Collins’ Second Birthday Celebration

A little over five weeks ago, our daughter turned two years old, and I am still sitting here wondering how that is possible. This year was so much fun to celebrate her birthday because she seemed to understand the significance of the day. She woke up that morning...

Helpful Parenting Books and Resources

I shared our success with sleep on Instagram a couple of months ago and instantly received an influx of questions about what sleep specific books and online resources we are using. Personally, I’ve enjoyed soaking up others’ wisdom on parenting since this is all...

Collins Birth Story

On March 11, 2020, our lives were forever changed when Collins Elisabeth Drake came into the world. A day that for so long felt so far out of reach, yet one that will live in our memory as the most special day of our lives. It’s the day we welcomed our daughter into...

Cool Wave Pansies Season Flower Bed

I’m sure you’ve noticed that Justin and I have developed quite a passion for gardening over the past few years. For us, it all began the day we purchased our home. It’s something we have in common and both enjoy doing together. So much, that we...

Fall Porch Decorations 2019

Product Details: Doormat (similar, less expensive option here) | Pillows (on sale) | Wreath (similar option here) | Mums | Pumpkins | Planter (purchased at Blackhawk Hardware) | Cheesecloth (used to make the ghosts) | Gardening Broom | Pants | Top (on sale) This time...

Our Infertility Journey

Thank you so much for the love and support y’all showed Justin and me yesterday after we shared our happy news! I’ve been overcome with gratitude ever since! As I said I would yesterday, in today’s blog post, I’m sharing the heartache we went...