I do crafts with the kids, but I’ve never considered myself to be an intricately “crafty” person. We have a fixer-upper farmhouse that I tinker on a bunch. I customize costumes for the boys to wear. And I spruce up the occasional gift wrapping or fix up a sign to mark areas on our property. Functionality is key for me.
Nate and I are planning a 2018 trip to Africa, which I believe is how I first got sucked into the story of an orphaned baby elephant in Botswana. “Research!” I explained as I pulled up the Naledi documentary on Netflix. “We should know about the wildlife where we’re going.”
It would seem that we are embracing this whole kindergarten thing head-on. Because I have SO much time on my hands what with being almost 8 … Read more
Have you ever made mandarin peel roses? It is so easy and makes for a beautiful display that lasts for quite awhile as a centerpiece … Read more
Need a cute way to gift some homemade truffles or jewelry? This DIY mini gift box takes about five minutes to make. Best of all, it’s … Read more
The boys have something they’d like to say. We’re calling it a big brother announcement. I’ll give you a minute to lean in and squint … Read more
I know a lot of people are making resolutions right now, and college savings are top-of-mind when we’re thinking about responsible financial planning. This cute … Read more
It’s no secret that the shower is my sanctuary. It’s the one place in my home where I can go and usually be left alone. … Read more
How dang cute is this palm frond reindeer? Nana brought it over a couple weeks ago when we were decorating for the holidays. It has a … Read more
How freaking adorable are these little family magnet heads? I started calling them “bobblehead magnets” because they remind me of those things that sit on … Read more