Minimalist Packing with a Toddler

 It's hard to imagine EVER packing all you could need for an entire trip with a kiddo in one or two bags, but I'm here to testify... you can! READ MORE

Redhead's DIY Dry Shampoo

One day I was in Sephora desperately trying to find a dry shampoo for my "reddish" hair.  I couldn't find a product I had once used... READ MORE

Family Adventure: Oxford to Skye

We officially survived our first family-style international traveling experience with an almost 2 year old. READ MORE

A Baby Girl Gender Reveal

We are finally about to start our home addition (after months and months), and it will literally come *just* in time for our other addition that's on the way -- due July 1, 2017. READ MORE

A Natural Birth Story

 I've been asked about my natural birth story and have recalled some details to friends, but posting a public account of all the gory details is not what I'm dying to do... READ MORE

Riding the Hogwarts Express

In honor of a fun weekend enjoying the  Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them premiere, I've shared more about our little experience in the wizarding world in Scotland. READ MORE

This blog is dedicated to all of the parents who came before us, 
to those walking this path with us in the present, 
and to our children in the future.