Hello There! Summer has arrived… it’s HOT and going to get HOTTER! If you’ve never experienced West Tennessee humidity, you don’t know what you’re missing.😊 Of course, I’ll never forget stepping off that C-141 in Panama, Central America. The heat hits you in the face like a ton of bricks there, so I am thankful Read more

Hello There! Mother’s Day carries a unique weight for every woman. For some, it is a day filled with joy, laughter, and breakfast in bed. For others, it stirs a quiet ache—a longing for children yet to come, a child who is no longer here, or a mother whose absence leaves a tender void. This Read more

Hello There! When you picture a homestead garden, you probably imagine rows of lush veggies, a little white fence, maybe even a scarecrow in overalls. I imagined that too. But sometimes, life says, “Not yet.” Our house isn’t finished, and with construction timelines still shifting, a traditional garden just isn’t in the cards this season. Read more

Do you ever struggle with what to fix for breakfast?? Please tell me I am not alone! Breakfast has always been a bit of a challenge in our home. Kyle has to leave early many mornings, and I want to make sure he has something filling, healthy, and—most importantly—portable. On most of the early mornings, Read more

Thinking about and planning a homestead is a rewarding experience, but let’s be real—I imagine the reality of it will be more like a never-ending obstacle course than a leisurely stroll through the countryside. We’ll be knee-deep in dirt, covered in sweat, and wondering why the chickens are plotting against us. Missy and I have Read more