Christmas is already quickly receding into the rearview mirror and I wanted to get this up so I could remember a few things. Several friends have asked about Mom and how she’s doing. I can honestly say this was one of the best Christmas seasons we’ve had in years – she’s been off pain medications […]

Popping in to say Merry Christmas from Simon, Jude, Archer and me. Christmas cards sooooo didn’t happen this year, but that’s ok. I’m giving myself permission to not even worry about it. 😉  I’m immensely grateful for this space and for everyone who’s commented, followed along, and been generally wonderful. I can’t wait to see […]

We’ve been studying advent in church for the past few weeks, which, frankly, was a new thing to this Southern Baptist-raised girl when we first started attending our nondenominational church. Growing up, advent was little more than the pop-open calendar of tiny pieces of chocolate. So I’m learning more and more about what it really means. […]

Part 2 of my holiday home tour is up (see part 1 here)! With our living room newly refreshed from the One Room Challenge, I wanted to keep our holiday decor simple and uncomplicated this year. I loved the idea of having a smaller tree potted in one of the baskets I typically use for […]