“Music is the art of thinking with sounds.” ― Jules Combarieu Books and music have always created a backdrop for our days at home together,...

Weekends are always the best time for personal reading. On Saturdays, I tend to stay in my PJs longer and often meander back into my bed with...

My mother has frequently told me, “We will often do for our children that which we won’t do for ourselves. Sometimes that’s how we learn.” I’ve...

For as long as I can remember, Mark and I have used the term simple in relation to some aspect of our life and personal aesthetic. For...

The world is dark, and light is precious. Kate DiCamillo, The Tale of Despereaux For all of us, there are life seasons that feel bright and...

My family and I are leaving today for an extended Thanksgiving holiday and 35 hours of driving. I know this thought stresses most parents out,...

It will be another month before the leaves begin to fall and the Autumn season remains–my favorite part of the year. Until then, we’re waiting,...

Sometimes perfectionist slips in here, only wanting to present that part of our life which is pretty and organized and complete (even in thought). I...

Have you read The Goldfinch yet? When Bri from Mamages asked me to share what I’ve been carrying around in my bag recently, I had...

We’ve been trying to regain some sort of routine this week, and of course, are still unpacking and shifting around spaces. Still, I’m grateful it’s...