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 the world and began our new journey as mom and dad! The emotions and experiences of that day are hard to put into words and why it has taken me nearly six months to share our story! There is truly nothing that parallels to giving birth and bringing another life into this world; an indescribable moment that I had to go through...
All-Time Favorite Nail Polish Colors
Maintaining well-manicured nails is part of my self-care routine. It's a simple way to look put together with little to no effort at all. Usually you'll find me wearing the same tried and true, classic hues that I rotate depending on the season and occasion. In fact, 90% of the time I am wearing one of the following colors in the gel formula. So, read on for my must-have nail colors and nail brands. Bubble Bath by OPI SHOP NOW ➔ Bubble Bath was the brands number one best selling nail color in 2018. This is OPI's answer to Essie's, Ballet Slippers. It's a pale, sweet pink that masters the...
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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 of year sparks serious nostalgia! Growing up my mom would pull out all the stops when it came to decorating our front porch for the holidays! Come fall, our doorsteps would resemble something of a small pumpkin patch! Continuing that tradition, decorating for the holidays is one the things I love most about homeownership!...
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 through to conceive this bundle of joy. It's a long and very personal post, but one I knew I had to write! For me personally, yesterday's post wasn't complete without sharing the other side of the story. So here goes... The road to this pregnancy has not been easy. In fact, the very root of our circumstance began many years ago. You see, at age 17, I...
A Very Special Announcement
If you are landing here from Instagram, it's likely because you saw our announcement-- we're having a baby! Coming this March, we are welcoming a new addition to our family... a baby GIRL! It still feels so surreal to speak these words and we are over the moon excited to finally share the news! Yes, I’m hoarding all of the cute baby things. Yes, I’m currently diving deep into the mysterious and foreign-to-me baby underworld of things like “pack n’ plays,” “travel systems,” and “sleep training.” There’s a lot to learn. Perhaps you noticed that things were a little quieter than normal...
How to Lay a Stepping-Stone Path
One of my favorites things about our home is the outdoor spaces that Justin and I have created! Luckily, gardening, landscaping and spending as much time outdoors as possible is something we both really enjoy. We recently installed a stepping stone path, as it lends charm and practicality to our outdoor space. This particular style is one I've long admired and is also fairly easy to install. Here's how: Here's What You'll Need: Gloves Wooden Steaks Masonry Line Leveler Edger Sand Wheelbarrow Flagstone (or concrete paver) Shovel Hammer Directions: Step 1: Consider Your Path Examine your...
