~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life, as inspired by the women at Like Mother, Like Daughter~ September. For me, it’s always signified a fresh start, a new beginning. I’m trying to lean into that feeling this year, in these first few days after Labor Day. I want to renew some of the habits that … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
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~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life, as inspired by the women at Like Mother, Like Daughter~ After our crazy start to August, we’re settling in, taking some deep breaths, and looking forward to the cooler temperatures and (slightly) more structured days of fall. Here’s what we’ve been up to this week. {Pretty} On Sunday, … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
Read More{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real} – Whirlwind August Edition (or, Where I’ve Been the Last Month)
This year, we meandered through June and July, savoring a slow and relaxing pace, enjoying the good things that summer has to offer: fresh produce, dips in the pool, friends and family and sunshine. And then, August hit. And August has been a whirlwind of a month. On August 4th, we hopped on a plane … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real} – Whirlwind August Edition (or, Where I’ve Been the Last Month)"
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~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life, as inspired by the women at Like Mother, Like Daughter~ {Pretty} More food, Jenn? Really? Yes, really. I mean, c’mon. How could I not include food? All of that beautiful bounty came from my garden (which happened through no doing of my own). And then there are … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
Read MoreKatie-Speak, Vol 1
I’ve been neck-deep in motherhood of late, feeling at times as though it simply isn’t possible to do more than keep us all alive until the end of the day (with bonus points thrown in for clean dishes and washed – though not folded or put away – laundry). As such, I haven’t written much … Continue reading "Katie-Speak, Vol 1"
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~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life, as inspired by the women at Like Mother, Like Daughter~ {Pretty} I know, I know. This time of year, it seems all my {pretty} moments are centered around food. But I just can’t help myself. I love summer produce. I love the fresh tomatoes, broccoli, chard, spring … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
Read MoreTen Years: A Photo Essay
Ten years ago today, these two kids vowed to forsake all others, to love each other without reservation, to honor and respect each other, to comfort each other in times of distress, and to encourage each other to further develop God’s gifts, for better for worse, for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, … Continue reading "Ten Years: A Photo Essay"
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~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life, as inspired by the women at Like Mother, Like Daughter~ {Pretty} Another pretty find in the CSA box (who knew vegetables could be so attractive?): this striped squash. The blend of greens delighted me enough that I was hesitant to cut into it. (Jonathan felt no such … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
Read MoreThis Daily Life: Snapshots
A small voice, in the dead of night, from Jonathan’s side of the bed. “Mama, I go potty in my undies.” He’s gone, Jonathan is, a quick trip east for work, so I drag my eyes open and shuffle to her, gathering her in my arms. “It’s ok, sweetheart. Let’s get you cleaned up.” I … Continue reading "This Daily Life: Snapshots"
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~Capturing the context of contentment in everyday life, as inspired by the women at Like Mother, Like Daughter~ {Pretty} These two girls adore fruit of all kinds, and so they couldn’t be happier that summer is upon us. Cherries, apricots, pluots, peaches, nectarines, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries – you name it, they’ll eat it. Abby can … Continue reading "{Pretty, Happy, Funny, Real}"
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