on maternity leave starting on Wednesday, and while that didn’t actually happen until Friday, I… [Read More]
