No apologies for being the mom who celebrates all the “firsts”. Little ones are a source of inexhaustible magic for the however long we allow them to be and in the midst of global sadness I’m here for the joy! After seeing the look of pure joy on Claire’s face on the swing I immediately started plotting how quickly I could get Chris to put a swing set in the back yard.
Continue reading “JUST A SWINGIN’”
Wow. It has been a minute since I’ve written a blog post but today feels like the perfect opportunity. I feel as though I may be stepping out of the new mom fog… just in time for the 4 month sleep regression. Ha! Jokes aside I haven’t felt particularly inspired since the pandemic started. Compound that with being pregnant, starting a new job, trying to stay healthy (physically and emotionally) and taking care of newborn- there was little time for blogging. I’m so glad to be getting back to what I love and sharing our sweet life with all of you. So here goes… first post of 2021. Our first of many adventures with Claire.
Continue reading “CLAIRE’S FIRST HIKE”
In honor of our little love being one month old yesterday, I wanted to share our new favorite photos taken in her nursery by our friend Tara Hodges. I still spend most of my day staring at her and soaking her all in every chance I get. Please pray for her health and our wisdom as parents.
Continue reading “MEET CLAIRE”
It’s been a while since I’ve written a post thanks to quarantine and getting ready for our sweet girl to arrive! I couldn’t miss the opportunity to share our amazing maternity photos shot by Tara Hodges in Roan Mountain State Park. I was nervous about it looking a little dreary outside but I’m slightly obsessed with the end result. After all the waiting it’s hard to believe Claire will be here in 2 weeks or less!
Continue reading “MATERNITY PHOTOS”
I’m well out of my first trimester and I’ve been debating whether or not to post about my experience. In some cases, I’m the last of a group to get pregnant and in others I’m the first. I’m blessed to have friends who have already been through all the beauty and chaos but I wanted to have a record of my own to look back on when I’m feeling nostalgic. So here goes! You asked and I’m telling. Continue reading “FIRST TRIMESTER Q+A”
Surprise! We are celebrating not only my 29th birthday today but also that I am 15 weeks pregnant with our first sweet baby due in September. Continue reading “YOU, ME, & BABY MAKES 3”
If you’re an avid reader, gamer, or fan of old records then you can appreciate this resale paradise located in Knoxville, Nashville, and Chattanooga, TN. You can buy gently used items or sell your own for a little extra cash. Take the time to wander through the stacks and find something in need of a new life. Continue reading “THIS MASSIVE WAREHOUSE IN TENNESSEE HAS THE BEST SELECTION OF USED BOOKS, DVD’S, & MORE”
We ushered in the roaring 20’s this week with friends in Asheville, North Carolina. It’s a short hour and a half drive from Bristol and offers some of the best food and drinks around. Continue reading “ASHEVILLE NYE GUIDE”
Over the years I’ve compiled a list of choice bars and restaurants in cities around Tennessee. I have favorites for appetizers, meals, dessert, and drinks. Given the time I could organize a Knoxville progressive dinner of sorts. While other elements of the meal would be hard to narrow down, I’ve had cocktails covered since 2012. Continue reading “MIRACLE ON GAY STREET”
We finally tried King’s Sport Axe House in Kingsport (get it?) and had such an incredible time I wanted to tell you all about it. Continue reading “MERRY AXE-MAS”
