Nine months in. Nine months out. This milestone feels big — like something sacred and silly all at once. Cecilia has now been in our arms just as long as she was growing inside me. And while it feels like she’s always been part of our story, it also feels like we just blinked and … Continue reading Nine Months In, Nine Months Out: A Celebration at In-N-Out
🍩 We Donut Need a Reason to Party – Pt. 2
Because around here, we donut do things halfway. Because when the Donuts Don’t Rise… You Still Can. Let’s talk about the plan. The idea was homemade donuts. Sweet, fluffy, dye-free, Pinterest-worthy perfection. I had the batter ready, toppings planned, the oven preheated. And then… they overflowed. Like, cartoon-style oozing batter everywhere. The pans were too … Continue reading 🍩 We Donut Need a Reason to Party – Pt. 2
The Nest in the Playhouse
How a hummingbird helped me hold onto hope. Trigger Warning - grab a tissue. Mention of pregnancy, loss, infertility, miscarriage. We first saw her on Valentine’s Day, 2023. A tiny shimmer of movement near the jasmine. A tiny yet mighty hummingbird darting in and out of Henry’s playhouse, quick and purposeful. By the third day, … Continue reading The Nest in the Playhouse
Meet POPthistle: your party magic in a box
🎉 Something poppin’ is coming… 🎉 Say hello to POPthistle Parties—where celebrations bloom and memories pop! We’re bringing the party to your doorstep with thoughtfully curated boxes full of joy, color, crafts, and kid-friendly fun. No stress, no Pinterest guilt—just everything you need to make the magic happen. 💫 At POPthistle, we’re here for all … Continue reading Meet POPthistle: your party magic in a box
Potty Breaks, Pokémon, and the Return of Blursday
Winning summer one messy moment at a time School’s been out since May 23rd.Today - well it’s still May. And I already have no idea what day it is (to prove, when writing this blog, I totally thought today was June 1st. It wasn't until I did my last checks before publishing I realized today … Continue reading Potty Breaks, Pokémon, and the Return of Blursday