And then there were four.

The other day I was talking to a friend on the phone and she asked me how we’re adjusting to being a family of four.  It’s funny, I replied, it feels like Issa’s always been here, like I can’t imagine our family without her already.  I sort of...

5 things I never knew about breastfeeding until baby #2

My post from a few years ago on 5 rookie mistakes that could have ruined Cora and I’s breastfeeding relationship is by far my most popular post ever.  It’s repinned on a daily basis on Pinterest, and I receive a steady stream of comments from women who...

How my lack of a green thumb helped me grow as a woman.

When local interior design and gardening boutique Baker Tatum invited me to take a short workshop on arranging orchids and succulents, I initially balked at the idea.  As the title to this post may have tipped you off, I do not have a green thumb.  I have whatever the...

To my sister on the eve of her wedding.

Kelsey, Right now you’re still asleep, but when you wake up the next 48 hours are going to be some of the craziest of your life.  It’s the day before your wedding, and you’re probably already having trouble sleeping out of pure excitement....