I have ridiculously talented friends. I really am shocked at how talented they are - photographers, coffee entrepreneurs, stationery designers, vintage show curators, jewelry designers - it's amazing. I'm so proud to cheer them on from the sidelines. I met Jenna a few...
Family
In the backyard with grandpa
I have very fond memories of my childhood backyard in Plano, Texas. My father worked so hard to make it beautiful for mom. When you walked out the sliding glass doors, you saw crepe myrtles directly in front of you - they alternated white, pink, red, white, pink, red...
Sebastian One Month Old {Just Pictures}
Mary Alice’s Birthday Celebration
Sebastian was one month old when Mary Alice turned two. I wanted to make her birthday special, but I wasn't sure how or what to do. Mom was staying with us to help and she made the most glorious 2nd birthday party you've ever seen. Mom noticed that Mary Alice is in...
Mary Alice’s 2nd Birthday
My dearest Mary Alice, you are sunshine. You are joy and excitement and feisty and fun! You are a climber. You are a tumbler. You've started talking and it is just precious. You love to put on a show and sing for everyone. You are such a perfect fit in the family. You...
Creating a place to Gather in your home
Disclosure: This conversation is sponsored by Adagio Tea. It is my honor to share news with you from a company that I enjoy and support! Brian is so gracious with me. A few years ago, we were moving furniture and changing around how our rooms were arranged. I told him...
The Importance of Date Night
Disclosure: This conversation is sponsored by Date Night In, a new subscription box service. It is my honor to share news with you from a company that I enjoy and support! #datenightinbox The past few years I've been a part of a mother's group called MOPS (Mothers of...
On having an older brother…
Disclosure: This conversation is sponsored by Hallmark. It is my honor to share news with you from a company that I enjoy and support! #LoveHallmark My best friend, Jen, has an older brother. He was so cool. He played soccer, had a cool car, and let us listen to his...
First time in an ambulance
On Saturday, we were celebrating Brian's birthday. Mom invited us to sneak out to get his birthday present (a new pair of boots!) and when we returned we had Brian's favorite homemade subs and Derby Pie. It was delicious! Mary Alice had been sick all week, but was...
The Oldest, Isn’t she lovely
People ask me all the time what she is like at home. Is she really as lovely as she seems? Yes, yes she is. When I gave birth to my sweet Julia Tirion, I remember them handing her to me. I always thought my babies would have blonde hair, light eyes, and fair skin,...