Shortly after we moved into our new home, I had a sign created for our entryway. It simply reads “grace upon grace upon grace”. This serves as a daily reminder for me—and for my family—that we need to be gracious with one another—and with ourselves. We will mess up. We will fall short. We will […]
I feel guilt about everything. I’ve done a lot of soul work these past several years, but this quarantine has definitely forced me to come to terms with some bad psychology that I, apparently, hadn’t dealt with. It’s Mom Guilt. In my early years as a mom, I obsessed over giving my children even more […]
Let’s be honest . . . I am an introvert. So being told to stay inside and clear my schedule didn’t sound terrible to me . . . until the dates kept being pushed further and further out, and it slowly seemed like more things were being taken away. But quite honestly, this entire thing […]
It’s day 206 of quarantine and you are probably looking for new ways to pass the time like the rest of us. Podcasts are a great way to learn something new, no homeschool training required. Below you will find a list of podcasts that we love! PLEASE NOTE: Not all of the adult podcasts are […]
Some of y’all love to be home. This is your time to shine. But for some of us? This is a time of severe spiraling. Personally, I like to keep busy. If I can get us out of the house six days a week, that’s just about perfect for me. I love my kids, but […]
I’m writing this from my bedroom floor, hidden behind a pile of laundry where my children won’t find me. This is social distancing at its finest, right? What a pickle, folks. Life has changed a lot in the last week, and as a friendly, extroverted type of city (Nashville would be an Enneagram 7. I’m […]
We in the United States have watched as the world has reacted as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has spread from country to country, causing unprecedented shutdowns and health crises. Admittedly, our geography has historically spared us from many diseases that significantly affect other countries until now, but thanks to an ever-increasing global society where travel […]
My my, how life has changed since the last guide we posted! This month, in lieu of an event guide, we have compiled a list of ways to keep kids entertained, both inside and outside! Don’t tell the kids, but we even snuck in some educational elements. If you have a favorite activity, please add […]
As we continue to learn about the devastation from last night’s deadly tornado, we know that people all across the state are looking for ways to help. Here are some local causes and organizations to help get you connected where the need is greatest. We’re proud to be #NashvilleStrong. Hands on Nashville HON is asking […]
Spring is coming! We promise! If you’re like us, you’re ready to get outside and feel the sun on your skin. Nashville comes to life when the weather turns warm, and we can’t wait! Here are some events to help fill your calendar this month, and remember to check out our Spring Break Camp Guide! (Always […]
