We had the most incredible and fun Labor Day weekend. Our no plans long weekend turned into a weekend filled with sunshine, perfect weather and lots of time on the lake. Friday evening, we went to our neighborhood pool for cocktails with a couple of our neighbors and swimming with the boys. It is getting … Continue reading Labor Day Weekend Stay-Cation at Lake Lanier and Lake Allatoona
Reid has been out of school for almost 6 months. In that time, we have navigated, learned and grown so much as parents and a family. It has been a taxing, fun, stressful, different, playful time that brought our little family closer together. The boys have become best friends and their little friendship has blossomed … Continue reading Going to Pre-K during Coronavirus: Thoughts on Letting Go
We just got back from a very relaxing and peaceful trip visiting Drew's aunt and uncle in the southern Outer Banks. I don't know how I can describe it as relaxing when we have two little boys--but some how it really restored us and brought us back feeling refreshed (rather than feeling like we needed … Continue reading Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina: Trip to the Southern Outer Banks
We just got back from our family beach vacation to Edisto Beach, South Carolina. We had a fun filled trip to our happy place and given the pandemic, I am super happy we were able to make our annual trip happen! And please let it be known that I am totally procrastinating unpacking and starting … Continue reading Edisto Island, South Carolina Family Vacation 2020
Does it feel like Groundhog Day every day?! My little boys are growing up so fast and I know in a few years I will look back on the year 2020 and think wow I am glad I had so much extra time with them (gratitude is getting me through this week friends!). Every Friday … Continue reading Shrimp Pesto Pizza Recipe and Weekend Recap: Pool, Lake and Family Time
We had such a fun long Fourth of July weekend. It was the first time in months that we had visitors--and I have to say, I miss having guests! Drew's best friend, Jake and his wife and kids came to visit. Reid and their oldest son are quickly becoming best buds, just like their daddys … Continue reading Fourth of July Weekend Recap: Family Fun with Friends and Fireworks
Let me start this by saying this comes from the heart. As I write this I in no way want to offend anyone or seem to be ungrateful. I just feel the need to speak from my heart and the place that I am currently at. My purpose behind this post is that maybe people … Continue reading Navigating Motherhood and Burn Out During Covid-19
Parenting is a challenging season, and parenting during a pandemic is even more challenging. I have learned more about myself and how I parent in the past 4 months than ever before. I have learned to give myself grace when things don't go exactly as planned. I have embraced the occasional TV time when I … Continue reading Whether or Not to Send Kids to Preschool During Covid-19
We have gone on our fair share of car rides this year and I thought I would share a couple of the things we do to make the car rides less chaotic! Having two energetic toddlers confined to a car for 5+ hours can be daunting, but we have a few tricks that allow us … Continue reading Road Trips with Toddlers (without screen time): Tips and Tricks for an Enjoyable Car Ride
Seeing family is so good for the soul! It has been since February since we have seen Drew's family and since December since we have seen mine. While we FaceTime often with family, nothing replaces visiting in person. This past weekend, we had our first trip to see my in-laws for Father's Day weekend. Both … Continue reading Father’s Day Weekend Recap: First Visit to See Family in Waynesville, North Carolina
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