August 18th Intro to Chalk Paint Workshop

Happy Friday, friends! Don’t forget to enter this week’s giveaway from The House of Belonging! In other news, you sweet folks have asked us when our next workshop will be. We’re going to host one next weekend, Saturday, August 18th at 10:00 a.m.!...

House of Belonging Giveaway!

Good evening, folks! I know, I’ve been posting at night these days–it’s kind of fun to end my day popping in to talk with y’all. It’s giveaway day around here, and I’m thrilled to share this mother/daughter team with you. Meet the...

25 Things–it’s been a while

1.  We Bought A Zoo is a magical movie experience. 2.  I learned something important from watching it.  “Why not?” 3.  I’m convinced my daughter gets her swimmer’s lungs from her ability to chug 20 ounces of milk without a breath. 4....

writing room redo reveal!

Two years ago, I began this blog amidst an attic renovation.  Our once forgotten dumping ground (through sweat, money, and more sweat), became a beloved retreat for me, the writing room. It looked a little different on the first reveal, but I showed you how it looked...

lighting for the writing room

So, it went something like this. Matt:  The room looks AWESOME, honey. Me:  Thank you, I love it!  Are you glad we did it?? Matt:  Totally–you’ll really be able to work in here now.  I love the _______, and the ________! Me:  Aw, thanks, sweetie. Matt:...