Life is a funny thing. It is filled with many monumental moments that, at the time, we don’t even realize are monumental. Firsts and lasts lived in nonchalant, everyday monotony. The last hug we ever got from a loved one. The first kiss from what would become our spouse. The last conversation had before they were gone too soon. The first time we met that new friend. The last time our kids climbed up in our lap or held our…
This past weekend, sweet husband and I celebrated six years of marriage. We thought surely we would mark the occasion by delivering our third baby boy, but nope. That little turkey is not going anywhere it seems. When you feel 102 weeks pregnant, any anniversary celebration is likely to be a bit low key, but we did exchange cards, and sweet husband came home with flowers. We even got to go out on a date. Later, he told me that…
I remember several months ago, my mom said that she watched a home renovation show on HGTV that she loved. She suggested I watch it knowing I love all things HGTV, but I also love whatever sleep I manage to stumble upon these days, so finding time to watch the show was not a huge priority. One day, I happened to accidentally catch an episode of “Fixer Upper.” I was instantly addicted and am now moderately obsessed with all things…