Friends, it's time to manage the baby clothing storage like a pro once and for all. This is one thing you don't make a plan for as a new parent. It can get overwhelming quick, so hopefully this post will keep you ahead of the game! It's that time of year when we're all getting antsy for flannel, fireside chats, and ... read more
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5 reasons Why You Should (Not) Go to the Iowa State Fair (Because Some People Lack Common Sense)
Another year is in the books for the Iowa State Fair (ISF). Records were broken, the weather was actually decent, and fun was had by (almost) all! There is always huge anticipation leading up to the Iowa State Fair each year, and then once fair-goers actually step foot on the Fairgrounds, the reality of the ... read more
DIY – Herringbone Accent Wall
When I was pregnant with Myles, I was using Pinterest for all sorts of inspiration for our nursery. It was so fun to get things put together for that special time in our lives. The biggest change we made to the room was taking off the two sets of sliding closet doors. I can't stand those types of doors. They drive me ... read more
Pregnancy After Miscarriage
Pregnancy after miscarriage I hope you don't ever experience the agony of miscarriage. But, I'm guessing that if you are here, you've experienced miscarriage yourself or know someone in your circle who has. And for that, I just want to say that I am so, so sorry for your loss. The statistics show that about 1 out of ... read more
Hinterland 2019 – TOP 3 REVIEW
Where we live, the annual music festival, Hinterland, is basically in our back yard. Or, maybe we're in its backyard? Regardless, there are about three miles between us and the festival grounds. This is its fifth year running, but only its third year down at the Avenue of the Saints Amphitheater in our little Saint Charles, ... read more
100 Days of Darkness – The Reality of Postpartum Life
So you've given birth to your precious baby. Congratulations! Labor may or may not have been easy breezy, but you did it and now you get to share your child with the rest of the world for the first time. You're tired. No, you are exhausted. You're emotional. You are likely in physical pain from labor and delivery. You ... read more
