Love + Relationships

“Should you start putting a towel or something underneath the sheets in case your water breaks while in bed?” my husband nervously asked. (Insert big eye role from an overly pregnant me.) “No,” I simply stated. “I’ve read that the chances...

My sweet, darling children, I remember it like it was yesterday... I was a mere 19 and in my college freshman prime.  It was a beautiful, sunny Friday in small town Arkansas.  I was vibrantly decked out in my social...

In November, we added a third arrow in our quiver in the form of an 8lb 7oz bundle of adorable baby boy. It has been a whirlwind to say the least. I would work tirelessly to get things done...

Everyone goes through seasons of their life when they need extra help. And, in an ideal world, when you are going through something difficult, your community and support system can surround you with love and support. I see this happen most...

In celebration of Father's Day this year we thought we'd bring you some very special guest contributors - our husbands!  We hope you enjoy this unique view into #dadlife from the men in our lives.  The history of humanity’s ability...

I've watched the movies. So, once I got engaged, I knew everything was supposed to be blissful and easy. But marriage is not like that. Especially for two people mostly raised as only children.  We both were, and still are,perfectionists to a...

Look, I have a big mouth and a quick wit, but I utilize those tools with the same gusto I employ when I buy orange Tic Tacs and pretend I'm not going to eat the whole box before we...

If you would have asked 17-year-old me what my life would be like at 30 years old, I would have most likely given you an answer that was nowhere near what my life is currently like. Primarily - I would...

I have a confession to make. I contemplated submitting this anonymously, but that would defeat the purpose of destigmatizing the topic. So, here it is... On most nights, my husband and I sleep in separate spaces in our home. Are...

After years of not making date night a priority, I have learned that making one-on-one time with my spouse a semi-regular thing, makes me a better parent. On top of finding the time to schedule it, narrowing down where...

My heart sinks every time someone tells me stories of how wonderful their relationship with their mother is. I would give anything to be able to say the same. I don’t have memories of closeness with my mother. I...

"Oh my gosh! You're out! Who is with the baby?" "That's so great that your husband will babysit!" "Oh goodness, what does he DO when he's home with her?" These are all phrases that I have heard countless times since becoming a...