joy in motherhood, homemaking, faith & simple living
Yay, it’s Wednesday! Just like when I was in middle school, Wednesdays signify the middle of the week, which is basically code for “just a couple more days until the weekend” ;D I love the work week, but the weekends are just more appealing, right?! It’s been soooooo hot here in Minneapolis, but earlier this… [Read More]
I had read recently that Ann Voskamp reads three or four books at a time, and if the words still aren’t coming to her it’s a sign she’s not reading enough. Finally, an answer to why I liked to read so many books at once ;) I’ll have to share that with my dad… Growing… [Read More]
I had an exciting opportunity to be a guest on Simple Mom’s podcast channel the other morning. It was amazing + fun, and I’ll be sure to share the link once it’s live. But in the meantime, the podcast reminded me of a few things I’ve had on my mind. To backtrack a bit, one… [Read More]
* * * HOORAY + YEOW! Birthdays are so fun! Today I turn 27, so let’s celebrate with a flash Gussy shop sale :) Save 20% on your entire order with code HAPPYBIRTHDAY20 Hurry though, the codes expires Friday, July 6th at 11:59pm CST. Go on now, treat yourself to a Gussy! {shown wearing one… [Read More]
A few weeks ago we launched a new collection to the shop, ruffled wallets! I was so excited to see how much you all loved them — seriously, things that like makes me super happy, so this week we have even more wallet prints available. Our wallets are about 8″ x 4.25″ + include an… [Read More]
GRAB A CUP OF MORNING COFFEE, LET’S CHAT! What a busy week we had over here in Gussy land. The #SheReadsTruth team + I had a super exciting video call with YouVersion. We can’t express how amazing this community is :) A few months ago, I’d even go back to earlier this year, I felt… [Read More]
I HAVE A SECRET LOVE FOR HOUSEPLANTS. Their textured leaves, the way they grow when you aren’t watching, the dash of color they add to room. A few times now Bauer has uninvitedly decorated our hardwood floors with shredded plant pieces. And once that happened for the third time I held off on replacing them…. [Read More]
If you’ve been reading these last few weeks you’ll understand why I’m proud of this outfit post. Remember how my goal for the year is to incorporate more color into my outfits? I found sassy red wedges from Target and I *knew* they’d be perfect for Sunday’s Baptism. My friend Mary asked me to be… [Read More]
HAPPINESS IS // – enjoying a cup of morning coffee… – siting outside with my pup – having friends over for dinner on a whim {hooray for cookouts!} – giving myself permission to sit back + breathe – wearing glossy red wedges on Sunday – feeling thankful I don’t have to mow the lawn –… [Read More]
