It’s such a blessing to live near family. How do I know? Well, sometimes the importance of something can be taught through scarcity. The life I married into: What I mean is this: I have an amazing immediate family. But I grew up with no extended family in the state – or even relatives in neighboring states, for that matter! It was just the 5 of us in my immediate family and it was what I was used to…until Bjorn came into my life. :) When I first learned that my husband had so many of his … [Read more...]
How to Set Up a Family Health Journal
Ahh, adulting. ;) Sometimes Bjorn and I just have to pause and laugh about the things we find ourselves talking about on a daily basis. Post-college, married life is full of "adulting" tasks! Discussing our investments is common. Or talking about laundry, or taking out the trash, or mail, or car maintenance... Handling doctor's appointments is another aspect of adult life that isn't particularly glamorous but sure is important! You may have seen the caption go by on my Instagram account last … [Read more...]
Keeping a One Thousand Gifts Journal (+ a peek at mine)
When Bjorn and I were newly married, we lived in Virginia for 3 months for his army training. And. We. LOVED. It. Living that "army wife life" at Fort Lee was a hugely welcome breath of fresh air - a needed time for me to decompress. (Our summer in Virginia came right after our crazy first year of teaching - during which we planned our wedding AND got married in late March! So stressful!) That summer in Virginia was also the perfect time for us to build that special first foundational layer of … [Read more...]
Spring Mug, Journal, & Cookbook Giveaway!
Happy Wednesday, friends! I've got a special treat for you on the blog today: I've gotten together with 7 other bloggers to give you the opportunity to win a lovely bundle of prizes! We're giving away a Caribou Coffee "Adventure" mug, a beautiful altered journal (of the winner's choosing) from the December Caravan Etsy shop, and a lovely English Teas & Cakes cookbook! These prizes are the perfect stepping stone from cozier winter months into the refreshing spring season! It's … [Read more...]