Monthly Archives: July 2014

It’s so secret I love Rachel Held Evans. If I could sit down and have coffee with one contemporary author, it’d be her. She posted this thought today and I just had to share. The alternative to patriarchy is not matriarchy. It’s … Continue reading →

It’s no secret that motherhood is full of lessons. It is wonderful for bringing to light a kind of love that you never knew existed in your heart. It allows you to live gleefully through your kiddo’s imagination as you dress … Continue reading →

For the second year in a row, we had a 4th of July party with our friends. These two families are so important to us. We love each other’s kids like they are our own and it’s so special to … Continue reading →

“We never ever ever say shut up.” “That’s right baby, never.” “Except trees. Trees can say it.”  

Oh man, my Bud is 3.  Three. Three. I still can’t believe it. We had a pirate themed party this year and it was so much fun. Our little dude was celebrated so well by his friends. His check up … Continue reading →

Bennett Rippy, You are growing so fast and I’m moving so slowly that I’m having to combine your 8 and 9 month updates! And don’t worry, in case you need something to talk to your therapist about, you’ve already turned … Continue reading →

Summer, you are a wild beast that brings me popsicle drips down my sons’ chins, late nights, early mornings, squeals through the sprinkler, and margaritas on the porch. Your smell floods my senses with your fresh hydrangeas, sunscreen, and burgers on the … Continue reading →