This past weekend, our pastor challenged us to BE real, not just “keep it real”.  Coincidentally, I’ve been thinking a lot about this same topic the past few weeks as I took a step back to observe my social media accounts and my blog, while wondering, “what’s the point?” Am I putting forth an…

…with your home.  Spring is in the air (Well, not in Minnesota. But I can pretend); what better time to refresh, brighten, and fall in love with your home again? Whether you have an apartment, condo, townhouse, or house; you likely chose it for a reason. It’s time to clear the cobwebs and clutter and…

There are exactly two things about my daughter’s room that make it extra special: items from OUR childhood, and items that we made specially, just for her.  My personal favorites are the canvas “prints” hanging above her crib. These were easy and cheap to make, and the creative possibilities are endless.    I got the…

Once upon a time I flew with my eight month old daughter and it was a wonderful experience. She slept a majority of all flights involved and was easily consoled with breastfeeding or a pacifier when she was awake. I call this phenomenon: The creation of unattainable long term travel expectations.  Thanks to several easy…

Ellavie has quickly made the transition from “baby” to “toddler”, and I am 100% certain that this transition was made overnight.  Life with a toddler is a messy life; but oh my word- it’s so much fun. More importantly (because, priorities), it’s comical. So obviously I had to write about it.        Five Signs…