Grit, Gratitude, Growth, Grace, Gretchen
While Northern Virginia is ramping up for our first snow of the year and most are dreaming of a white Christmas, I'm over here changing all the Christmas lyrics to match my shopping list: a white sectional. I want a white sectional for Christmas, only a white sectional will do. Although, perhaps you prefer: I'm dreaming of a white sectional, Just like the one on Pinterest too. Where the arms are sloped and cushions covered To keep ... Read the Post...
In a world full of Karens, be a Barb. This is my Grandma Barb. A few weeks ago, my dad called. My grandmother was in the hospital, and her time seemed to be waning. If you've lost someone, you know the feeling of helplessness and emptiness before they are even gone. I hadn't realized the tremendous impact she had on my life, but my devastation illuminated just how much of a role she played in making me who I am today. My ... Read the Post...
Honestly, I started writing this post over a month ago. Several people have asked for more information on DIY: Peel and Stick Tile I used on my kitchen floor after seeing them on Instagram. I wanted to capture the DIY process in the easiest way for others to replicate, except.....I essentially took 0 pictures (rookie mistake). Nevertheless, I will do my best to tell you about my experience with DIY peel and stick floor tiles. Before we ... Read the Post...
"Mommy's sick baby. Sometimes her heart hurts and she doesn't know why." Tears roll down my face as I try to explain to my five-year-old why he found me crying in the closet. Without questioning, he crawls into my lap, wraps his arms around my neck, and lays his little head on my shoulder, gently rubbing my back as I do to his when I'm comforting him. My heart explodes as if it isn't already aching from an inexplicable pain. Mom guilt ... Read the Post...
