Living & Loving Together
Welcome to the heart of our home! Here you’ll find a mix of stories, routines, and ideas that keep our family moving and connected through the busy seasons of life. From simple ways to make back-to-school mornings smoother, to easy family dinners like pizza pockets, breakfast sandwiches, and beef & cheese burritos, this space is all about making everyday life a little easier and a lot more meaningful.
You’ll also find after-school treats (like banana bread and chocolate “milkshakes”), cozy evening routines, and the little traditions that help us slow down and enjoy time together. My hope is that as you read, you’ll leave encouraged, inspired, and maybe even with a new recipe or routine to try with your own family.
Kids Summer Morning Routine
The summer mom guilt has officially arrived over here, and we're only a few days into summer break. I love having my kids home. I love slower mornings, pool days, popsicles on the porch, and all the little moments that make summer feel special. But if I'm being...
Our Amelia Island Family Vacation Guide
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Looking for links? We just got back from our first family vacation to Amelia Island, and we absolutely loved it. We originally planned to stay for just a few days, but we ended up...
5 Foods I’ll Be Making on Repeat for the Kids This Summer
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here.Summer always sounds relaxing in theory… until the kids are hungry every 30 minutes. Between pool days, park trips, late bedtimes, and trying to soak in all the little moments,...
The Ultimate End-of-the-Year Teacher Gift
There’s just something emotional about the end of the school year. After months of early mornings, packed lunches, homework folders, field trips, forgotten water bottles, and all the little moments in between, teachers have truly carried our kids through an entire...
What I Eat in a Day
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Most mornings start the same way around here: a workout, a big glass of water, and a reminder that if I want to feel good all day, I have to fuel my body intentionally - not...
What I Eat in a Day
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Most mornings start the same way around here: a workout, a big glass of water, and a reminder that if I want to feel good all day, I have to fuel my body intentionally - not...
What I Eat in a Day
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Most mornings start the same way around here: a workout, a big glass of water, and a reminder that if I want to feel good all day, I have to fuel my body intentionally - not...
DIY Gallery Wall
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. I’ve always loved the look of Framebridge gallery walls. They feel collected, thoughtful, and timeless - the kind of art moments that make a home feel finished. But when I started...
Spreading Joy, One Wreath at a Time
Growing up, my parents always made sure community service wasn’t just something we talked about - it was something we lived. Those moments shaped me, and now Cody and I are doing our best to pass the same values on to our kids. This weekend, our church hosted a...
Christmas Traditions I Can’t Wait For
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. There’s something about Christmas that brings you right back to childhood - the soft glow of the tree, the smell of something sweet in the oven, the matching pajamas you’ll probably...
What I Eat in a Day
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. One of the best things about this time of year is how cozy and grounding meals start to feel. The cooler mornings, the golden light, and the little shift in pace all remind me to...
Mini Spooky Charcuterie Boards
Needed: Small Spooky Containers Suggested Adult Charcuterie: Black Olives Pepperocinis Variety pack of charcuterie meats* Cheese cubes* Sliced cheese* Red grapes Macaroons Peppermint Bark Honey roasted nuts Pickles*your choice Suggested Kids Charcuterie: Goldfish...