Over the last few years, I’ve slowly come to the realization that fall is a lie. Instead of holing up inside, covered in cozy blankets with cups of cider, I am, instead, flinging myself across Kansas City at a break neck pace. Sure, the activities are fun, but it’s never what I imagine or expect…

It’s hard to believe this photo was taken 4 years ago, because when I look at it, it feels like a lifetime or two has passed. In the last four years, we have learned a lot together. But, a few things remain the same. She is still the sun in my sky and my love forever.…

We were given a fancy swing set by some very sweet people. When we surprised Ellie with it, she said “Oh my gosh,” which is something she’s never said before. She then asked if we could keep it. The home I grew up in had lilacs at the edge of the yard. It’s such a…

This tree is in our backyard, and it is spectacular. I mean, come on. This was the first year we dyed eggs with Ellie. We went old school, and the results were still really pretty. These two are like two peas in a pod. It snowed on Easter in KC this year, so we hunted…

This has been the first year I wasn’t worried about Ellie purposely breaking ornaments. So naturally, I breathed many sighs of relief. What I did not anticipate was that she would begin decorating our tree. In the days approaching Christmas, she added coasters, a wash cloth, wet wipes, jewelry, a headband, personal artwork and all…

I know that for many the idea of New Year’s resolutions is defeating. And trust me, I get it. I have reached for a doughnut just days after resolving to eat healthy too. That being said, I love this time of year. It is so hopeful. Last week, I took some much needed time off and…

Ellie’s daycare had a Thanksgiving program complete with performances. Here is Miss E. singing her heart out. Wherever we go, Ellie insists on bringing seven items at a minimum. In this picture, she is only holding one, Bunny, but rest assured, the others were waiting for her on our patio. Have you seen Emily Henderson’s…