When it comes to buying gifts, there will always be those people that are impossible to shop for. They seem to already have everything or say they don’t need anything.  Well, if you’ve found yourself in this position with a certain someone — here’s your solution: get them a good book! Everybody reads. All you […]

Here we are mid-December, and the countdown to Christmas is on. (My 5 year old has been counting down since about September!) Whether you’re looking to buy gifts for your own kids or composing wish lists for generous grandparents, sometimes the sheer amount of options is overwhelming. But we’re here to help. Books make great […]

This interview is part of a mini-series we’re doing on adoption. The decision to parent a child through adoption is a beautiful and loving way of building a family, but for many couples, the process can seem overwhelming and maybe even a little intimidating. How do I know if adoption is right for our family? […]

There’s something about decorating with vintage pieces in a home. Part of what makes them so intriguing is that they’re not things you can find just anywhere. They have a story to tell. They often speak to your personality. And adding them into your decor is a great way to add character and charm. It’s […]

Where to buy: You can purchase the Graco Snugride Snuglock 35 DLX on Amazon for about $160. What I love:  01. Lightweight. This car seat weighs about 8lbs, a little less than other car seats, (many of which ran about 10 lbs). These things get heavy with a baby in them, so I really wanted […]

Growing up, holiday parties were always big family affairs. I have a large extended family, with a dozen aunts & uncles (and even more cousins). Think standing room only in the kitchen, kids weaving through the maze of adults, laughter rising above the buzz of conversation & more Italian food than you could stomach.  As […]

I’m willing to bet all the unmatched socks in my laundry room that you, mama, have lived some variation of this scenario common to my household.  Here’s the scene: I’m at home with my kids, feeling bothered and slightly overwhelmed that the kids are “in the way” of the next checked box on my to-do […]

I just want to start by saying: our family has never done a service project together. If you’re thinking, “me either,” that’s consoling, because maybe I’m not the only one. I’ll admit it has not been high on my priority list.  Sure, we’ve brought the occasional meal to a family friend welcoming a new baby, […]

Have you heard of the “four gifts” rule? Some families are finding it helpful, for budget reasons or just for simplicity, to give each of their children 4 total gifts on Christmas: Whether or not you adhere to this 4 gifts rule, we thought it was a helpful way to break down this year’s Christmas […]

Parenting is hard. I get it. It can sometimes drain all our physical, mental, and emotional resources. I have six kids and I homeschool, so our house isn’t exactly full of peace and quiet most of the time, which is especially hard for me as an introvert.  Yes, I have intentionally surrounded myself with noise […]