Hello, October! Guess what's back? That's right, it's time for my second annual Blogtober challenge! Last year was an absolute whirlwind, and while it was tough, the feeling of hitting publish every single day gave me something to look forward to. And honestly, I'm so ready to get back into the habit o…

And just like that, the final day of Blogust is here! It’s hard to believe another 21 days of writing are in the books, and I’m officially saying hello to 37 tomorrow. This challenge has become such a great tradition, a moment each year to show up every day and just write. As August wraps up, so does my daily posting.…

It's a little wild to think that just eight months ago, I was completely lost. But now, seeing so many pieces of my life fall into place, I can't help but feel a profound sense of gratitude. My heart can't help but say "Thank You, Lord!" Today, I'm doing something a little different. In fact,…

As I'm about to turn 37, I've been thinking a lot about the years behind me and the one ahead. It's easy to let birthdays come and go, but this year, I decided to do something different. I'm challenging myself to make the next 365 days the most productive and meaningful year of my life. To do that, I c…

It's now less than a week away from my big day! However, a birthday isn't just one day—it's a whole vibe! It's about feeling special, celebrated, and completely in your element. Over the years, I've curated a few essentials that help me set the perfect mood, from the moment I wake up to the last sl…

One of my favorite things about blogging is connecting with You! As much as I enjoy writing and sharing my heart, this space is really about us. I want it to be a place where you feel encouraged, inspired, and seen. That's why today's post is a little different. Instead of me sharing with you, I'd love to …

The last few days have felt like a bit of a blur. I've been getting things ready for my new classroom and was able to meet all of my amazing coworkers this week. So, when the clock turned midnight, I knew I had 7 hours to get today's post ready! This one is going to be short and sweet since I'm in a time c…

Welcome back, Reader! Today, things are getting a little different and incredibly special. You know how much I love sharing bits of our family life, but for this post, I decided to turn the tables. I handed the mic (and a list of questions!) over to my trusty, brutally honest, and endlessly entertaining co-stars – my …