Paul turned 40 last week! I've been thinking and planning about how to celebrate this special birthday since this time last year. Due to the Coronavirus, this was plan B or C, but we still had lots of fun and I think he really felt celebrated and loved. That's the most important part! I hosted… Continue reading Paul is 40!
Category: Enjoying The Journey
5 Pictures on Friday: Hendersonville Weekend {6.12.20}
This post contains affiliate links – I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links ❤ Paul and I spent more time at home together this spring than ever before. June is usually the month that we're able to reconnect after a very busy spring sports season (he's a college… Continue reading 5 Pictures on Friday: Hendersonville Weekend {6.12.20}
Lessons From The Coronavirus Pandemic and 6 Weeks of Self Quarantine
Like most of you, I've been "self-quaratining" at home since March 16. This is week six of only leaving the house for quick shopping trips, of working from home and having Paul home by 3 most days. Honestly, those things are basically my ideal life situation and I've enjoyed the chance to soak up extra… Continue reading Lessons From The Coronavirus Pandemic and 6 Weeks of Self Quarantine
Homemaking Extras To Make Quarantine More Enjoyable
Last week I encouraged you with a reminder to continue your housekeeping habits. I know that for many of us, keeping the house from looking like a war zone is a daily uphill battle. I also know that it is up to us as women to create that comfortable, cozy, peaceful feeling in our homes.… Continue reading Homemaking Extras To Make Quarantine More Enjoyable
A Local’s Guide To Greenville, South Carolina
I've been a resident of the Greenville, South Carolina area since 2006 (2002 if you count my four years of college). Greenville is a great place to live and to visit - we have hundreds of restaurants and basically every store except Ikea! Most posts and articles about Greenville are heavy with recommendations for the… Continue reading A Local’s Guide To Greenville, South Carolina
Listen and Learn: Top Three February 2020
I receive a commission if you make a purchase using links in this post ❤ In line with my word for 2020, I'm making a concerted effort to turn my volume down and turn wisdom’s volume up so that it’s the one I’m hearing each day. I'm not really adding anything to my day, but I… Continue reading Listen and Learn: Top Three February 2020
Why Phone Etiquette Matters
I believe that good manners start at home. When we treat our family members with respect, they learn how to treat others in the same way. When our family members see us exercising good manners, they learn and are encouraged to do the same. A great place to start with good manners is the way… Continue reading Why Phone Etiquette Matters
Confessions {2.7.20}
It's been a year since I did one of these, so let's have a round of confessions! ONE During my day job, I answer the phone a lot. If the person helps me out by saying "Hi, this is _____", I try to respond with something that communicates how much I appreciate that. So I'll… Continue reading Confessions {2.7.20}
How To Enjoy The Holidays – When There Are No Children In Your Home
The holidays are so kid-centric in our culture and there's nothing wrong with that! However, for those of us who do not have children in our homes, it can be easy to feel left out of the fun or like we're enjoying a less magical version of the day. Whether you are a young, single… Continue reading How To Enjoy The Holidays – When There Are No Children In Your Home
My Word For 2020
I choose my word for the year by looking back over the previous year and recalling the ways God was at work in my life. I think about the blessings and the trials of the year, and I review the passages of Scripture that were most precious to me during those times. As I mentioned… Continue reading My Word For 2020
