One of my favorite ways to decorate for autumn is by searching for free fall prints online and printing. them out. It’s such a simple little hack—but it adds so much warmth. I keep several affordable frames throughout our home and in my office, and when a new season rolls in, I just pop in…
What Is a Beautiful Life on a Budget, Really? Is a beautiful life on a budget the luxury car, the all-inclusive vacations, the dreamy $15,000 oven? Or is it something simpler, quieter, and more rooted in joy and intention? If you’re here, chances are your answer leans more toward the latter. And mine does, too….
If you’re about to become a first-time mom—or you’re already in the tender, messy, and beautiful season of early motherhood—this post is for you. Becoming a mom is one of the most life-changing experiences a woman can have. It’s filled with moments that will challenge you, stretch you, and change you in ways you never…
Some days, being a modern mom with timeless values feels like living in two worlds. You love your family, crave a slower life—but reality is long commutes, constant text messages, and grocery pickups. Maybe you wish your nieces and nephews would stop scrolling their phones during Thanksgiving dinner. Maybe you’re dying to start a garden…
Golden, Crispy, and Better Than a Diner Golden, crispy, and generously seasoned, these diced hashbrowns are even better than you’ll find at your local diner. If there’s one thing my husband and I learned during the pandemic, it’s that some foods just aren’t as good when you order them for takeout. Hashbrowns fell into that…
Why Strata Should Be the Next Viral Breakfast Casserole If you’ve never heard of a strata, you’re not alone. This humble breakfast casserole hasn’t had its viral moment yet—but it deserves one. Why? Because it’s pure genius. A strata combines three of the coziest ingredients around: bread, cheese, and eggs. Chances are, you already have…
Why I Chose a Stabilized, No Added Sugar Smash Cake Planning your baby’s first birthday party is exciting—but if you’re like me, you probably found yourself overwhelmed by one question: What kind of ingredients and frosting can I actually use for a baby’s smash cake? There are tons of adorable cake ideas out there, but…
When the Perfect Decision Doesn’t Exist When life feels overwhelming, it’s tempting to chase the perfect decision—the one magical choice that will guarantee everything works out. Yet more often than not, real peace comes from taking one small, intentional step forward. Living in Decision Paralysis For years, I lived in decision paralysis, constantly second-guessing myself….
If you’re like me, you often don’t realize you need to prevent burnout until it’s too late. One moment, life feels busy but manageable, and the next you’re ready to cry, snap at everyone, or curl up in a ball and do nothing. And then the panic sets in—because you still have to keep going….
Saving money wasn’t a priority growing up. My sister and I were always well provided for, and we had family who could step in when needed. But it wasn’t unusual to overhear my mom on the phone with bill collectors or feel the stress radiating off her while paying the monthly bills. “Robbing Peter to…
