Ribbons and Bows, Tutus and Pearls: Baby Shower

Ribbons and Bows, Tutus and Pearls: Baby Shower

Jake told me today, "I'm glad that party is over". I said, "why" and he said, "because that was way too much work". I laughed because of course he didn't even do any of the work (except maybe watch K part of the day OF the shower). But for me, it's work that I love....

Welcome to Toddlerhood

Welcome to Toddlerhood

Apparently my boy, suddenly has some strong opinions. (This was us trying to take his 10 month pics).Keaton: I will NOT take pictures mother....Instead I will knock all these books off the shelf.Then I will cry about.I will take this sticker off my shirt.I will bite...

At 10 months

At 10 months

You are becoming quite the firecracker. You are simultaneously stinker and stud. One moment driving me near mad and the next stealing my heart. Where to begin- You have now made it up the stairs, and I just want to know WHY? Oh Why?- You have thrown several bonafide...

Feature Friday: Backsplash Review

Feature Friday: Backsplash Review

After we got our modular granite put in in February, we knew we would install our own backsplash, but we wanted to wait for J's dad to join. He is the DIY guru and also a perfectionist, so we wait for him if we want an unknown job done right the first time.However,...

At 9 months

At 9 months

-You have a lot of personality, I feel like everywhere we go people are always saying how funny you are. -You are very verbal, your gibberish actually sounds like talking and you have alot of funny noises. -One particular noise is a growling noise, while at kids camp...

DIY White Tile Subway Backsplash

DIY White Tile Subway Backsplash

So, as you all know Jake and I bought this house knowing we’d one day have to sell it (Coast Guard life). When we moved in, the house was move in ready, but also builder basic. So, we’ve been upgrading it along the way. We’ve been upgrading it first for ourselves,...

Peas of Mind

Peas of Mind

There are occasional days when you feel like a genius. This was one of those days for me. In our local town we don’t have any of the “cool” grocery stores, Whole Foods, Central Market, Trader Joes. We have Shoprite and I will say how thankful I am for Shoprite and...

At 8 months

At 8 months

This little face, I'm just so in love with it. With it's little teeth, and wide eyes. I know Keaton will be many things as he grows up, but I hope I can remember him like this forever. Especially when he's throwing a "terrible two" tantrum. 🙂 One of our good friends...

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My Modern Preppy Bohemian Primary Bedroom
My Modern Preppy Bohemian Primary Bedroom

I've never been one of those people that was single minded in what they loved. That probably leads to a rich, but unfocused life. #sorrynotsorry But I've ALWAYS been one of those people, that when I love something, I don't care if it fits into a box. When it speaks to...

Bright, Fun, and Affordable Boys Bedroom
Bright, Fun, and Affordable Boys Bedroom

Why I love Kids' Spaces Affordable, inviting, bright and colorful kids' spaces are my absolute favorite. I love the whimsy of kids' decor. I feel like it so often captures the best things about being alive. The playfulness that we can so easily lose as we grow older,...

A Home Tour of the House I Just Bought On My Own
A Home Tour of the House I Just Bought On My Own

I bought a house. If you don't follow me on Instagram, or social, you may not know but there's been a lot of changes that occurred behind the scenes in 2020. I have been crazily looking for a house for all of 2020, and a little miracle fell into my hands. I am in the...